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Cedar Falls Iowa Map

Explore Cedar Falls, 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 Cedar Falls, Iowa

How to Use This Cedar Falls, Iowa Map

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

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	Cedar Falls
State	Iowa (IA)
County	Black Hawk County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Central Time (America/Chicago)

Latitude	42.519524
Longitude	-92.454001
Population	40,713
Density	541.2 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	50613, 50614
Area Code	319
County Seat	Waterloo
School District	Cedar Falls Community School District

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About Cedar Falls, Iowa

Cedar Falls is a locality in Black Hawk County, Iowa, United States. It has a population of 40,713. The population density is 541.2 people per km². Cedar Falls is located at 42.5195°N, 92.4540°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Cedar Falls is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 50613, 50614.

Cedar Falls occupies a stretch of fertile terrain where the horizon flattens into an expanse of productive, tilled soil. It lies 5.8 miles west-northwest of Waterloo, IA (from Waterloo, IA: bearing 295°T), and is situated 8.4 miles north-northwest of Orange. The Dry Run flows through the landscape, carving a path that defines the local topography and provides a steady rhythm to the surrounding plains. To the north, the quiet waters of Fisher Lake offer a serene contrast to the active agricultural life that defines the region. Residents often gather at Vetrans Memorial Park to observe the changing light as it settles over the open fields at dusk. The air here carries the scent of damp earth and seasonal harvests, grounding the spirit in a landscape that values directness and space.

Cedar Falls grew from the necessity of harnessing the power of the land to sustain a burgeoning population. Early commerce focused on the potential of the regional waterways, though modern industry has since shifted toward a diverse economy anchored by manufacturing and professional services. The town maintains a consistent pace, balancing the demands of global trade with the steady, reliable labor required to maintain a midwestern hub. Local businesses often reflect the pragmatic heritage of those who first broke the prairie sod, favoring endurance over fleeting trends. Agriculture remains a vital thread, with vast fields of corn and soybeans stretching outward like a grid of gold and green. This economic stability provides a quiet confidence, allowing the inhabitants to focus on long-term growth and the preservation of their shared environment.

Cedar Falls cultivates a sense of intellectual and civic purpose, heavily influenced by the presence of the University of Northern Iowa. The cultural character of the area is marked by a literate civility, where public discourse is treated with as much care as the maintenance of the public squares. Notable landmarks include the historic downtown district, where preserved architecture offers a physical record of the past, standing in firm opposition to the transient nature of modern development. Residents often celebrate their heritage through community events that emphasize local traditions and the arts. While the region is modest in its presentation, it has produced individuals of genuine note, such as the athlete Kurt Warner, whose career trajectory began on these very fields. Daily life proceeds with an unshowy focus on education, neighborly connection, and the quiet satisfaction of a life lived in accordance with the seasons.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Washington Park (Local Park) — 1.1 mi, 040° NE
Cedar Falls Historical Society (Museum) — 1.1 mi, 015° N
Overman Park (Monument) — 1.2 mi, 014° N
George Wyth State Park (State Park) — 1.2 mi, 066° NE
Iowa Band Museum (Museum) — 1.2 mi, 017° N
Riverfront Park (Local Park) — 1.3 mi, 009° N
Hartman Reserve Nature Center (Local Conservation Area) — 1.9 mi, 077° E
Hartman Bluff State Preserve (State Conservation Area) — 1.9 mi, 088° E
Fall's Access (State Recreation Area) — 4.0 mi, 332° NW
McBride Auditorium (Theatre) — 5.8 mi, 083° E
National Wrestling Hall Of Fame (Museum) — 5.9 mi, 106° E
Phelps Youth Pavillion (Museum) — 5.9 mi, 105° E
Statue Of Liberty Replica (Public Artwork) — 6.1 mi, 106° E
USS Frank E. Evans D7540 (Monument) — 6.1 mi, 106° E
POW Memorial (Monument) — 6.1 mi, 106° E
Hudson Depot Museum (Museum) — 7.7 mi, 179° S
Yuta Falls (Attraction) — 9.2 mi, 127° SE
Eeki Eeki Escape (Attraction) — 9.2 mi, 126° SE
Wakani Whirl (Attraction) — 9.2 mi, 127° SE
Zulawa Wave (Attraction) — 9.2 mi, 126° SE
Palace Theater (Cinema) — 14.3 mi, 357° N
McElroy Communication Arts Center (Arts Centre) — 14.4 mi, 354° N
Neumann Auditorium (Theatre) — 14.4 mi, 355° N
Pine Lake State Park (State Park) — 31.6 mi, 253° W
Grand Theatre (Cinema) — 34.6 mi, 252° W
Port Louisa National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 38.6 mi, 180° S · 24k acres

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