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Flatwoods Kentucky Map

Explore Flatwoods, 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 Flatwoods, Kentucky

How to Use This Flatwoods, Kentucky Map

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

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	Flatwoods
State	Kentucky (KY)
County	Greenup County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	38.52258
Longitude	-82.717108
Population	7,325
Density	867.5 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	41139
Area Code	859
County Seat	Greenup
School District	Russell Independent School District

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About Flatwoods, Kentucky

Flatwoods is a locality in Greenup County, Kentucky, United States. It has a population of approximately 7,325. The population density is 867.5 people per km². Flatwoods is located at 38.5226°N, 82.7171°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. Flatwoods is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 41139.

Flatwoods occupies a quiet stretch of land defined by the steady, unassuming presence of the Meade Run as it carves through the local terrain. It lies 5.3 miles northwest of Ashland, KY (from Ashland, KY: bearing 306°T), and is situated 2.1 miles west-southwest of Ironton. The landscape around Flatwoods is characterized by the modest, earthbound depressions of Kennedy Hollow, which lend a sense of intimacy to the surrounding woodlands. The air here holds the cooling influence of the distant Appalachian Mountains, which wait on the horizon like a soft, blue shadow against the sky. During the transition of dusk, the light catches the low ridges, turning the vegetation into a muted palette of copper and deep emerald. Residents find a particular peace in the proximity of the Wayne National Forest, where the dense canopy provides a sanctuary for those seeking the stillness of the deep woods.

Flatwoods grew from the industrious spirit of a region built on the backbone of coal and the steady hum of manufacturing. The local economy has long reflected the resilience of the Upper-South, balancing the legacy of heavy industry with the practical needs of a modern workforce. Workers who once fueled the regional supply chains now contribute to a diverse array of local commerce that keeps the pulse of the area steady. This history of labor has left an indelible mark on the community, fostering a culture that values grit, reliability, and the quiet satisfaction of a job well done. Even as the industries evolve, the connection to the land remains, with the rhythm of the workweek mirroring the slow, deliberate pace of the passing seasons.

Flatwoods maintains a modest cultural identity that centers on the shared experiences of its residents and the simple joy of community gathering. On warm afternoons, the Flatwoods City Pool serves as a focal point for families, offering a reprieve from the summer heat and a place for neighbors to connect. The local atmosphere is defined by a sense of neighborliness that avoids fanfare, preferring the grounded reality of regional traditions and the comfort of familiar faces. While the town is not known for grand monuments, it takes pride in the straightforward integrity of its public spaces and the preservation of its communal character. The quietude of the surroundings ensures that life moves with an intentional, unhurried grace, allowing the true nature of the place to reveal itself in the small, everyday interactions of its people.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Flatwoods City Park (Local Park) — 0.6 mi, 215° SW
Unknonw Ball Fields (Local Recreation) — 1.9 mi, 049° NE
Unknown Park (Local Park) — 1.9 mi, 054° NE
Ro-Na Cultural Center and Theater (Theatre) — 1.9 mi, 067° NE
Wayne National Forest (National Forest) — 2.9 mi, 001° N · 243k acres
You Look Good in Ashland Kentucky (Public Artwork) — 5.1 mi, 125° SE
Jesse Stuart State Nature Preserve (State Conservation Area) — 5.5 mi, 285° W
Greenbo Lake State Resort Park (State Park) — 8.2 mi, 255° W
Kaiser Hollow Research Natural Area (Research Natural Area) — 8.7 mi, 023° NE
Musketeer Field (Stadium) — 11.1 mi, 312° NW
Marshall Plane Crash Site (Monument) — 12.7 mi, 144° SE
Camden Park Mound (Historic Ruins) — 13.2 mi, 131° SE
The Art Spirit (Gallery) — 15.0 mi, 121° SE
Crown City Wildlife Area (State Conservation Area) — 15.1 mi, 079° E
WWI Memorial Trail (Monument) — 15.4 mi, 122° SE
Sergeant Danny C. Hayes Memorial (Monument) — 15.9 mi, 082° E
3rd Avenue Art Gallery (Gallery) — 16.2 mi, 115° SE
Huntington Dance Theatre (Theatre) — 16.3 mi, 116° SE
Touma Museum of Medicine (Museum) — 16.3 mi, 115° SE
Charles W. & Norma C. Carroll Gallery (Gallery) — 16.4 mi, 115° SE
Barnes Agency Design & Digital Media Studio (Arts Centre) — 16.4 mi, 115° SE
Jeslyn Performing Arts Center (Arts Centre) — 16.5 mi, 115° SE
Chad Pennington Hall of Fame (Attraction) — 17.4 mi, 112° E
Clark Planetarium (Museum) — 20.7 mi, 314° NW
River Overlook (Viewpoint) — 20.7 mi, 314° NW
Southern Ohio Museum and Cultural Center (Museum) — 21.0 mi, 314° NW
Shawnee State Park (State Park) — 23.2 mi, 298° NW
Daniel Boone National Forest (National Forest) — 36.7 mi, 244° SW · 564k acres
Ohio River Islands National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 47.4 mi, 284° W · 6,562 acres

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