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Radcliff Kentucky Map

Explore Radcliff, 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 Radcliff, Kentucky

How to Use This Radcliff, Kentucky Map

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

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

Latitude	37.820058
Longitude	-85.936371
Population	23,042
Density	666.1 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	40160, 40159
Area Code	502
County Seat	Elizabethtown
School District	Hardin County School District

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About Radcliff, Kentucky

Radcliff is a locality in Hardin County, Kentucky, United States. It has a population of 23,042. The population density is 666.1 people per km². Radcliff is located at 37.8201°N, 85.9364°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. Radcliff is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 40160, 40159.

Radcliff occupies a landscape defined by the quiet persistence of limestone bedrock and the steady growth of woodland patches that break up the open fields. It lies 11.2 miles north-northwest of Elizabethtown, KY (from Elizabethtown, KY: bearing 334°T), and is situated 3.6 miles south-southeast of Fort Knox. The air here holds a particular clarity at dusk, when the shadows stretch long across the ground and the horizon hints at the distant Appalachian Mountains far to the east. Residents often find respite in the local greenery, particularly when spending time at the Colvin Community Center. Water defines the edges of the terrain, with the rhythmic flow of Brushy Fork passing nearby and the still, reflective surface of Sanders Spring Reservoir resting just a short distance away. Deep within the earth, the topography drops into the quietude of Boone Hollow, while the sudden, rushing sound of The Big Falls offers a sharp contrast to the surrounding stillness.

Radcliff grew from the necessity of its position, evolving alongside the expanding military presence that shaped the regional economy and labor market. Early settlers recognized the value of this land, finding that the soil and the proximity to essential transport routes allowed for a steady development of local commerce. Today, the economy remains tied to a mix of service industries and public sector support, providing a stable foundation for those who live and work within its borders. The legacy of these efforts is visible in the straightforward, practical design of the architecture and the pragmatic spirit of the people. While industrial shifts have occurred over the decades, the focus remains on maintaining a functional environment that balances professional requirements with the needs of everyday life.

Radcliff possesses a character marked by a resilient, down-to-earth temperament that values community connection above all else. Visitors often remark on the local events that bring neighbors together, fostering a sense of shared purpose that is rarely found in larger, more anonymous places. The Colvin Community Center serves as a vital anchor for this social life, acting as a hub where generations gather to share stories and organize local activities. While the region has seen its share of notable figures pass through, the focus remains firmly on the quiet achievements of its current residents. This place moves at a deliberate pace, respecting the traditions of the past while looking toward the modest, steady advancements of the future.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Duvall Park (Local Park) — 0.2 mi, 353° N
Dawley Park (Local Park) — 0.2 mi, 211° SW
Saunders Springs Nature Preserve (Local Conservation Area) — 2.3 mi, 357° N
Kentucky September 11th Memorial (Monument) — 3.6 mi, 338° N
The Cannonball (Monument) — 9.8 mi, 154° SE
Jim Scudder State Nature Preserve (State Conservation Area) — 10.3 mi, 137° SE
Harrison County Glades - Ohio River Bluffs (Conservation Area) — 11.3 mi, 330° NW
Three County Corner (Monument) — 11.8 mi, 263° W
Fort Duffield (Historic Castle / Fort) — 12.0 mi, 358° N
Knobs State Forest and Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 13.3 mi, 075° E
Jim Beam Distillery (Attraction) — 17.3 mi, 063° NE
Squire Boone Caverns (Attraction) — 20.0 mi, 328° NW
The Boy Lincoln (Public Artwork) — 20.1 mi, 148° SE
Pine Acres Miniature Farm (Zoo / Wildlife Park) — 20.9 mi, 331° NW
Kentucky Railway Museum (Museum) — 21.9 mi, 121° SE
Abraham Lincoln Birth Cabin (Attraction) — 22.7 mi, 151° SE
Site of the Boundary Oak (Attraction) — 22.8 mi, 151° SE
Oscar Getz Museum of Whiskey History/Bardstown Historical Museum (Museum) — 25.4 mi, 091° E
My Old Kentucky Home State Park (State Park) — 25.8 mi, 093° E
Bardstown Civil War Museum (Museum) — 25.9 mi, 091° E
Kentucky Derby Museum (Museum) — 28.1 mi, 019° N
Broadbent Arena (Stadium) — 28.3 mi, 021° N
Big Vista Overlook (Viewpoint) — 28.6 mi, 048° NE
Colonel Sanders Museum (Museum) — 29.3 mi, 027° NE
Louisville zoo (Zoo / Wildlife Park) — 29.4 mi, 025° NE
O'bannon Woods State Park (State Park) — 31.2 mi, 324° NW
Hoosier National Forest (National Forest) — 33.1 mi, 312° NW · 204k acres
Mammoth Cave National Park (National Park) — 38.5 mi, 188° S · 51k acres

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