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Benton Township Michigan Map

Explore Benton Township, 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 Township, Michigan

How to Use This Benton Township, Michigan Map

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

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

Latitude	42.130704
Longitude	-86.407822
Population	14,000
Density	480.0 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Code	49022
Area Code	269
County Seat	St. Joseph

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About Benton Township, Michigan

Benton Township is a locality in Berrien County, Michigan, United States. It has a population of 14,000. The population density is 480.0 people per km². Benton Township is located at 42.1307°N, 86.4078°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/Detroit) timezone. ZIP code: 49022.

Benton Township occupies a landscape defined by the persistent, quiet movement of water and the shifting character of the earth. It lies 22.2 miles north-northwest of Niles, MI (from Niles, MI: bearing 339°T), and is situated 2.6 miles east-northeast of Benton Harbor. The terrain remains shaped by the flow of Sand Creek, which carves a path through the soil with a steady, enduring persistence. Only three miles to the west, the vast expanse of Lake Michigan provides a cooling influence on the air, tempering the seasonal transitions that define the local climate. Beyond the immediate lowlands, the distant silhouette of Thunder Mountain rises nine miles away, acting as a faint, gray sentinel on the horizon. Residents find local respite within the boundaries of Byrite Park, where the land offers a brief, green sanctuary from the surrounding agricultural and industrial development.

Economic life in Benton Township evolved from the early promise of fertile soil and the logistical advantages of its proximity to major transit routes. The growth of regional industry helped transition the local economy from agrarian roots toward a more diversified base of manufacturing and commerce. These labor-intensive sectors have long provided the structural backbone for the area, anchoring the daily routines of the workforce. While the rhythms of the regional market fluctuate, the industrial legacy remains a visible component of the local landscape, grounding the modern identity of Benton Township in the tangible products of human effort. Even as the economy adapts to new demands, the memory of these foundational trades continues to inform the collective understanding of progress.

Cultural life in Benton Township reflects a blend of local traditions and the quiet, industrious spirit of its inhabitants. The presence of nearby features like the Morrison Channel and the quiet shores of Marina Island encourages a lifestyle that remains deeply connected to the surrounding natural elements. Community gatherings often center around shared spaces, where the pace of life slows to allow for a genuine exchange of thoughts and neighborly support. While many residents maintain a private, modest existence, the area occasionally draws attention for its contributions to the regional identity. The character of the people is forged in the temperate light of the afternoon, where the work of the day gives way to a contemplative, steady calm that defines the local experience.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Byrite Park (Local Park) — 0.3 mi, 034° NE
Butler Field (Local Park) — 0.4 mi, 000° N
Sarett Nature Center (Local Conservation Area) — 0.8 mi, 333° NW
Blossom Trails Golf Course (Park) — 1.2 mi, 206° SW
Morton House Museum (Museum) — 2.1 mi, 248° W
Point O' Woods Golf Course (Park) — 2.3 mi, 083° E
Richard Hunt Studio Center (Gallery) — 2.4 mi, 248° W
Water Street Glassworks (Arts Centre) — 2.6 mi, 249° W
Southwest Michigan Great Lakes State Bottomland Preserve (Marine Protected Area) — 2.7 mi, 324° NW
Riverfront Ball Park (Local Recreation) — 3.4 mi, 235° SW
City Boat Launch (Local Recreation) — 3.6 mi, 239° SW
Crate Basket and Veneer Machinery Museum (Museum) — 3.8 mi, 019° N
St. Joseph's Firemen (Public Artwork) — 4.0 mi, 251° W
Fort Miami (Monument) — 4.1 mi, 250° W
Eleven Inch Dahlgren (Monument) — 4.2 mi, 249° W
Heritage Museum and Cultural Center (Museum) — 4.2 mi, 246° SW
Curious Kids' Museum (Museum) — 4.2 mi, 249° W
Silver Beach Carousel (Attraction) — 4.2 mi, 250° W
Dickenson Stadium (St. Joseph High School) (Stadium) — 5.3 mi, 237° SW
North Berrien Historical Museum (Museum) — 5.9 mi, 055° NE
Jasper Dairy Road Park (State Park) — 8.0 mi, 176° S
Grand Mere State Park (State Park) — 10.3 mi, 219° SW
Art Center (Arts Centre) — 11.7 mi, 167° S
Schaller Gallery (Gallery) — 12.7 mi, 198° S
Ravine Overlook (Viewpoint) — 13.3 mi, 158° S
Beach and natural area (Attraction) — 16.3 mi, 020° N
First Church Camp (Historic Ruins) — 16.8 mi, 214° SW
Captain Mike's Fun Park (Theme Park) — 17.0 mi, 211° SW
Manistee National Forest (National Forest) — 37.6 mi, 040° NE · 539k acres
Indiana Dunes National Park (National Park) — 38.8 mi, 223° SW · 11k acres

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