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Algona Iowa Map

Explore Algona, 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 Algona, Iowa

How to Use This Algona, Iowa Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Algona, 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 Algona.

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	Algona
State	Iowa (IA)
County	Kossuth County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Central Time (America/Chicago)

Latitude	43.069966
Longitude	-94.233019
Population	5,487
Density	468.2 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	50511
Area Code	319
County Seat	Algona
School District	Algona Community School District

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About Algona, Iowa

Algona is a locality in Kossuth County, Iowa, United States. It has a population of approximately 5,487. The population density is 468.2 people per km². Algona is located at 43.0700°N, 94.2330°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Algona is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 50511.

Algona rises from the expansive, fertile plains of the American Midwest, where the horizon stretches wide and the sky claims a profound dominance over the earth. It lies 39.7 miles north of Fort Dodge, IA (from Fort Dodge, IA: bearing 355°T), and is situated 24.1 miles north of Humboldt. The landscape around Algona is characterized by vast, tilled fields that follow the slow, rhythmic swells of the prairie, creating a patchwork of deep green and gold. Just one mile away, the East Fork Des Moines River carves a quiet, meandering path through the soil, reflecting the changing colors of the seasons. To the east, the waters of Lake Smith lie four miles from the center, offering a still presence amidst the productive farmland. Call City Park serves as an immediate, verdant anchor for the residents, providing a space where the wind moves through the trees with a soft, steady persistence.

Algona traces its origins to the mid-nineteenth century, growing steadily as a hub for the industrious settlers who broke the prairie sod. The local economy remains deeply rooted in the productivity of the land, with agriculture and specialized manufacturing forming the primary pillars of regional industry. Rows of corn and soybeans define the seasonal cycle, dictating the tempo of life as grain elevators stand like sentinels against the clouds. Farmers and business owners in Algona maintain a rigorous work ethic, balancing the demands of global markets with the practical needs of their neighbors. The town functions as a steady engine of commerce, where the pride of craftsmanship remains visible in the well-kept storefronts and the efficient operation of local machinery firms.

Cultural life in Algona reflects an unshowy, literate civility that values community participation and the preservation of regional heritage. Notable landmarks, such as the historic Nativity Scene display, draw visitors who appreciate the meticulous detail and dedication required to maintain such an enduring tradition. The area is a place of quiet reflection, where the character of the people is shaped by the long, contemplative winters and the vibrant, labor-intensive summers. While many residents contribute to the local spirit, the town honors the legacy of individuals like the artist and educator Robert D. Ray, whose influence left a lasting mark on the broader state consciousness. Everyday existence in Algona moves with a purposeful grace, grounded in the belief that a life lived simply is a life lived well.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Kossuth County Historical Museum (Museum) — 0.2 mi, 236° SW
Camp Algona POW Museum (Museum) — 0.3 mi, 244° SW
Kossuth Lajos (Public Artwork) — 0.3 mi, 258° W
South Park (Local Park) — 0.5 mi, 205° SW
Veterans Park (Local Park) — 0.6 mi, 346° N
Ambrose A. Call State Park (State Park) — 1.0 mi, 206° SW
Hurlburt Wildlife Area (Local Conservation Area) — 1.8 mi, 021° N
Wildwood Recreation Area (Local Conservation Area) — 2.5 mi, 019° N
Stinson Prairie State Preserve (State Conservation Area) — 4.9 mi, 252° W
Kossuth County Waterfowl Production Area (Resource Management Area) — 5.9 mi, 003° N
East Fork DSM River Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 6.5 mi, 180° S
Northern Tallgrass Prairie National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 7.5 mi, 115° SE · 12k acres
Union Slough National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 9.8 mi, 020° N · 5,668 acres
Lone Rock Historical Depot & Museum (Museum) — 11.4 mi, 335° NW
West Bend Historical Society Museum (Museum) — 13.2 mi, 235° SW
MIA-POW Display (Monument) — 15.3 mi, 040° NE
Cylinder Heritage Museum (Museum) — 16.1 mi, 275° W
Wild Rose Casino and Resort (Attraction) — 21.8 mi, 278° W
Britt Veterans Memorial/ Freedom Rock (Monument) — 21.8 mi, 085° E
Five Island Lake Wildlife Management Area (Nature Reserve) — 21.9 mi, 286° W
Robert Emmet Statue (Monument) — 22.7 mi, 277° W
Odvin Hagen Music Center (Arts Centre) — 32.7 mi, 066° NE
Estherville Rock Garden (Attraction) — 38.3 mi, 307° NW
Hawkeye Community Theater (Theatre) — 38.7 mi, 176° S
Ringham Habitat Area (Zoo / Wildlife Park) — 41.7 mi, 310° NW
Fairmont Opera House (Theatre) — 41.8 mi, 344° N
Clear Lake State Park (State Park) — 42.1 mi, 086° E
Southpark 7 Theatres (Cinema) — 46.8 mi, 275° W
Boneyard Hollow (Attraction) — 47.1 mi, 170° S

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