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Corbin Kentucky Map

Explore Corbin, Kentucky, 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 Corbin, Kentucky

How to Use This Corbin, Kentucky Map

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

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.

CityCorbin
StateKentucky (KY)
CountyWhitley County
CountryUnited States of America
TimezoneEastern Time (America/New_York)
Latitude36.931584
Longitude-84.10079
Population7,856
Density381.6 /km²
IncorporatedYes
ZIP Codes40701, 40702
Area Code606
County SeatWilliamsburg
School DistrictCorbin Independent School District

About Corbin, Kentucky

Corbin is a locality in Whitley County, Kentucky, United States. It has a population of approximately 7,856. The population density is 381.6 people per km². Corbin is located at 36.9316°N, 84.1008°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. Corbin is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 40701, 40702.

Corbin emerges from the landscape as a sturdy junction point where the rhythmic flow of Lynn Camp Creek defines the local topography. It lies 29.7 miles east-southeast of Somerset, KY (from Somerset, KY: bearing 109°T), and is situated 0.8 miles south-southwest of North Corbin. The surrounding terrain consists of undulating slopes and deep, fertile woodland that gives way to the distant silhouette of the Appalachian Mountains on the horizon. Residents often look toward the nearby Steel Hollow, a basin that captures the cool, settling mist of autumn evenings. The proximity of Laurel River Lake provides a quiet expanse of water just a short drive away, offering a contrast to the dense greenery of the regional woods. Every afternoon, the light filters through the trees to illuminate the Corbin City Pool, which serves as a central point of recreation for those who call the place home.

Corbin traces its roots to the expansion of the rail industry, which once turned the settlement into a vital hub for regional commerce. Coal mining and the iron-willed work of the railroad defined the early economy, creating a legacy of labor that persists in the collective memory of the populace. Today, the local economy has transitioned into a diverse mix of retail and service-oriented trades that sustain the daily needs of the region. The rhythm of work remains steady, grounded in the practical nature of the land and the endurance of those who live here. Small businesses and local enterprises continue to operate with a quiet persistence that honors the industrious spirit of the past. This history remains visible in the architecture of the older districts, where the brickwork and layout reflect an era of significant industrial growth.

Corbin maintains a distinct cultural character that is deeply influenced by the traditions of the Upper South and a lingering pride in its unique history. Visitors often stop to recognize the site of the original restaurant founded by Colonel Harland Sanders, an individual whose legacy in the culinary world remains globally recognized today. The Corbin City Pool remains a landmark of community gathering, reflecting the social traditions of the people who have lived here for generations. Local events frequently center on seasonal celebrations that bring neighbors together, fostering a sense of continuity that defies the pace of the modern world. The atmosphere is one of deliberate stillness, where the sounds of the creek and the changing leaves provide a backdrop to everyday life. By honoring its heritage while moving forward, Corbin holds onto a sense of self that is both modest and enduring.

Nearby Outdoor Places

  • Colonel Sanders (Public Artwork) — 1.2 mi, 012° N
  • Corbin Rotary Park (Local Park) — 1.2 mi, 029° NE
  • Corbin City Pool (Local Park) — 1.2 mi, 023° NE
  • Sander's Cafe and Museum (Museum) — 2.0 mi, 011° N
  • Daniel Boone National Forest (National Forest) — 2.2 mi, 344° N · 564k acres
  • Laurel River Lake (Recreation Area) — 2.6 mi, 341° N
  • Once site of the Collier Hill Inn (Historic Ruins) — 5.9 mi, 063° NE
  • Cane Creek Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 10.1 mi, 310° NW
  • Lake Cumberland (Recreation Area) — 10.4 mi, 279° W
  • McHargue's Mill (Museum) — 10.8 mi, 014° N
  • Regency Cinema (Cinema) — 12.3 mi, 001° N
  • Cumberland Falls State Resort Park (State Park) — 12.9 mi, 245° SW
  • Scuttle Hole Overlook (Viewpoint) — 13.8 mi, 279° W
  • Beaver Creek Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 14.4 mi, 277° W
  • Six Gun City (Historic Ruins) — 15.1 mi, 245° SW
  • Redbird Purchase Unit (National Forest) — 15.4 mi, 056° NE · 146k acres
  • Beaver Creek Wilderness (Wilderness Area) — 16.5 mi, 269° W · 4,854 acres
  • Wildcat Off-road (Attraction) — 20.6 mi, 347° N
  • Beast Mode (Attraction) — 22.5 mi, 251° W
  • Pine Mountain State Resort Park (State Park) — 23.3 mi, 125° SE
  • Short Creek Cave (Attraction) — 23.7 mi, 310° NW
  • Camp Wildcat Battle Monument (Monument) — 23.7 mi, 347° N
  • Civil War (Monument) — 24.1 mi, 185° S
  • Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area (Wild & Scenic River) — 25.0 mi, 244° SW · 114k acres
  • Daniel Boone's Trail (Monument) — 26.6 mi, 345° N
  • Showplace Cinemas (Cinema) — 29.8 mi, 284° W
  • Downtown Somerset Welcome (Attraction) — 30.1 mi, 292° W
  • Kentucky Music Hall of Fame and Museum (Museum) — 34.0 mi, 338° N
  • Royal Blue Wildlife Management Area (Nature Reserve) — 36.6 mi, 198° S
  • Wayne County Historical Museum (Museum) — 41.9 mi, 261° W

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About This Corbin Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Corbin, Kentucky. Coordinates: 36.931584, -84.10079. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.

Detailed location data for Corbin includes the ZIP code (40701, 40702), telephone area code (606), county seat of Whitley County (Williamsburg), and school district assignment (Corbin Independent School District).

Search Maps opens a second, independent map. It searches OpenStreetMap for any US town, county or landmark by name; offers USGS topographic maps and USGS aerial imagery as base layers; overlays a labelled U.S. National Grid (USNG) so the map can be read like a printed topographic quad; measures distance and grid, true and magnetic bearings between any two points; and takes a single GPS fix reporting your position as a USNG grid reference and as latitude and longitude. Map tiles require cell coverage, but a GPS position does not, so the coordinates remain correct even where the map cannot load.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.

Page generatedSeptember 2026
Location dataSimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data
Map layersGoogle Maps; © OpenStreetMap contributors; USGS The National Map topographic and aerial imagery (public domain); magnetic declination from NOAA NCEI (World Magnetic Model)
Wikipedia validationArticle content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API.