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Adel Iowa Map

Explore Adel, Iowa, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of Adel, Iowa

How to Use This Adel, Iowa Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Adel, Iowa. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of Iowa or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Adel.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

City	Adel
State	Iowa (IA)
County	Dallas County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Central Time (America/Chicago)

Latitude	41.614432
Longitude	-94.017453
Population	6,153
Density	444.9 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	50003
Area Code	515
County Seat	Adel
School District	Adel-De Soto-Minburn Community School District

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About Adel, Iowa

Adel is a locality in Dallas County, Iowa, United States. It has a population of approximately 6,153. The population density is 444.9 people per km². Adel is located at 41.6144°N, 94.0175°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Adel is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 50003.

Adel emerges from the expansive, fertile plains of Iowa as a quiet witness to the steady passage of the seasons across the Midwest. It lies 6.8 miles west of Waukee, IA (from Waukee, IA: bearing 272°T), and is situated 5.6 miles south-southwest of Dallas Center. The North Raccoon River carves a deliberate path directly past the landscape, its waters reflecting the pale, shifting light of an expansive prairie sky. Beyond the immediate banks, the land stretches out in a rhythmic pattern of tilled fields and woodland, offering a sense of grounded continuity that defines the horizon. Travelers might catch a glimpse of the distant Buffalo Ridge, a faint silhouette rising against the dusk to remind one of the vast scale of the continent. The air here carries the scent of turned earth and drying corn stalks, a sensory signature that lingers long after the sun dips below the western edge of the world.

Adel maintains a resilient economy rooted in the productivity of the surrounding soil, where the cultivation of grain remains a fundamental pillar of local life. Historically, the settlement grew as a vital point of commerce for those navigating the interior, drawing strength from the steady labor of generations who understood the demands of the weather and the crop cycle. Modern industry in Adel has evolved to support this agricultural foundation, balancing traditional methods with a pragmatic approach to regional commerce. Small-scale manufacturing and service sectors provide a steady pulse to the local economy, ensuring that the livelihood of the residents remains tied to the vitality of the land itself. This unshowy, literate civility reflects a society that values consistency and the quiet rewards of a well-tended harvest.

Cultural life in Adel finds its center in the Raccoon River Valley Trail, which offers residents a direct connection to the natural environment that surrounds their daily routines. The community gathers for local events that celebrate the shared identity of the region, fostering a sense of belonging that is both unassuming and profound. Architecture within the core of Adel speaks to a heritage of craftsmanship, with sturdy structures standing as evidence of the early settlers' commitment to permanence. While the pace of life remains measured, the town has seen notable figures like Nile Kinnick, the celebrated athlete whose legacy continues to resonate with those who value discipline and excellence. These threads of history and individual achievement weave into a character that is defined by a modest, enduring grace.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Raccoon River Valley Trail (Local Park) — 0.1 mi, 360° N
Island Park & Campground (Local Recreation) — 0.3 mi, 061° NE
Adel Historical Museum (Museum) — 0.3 mi, 304° NW
Kinnick-Feller Riverside Park (Local Park) — 0.5 mi, 359° N
Adel Family Aquatic Center & Dog Park (Local Recreation) — 0.9 mi, 208° SW
North Raccoon River Wildlife Area - Wagner Tract (Local Conservation Area) — 3.8 mi, 352° N
Highway 44 Access (State Recreation Area) — 5.1 mi, 350° N
Two Rivers Access (State Recreation Area) — 5.3 mi, 152° SE
Pleasant Valley Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 6.0 mi, 240° SW
Kuehn Conservation Area (Local Conservation Area) — 6.2 mi, 237° SW
Badger Creek Wildlife Area (State Conservation Area) — 9.7 mi, 154° SE
Jordan Creek Amphitheater (Theatre) — 11.5 mi, 106° E
Blue Zoo (Aquarium) — 11.6 mi, 107° E
Dexfield Park - Bonnie and Clyde Shootout (Monument) — 11.7 mi, 252° W
1700 Tanning Rack (Attraction) — 12.3 mi, 087° E
1700 Drying Rack (Attraction) — 12.3 mi, 087° E
Funny Bone Comedy Club (Theatre) — 12.6 mi, 107° E
Pole Position Raceway (Attraction) — 13.0 mi, 070° E
Heartbeat Of The heartland (Public Artwork) — 13.6 mi, 104° E
Character Counts Pillars (Monument) — 14.3 mi, 086° E
Walnut Woods State Park (State Park) — 14.3 mi, 112° E
Forest Park Museum (Museum) — 15.1 mi, 346° N
Municipal Band Shell (Monument) — 16.0 mi, 342° N
Olson-Larson Galleries (Gallery) — 16.2 mi, 101° E
Flix Brewhouse (Cinema) — 16.3 mi, 086° E
Des Moines Art Center (Museum) — 17.5 mi, 097° E
Big Creek State Park (State Park) — 18.4 mi, 050° NE
Big Creek Historical Museum (Museum) — 19.0 mi, 055° NE
Kids Create (Arts Centre) — 19.1 mi, 055° NE
Iowa Hall of Pride (Museum) — 20.5 mi, 094° E

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