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Glasgow Kentucky Map

Explore Glasgow, 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 Glasgow, Kentucky

How to Use This Glasgow, Kentucky Map

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

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	Glasgow
State	Kentucky (KY)
County	Barren County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Central Time (America/Chicago)

Latitude	37.004842
Longitude	-85.925876
Population	15,014
Density	365.5 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	42141, 42142
Area Code	270
County Seat	Glasgow
School District	Glasgow Independent School District

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About Glasgow, Kentucky

Glasgow is a locality in Barren County, Kentucky, United States. It has a population of 15,014. The population density is 365.5 people per km². Glasgow is located at 37.0048°N, 85.9259°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Glasgow is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 42141, 42142.

Glasgow maintains a presence upon the limestone-rich plains of Kentucky, where the horizon stretches wide and the air holds a distinct clarity. It lies 29.3 miles east of Bowling Green, KY (from Bowling Green, KY: bearing 89°T), and is situated 10.0 miles south-southeast of Cave City. The landscape surrounding Glasgow consists of undulating fields and dense woodlands that thrive in the fertile soil of the region. South Fork Beaver Creek meanders through the terrain just one mile away, its presence marked by a quiet, persistent moisture that sustains the local flora. Visitors often find solace in the green expanse of Liberty Street Park, which serves as a central gathering place for residents. While the distant Appalachian Mountains loom 133 miles away as faint blue silhouettes, the immediate vicinity remains defined by the gentle, rolling character of the interior plains.

Glasgow traces its origins to the early settlement patterns of the Upper South, where the economy was initially anchored by the bounty of the land. Agriculture continues to influence the local industry, though the scope has expanded to include a diverse manufacturing sector that provides steady employment for the populace. The rhythm of daily life in Glasgow is dictated by the turning of seasons, a cycle that shapes the productivity of the farms and the operation of local businesses. Many families have deep ties to this soil, preserving a heritage of resilience that has seen the economy adapt to modern demands without losing its fundamental character. The steady labor of its people ensures that the storefronts remain active and the infrastructure continues to serve the needs of the surrounding rural landscape.

Cultural identity in Glasgow reflects a synthesis of regional tradition and the steady, unpretentious progress of a modern Kentucky center. Liberty Street Park serves as a focal point for seasonal gatherings, where the community celebrates its shared history and local musicians play under the open sky. The influence of the nearby Monroe Sink, located 11 miles away, adds a layer of geological intrigue to the local lore, reminding observers of the porous, ancient stone beneath their feet. Among the individuals associated with the region, the legendary basketball coach E.A. Diddle stands as a figure of immense importance, having shaped the collegiate sport landscape with his fierce dedication. Life in Glasgow remains focused on these interpersonal connections, where the warmth of a greeting is as reliable as the setting of the sun behind the distant horizon.

Nearby Outdoor Places

American Legion Park (Local Park) — 0.2 mi, 010° N
Fort Williams Civil War Battlefield (Registered Battlefield) — 0.5 mi, 178° S
Weldon Park (Local Park) — 0.9 mi, 172° S
Confederate Monument (Monument) — 1.0 mi, 131° SE
Barren River Recreation Area (Recreation Area) — 2.7 mi, 246° SW
Barren River Lake Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 2.7 mi, 246° SW
Barren River Lake (Recreation Area) — 2.7 mi, 245° SW
Brigadoon State Nature Preserve (State Conservation Area) — 7.7 mi, 209° SW
Mammoth Cave National Park (National Park) — 9.7 mi, 312° NW · 51k acres
Kentucky Action Park (Theme Park) — 9.8 mi, 334° NW
Green River Watershed Easement (Conservation Area) — 10.0 mi, 308° NW
Diamond Caverns (Attraction) — 10.7 mi, 316° NW
National Cave Museum and Library (Museum) — 10.8 mi, 316° NW
Green River Watershed Fee (Conservation Area) — 10.8 mi, 309° NW
Barren River Lake State Resort Park (State Park) — 11.7 mi, 216° SW
Hidden River Cave (Attraction) — 12.1 mi, 005° N
Unknown Confederate Soldier Monument (Monument) — 13.1 mi, 360° N
Furlong Cemetery (Viewpoint) — 14.5 mi, 318° NW
Last Recorded Indian Raid (Monument) — 14.8 mi, 034° NE
Railroad Engine No. 4 (Attraction) — 15.6 mi, 323° NW
Nolin Lake State Park (State Park) — 25.3 mi, 321° NW
Bowling Green Ballpark (Stadium) — 28.4 mi, 269° W
Brass Dancer (Public Artwork) — 29.1 mi, 268° W
Blue Hole (Attraction) — 30.1 mi, 263° W
Cold Springs Museum (Museum) — 43.5 mi, 228° SW
Kentucky Railway Museum (Museum) — 48.6 mi, 022° N
Gallatin Green Wave Football Stadium (Stadium) — 50.7 mi, 214° SW
Sumner County Museum (Museum) — 51.6 mi, 214° SW
Smith County Heritage Museum (Museum) — 52.0 mi, 182° S
Daniel Boone National Forest (National Forest) — 64.1 mi, 115° SE · 564k acres

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