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Forest Hills Michigan Map

Explore Forest Hills, 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 Forest Hills, Michigan

How to Use This Forest Hills, Michigan Map

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

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	Forest Hills
State	Michigan (MI)
County	Kent County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/Detroit)

Latitude	42.960191
Longitude	-85.489674
Population	28,573
Density	223.8 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Codes	48864, 49301
Area Code	517, 616
County Seat	Grand Rapids
School District	Forest Hills Public Schools

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About Forest Hills, Michigan

Forest Hills is a locality in Kent County, Michigan, United States. It has a population of 28,573. The population density is 223.8 people per km². Forest Hills is located at 42.9602°N, 85.4897°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/Detroit) timezone. ZIP codes: 48864, 49301.

Forest Hills emerges from the landscape as a quiet expanse defined by the patient, steady movement of the Grand River as it carves a path through the earth. The local terrain is marked by a subtle, terrestrial grace where the land rises into gentle slopes, far removed from any maritime horizon. A short distance away, the quiet waters of Paradise Lake offer a reflective surface that mirrors the shifting colors of the changing seasons. The air here carries the crisp, clean scent of inland woods, grounding the daily experience of the residents in the raw texture of the soil. Beyond the immediate view, the distant silhouette of Dias Hill creates a soft, permanent boundary against the vast, open sky.

Development in Forest Hills reflects a long history of industrious settlement that has slowly transformed the surrounding acreage into a stable, modern environment. The local economy thrives on a diverse base of professional services and private enterprise, drawing strength from the regional stability of the broader Midwest. Many residents contribute to a professional landscape that values precision and long-term investment over fleeting trends. While the industrial footprint is understated, it remains a vital component of the local rhythm, supporting a population that appreciates the quiet dignity of work. This economic foundation ensures that the daily life of Forest Hills remains focused, productive, and firmly connected to the regional prosperity.

Cultural life in Forest Hills finds its most vibrant expression at Chief Hazy-Cloud County Park, where the natural world provides a communal space for quiet reflection and shared activity. The neighborhood maintains a character defined by an appreciation for open space and the unhurried movement of suburban life. Notable figures have occasionally called this region home, including the accomplished golfer Dan Pohl, who grew up in the area and brought national recognition to the local athletic spirit. Community gatherings often center around the preservation of the landscape, fostering a collective identity that respects the environment. Residents engage with their surroundings through a lens of stewardship, ensuring that the legacy of the land remains intact for those who follow.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Chief Hazy-Cloud County Park (Local Park) — 0.3 mi, 029° NE
Grand River Nature Area (Local Conservation Area) — 0.8 mi, 134° SE
Ada Park (Local Park) — 1.0 mi, 155° SE
Kent County Conservation Club (Park) — 1.9 mi, 046° NE
Observation Deck (Viewpoint) — 2.4 mi, 308° NW
Forest Hills Golf Club (Park) — 2.7 mi, 226° SW
Mainstem Grand River-Leonard Fase Trust 1 (Local Conservation Area) — 2.8 mi, 142° SE
Mainstem Grand River- Leonard Fase Trust 1 (Conservation Area) — 2.9 mi, 138° SE
Cannonsburg State Game Area (State Recreation Area) — 3.8 mi, 359° N
Leaping Gazelle Fountain (Public Artwork) — 4.9 mi, 285° W
Sang Yoon (Monument) — 5.4 mi, 285° W
Matthews Performing Arts Center (Arts Centre) — 5.6 mi, 286° W
Pine Plantation (Attraction) — 5.7 mi, 090° E
Mixed Oak Forest (Attraction) — 5.9 mi, 088° E
The McKendrick Building (Gallery) — 7.3 mi, 267° W
Arts in Motion (Arts Centre) — 7.9 mi, 270° W
Saranac-Lowell State Game Area (State Conservation Area) — 8.0 mi, 094° E
Muse SE (Gallery) — 8.1 mi, 267° W
Manistee National Forest (National Forest) — 8.3 mi, 301° NW · 539k acres
Cultivate (Gallery) — 8.3 mi, 268° W
The Castle (Monument) — 8.5 mi, 270° W
The Hiker (Monument) — 8.6 mi, 270° W
Dog Story Theater (Theatre) — 8.6 mi, 270° W
Hyser Rivers Museum (Museum) — 8.8 mi, 324° NW
Grand Rapids African American Museum and Archives (Museum) — 9.1 mi, 272° W
GLC Live at 20 Monroe (Theatre) — 9.2 mi, 272° W
White Pine Trail State Park (State Park) — 9.6 mi, 303° NW
Van Andel Living Shores (Aquarium) — 10.9 mi, 271° W
Sawtooth Drop (Attraction) — 11.3 mi, 335° NW
White, Michigan Wild And Scenic River Study Area (Wild & Scenic River) — 43.8 mi, 338° N · 21k acres

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