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Benton Harbor Michigan Map

Explore Benton Harbor, Michigan, 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 Benton Harbor, Michigan

How to Use This Benton Harbor, Michigan Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Benton Harbor, Michigan. 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 Michigan 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 Benton Harbor.

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	Benton Harbor
State	Michigan (MI)
County	Berrien County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/Detroit)

Latitude	42.116706
Longitude	-86.454189
Population	9,103
Density	802.3 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	49022, 49023
Area Code	269
County Seat	St. Joseph
School District	Benton Harbor Area Schools

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About Benton Harbor, Michigan

Benton Harbor is a locality in Berrien County, Michigan, United States. It has a population of approximately 9,103. The population density is 802.3 people per km². Benton Harbor is located at 42.1167°N, 86.4542°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/Detroit) timezone. Benton Harbor is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 49022, 49023.

Benton Harbor unfolds where the steady current of Ox Creek carves a path through the landscape toward the vast, restless expanse of Lake Michigan. It lies 2.6 miles west-southwest of Benton Township, MI (from Benton Township, MI: bearing 248°T), and is situated 1.4 miles east-northeast of Saint Joseph. The air here holds the damp, cool weight of the water, a lingering freshness that travels from the nearby Morrison Channel to settle over the quiet streets. To the east, the silhouette of Thunder Mountain rises in the distant haze, a stoic reminder of the earth’s uneven reach beyond the level horizon. Residents often gather at City Center Park, a green anchor that provides a necessary stillness amidst the shifting seasonal light. From the vantage of Marina Island, the water reflects the gray, shifting clouds that define the regional sky, creating a mirror for the changing weather.

Benton Harbor emerged from the ambition of pioneers who recognized the potential in the fertile soil and the proximity to essential shipping lanes. Agriculture has long served as a foundational rhythm, with orchards and fields stretching out to nourish the local economy through generations of harvest. Industry followed the tracks and the water, fostering a culture of production that once anchored the livelihoods of many families. The steady labor of the past remains visible in the architecture of older buildings, which stand with a weathered, utilitarian grace. Today, the economy continues to shift, balancing the legacy of its manufacturing roots with new efforts to cultivate growth and sustain the vitality of its workforce.

Cultural expression in Benton Harbor finds its voice in the community’s resilience and the shared history of its diverse residents. Landmarks throughout the grid offer glimpses into the past, while local events draw neighbors together to celebrate the specific character of the region. The pace of life is marked by the cycle of the seasons, as the harsh winters give way to the vibrant, green return of spring. Notable figures such as the influential boxer Joe Louis once found a connection to the area, leaving a mark on the spirit of the local community. Through every change, Benton Harbor maintains a quiet persistence, defined by the people who continue to shape its future against the backdrop of the great lake.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Water Street Glassworks (Arts Centre) — 0.1 mi, 283° W
Richard Hunt Studio Center (Gallery) — 0.1 mi, 065° NE
Hall Park (Local Park) — 0.3 mi, 098° E
Morton House Museum (Museum) — 0.4 mi, 068° E
Riverfront Ball Park (Local Recreation) — 1.0 mi, 201° S
City Boat Launch (Local Recreation) — 1.1 mi, 219° SW
Jean Klock Park (Local Park) — 1.2 mi, 316° NW
Upton Arboretum (Local Conservation Area) — 1.3 mi, 255° W
Southwest Michigan Great Lakes State Bottomland Preserve (Marine Protected Area) — 1.3 mi, 325° NW
St. Joseph's Firemen (Public Artwork) — 1.5 mi, 255° W
Fort Miami (Monument) — 1.5 mi, 254° W
Blossom Trails Golf Course (Park) — 1.5 mi, 096° E
Eleven Inch Dahlgren (Monument) — 1.6 mi, 251° W
Curious Kids' Museum (Museum) — 1.6 mi, 250° W
Heritage Museum and Cultural Center (Museum) — 1.6 mi, 243° SW
Silver Beach Carousel (Attraction) — 1.6 mi, 254° W
Sarett Nature Center (Local Conservation Area) — 2.2 mi, 038° NE
Berrien Hills Country Club (Park) — 2.2 mi, 200° S
Dickenson Stadium (St. Joseph High School) (Stadium) — 2.8 mi, 227° SW
Crate Basket and Veneer Machinery Museum (Museum) — 5.9 mi, 038° NE
Jasper Dairy Road Park (State Park) — 7.6 mi, 157° SE
Grand Mere State Park (State Park) — 8.1 mi, 210° SW
North Berrien Historical Museum (Museum) — 8.4 mi, 059° NE
Schaller Gallery (Gallery) — 11.2 mi, 188° S
Art Center (Arts Centre) — 11.6 mi, 154° SE
Ravine Overlook (Viewpoint) — 13.6 mi, 147° SE
First Church Camp (Historic Ruins) — 14.7 mi, 208° SW
Captain Mike's Fun Park (Theme Park) — 15.0 mi, 205° SW
LaRocco's Leap (Attraction) — 17.5 mi, 165° S
Indiana Dunes National Park (National Park) — 36.5 mi, 221° SW · 11k acres

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