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Grand Ledge Michigan Map

Explore Grand Ledge, 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 Grand Ledge, Michigan

How to Use This Grand Ledge, Michigan Map

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

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	Grand Ledge
State	Michigan (MI)
County	Eaton County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/Detroit)

Latitude	42.753368
Longitude	-84.746376
Population	7,784
Density	787.4 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	48837
Area Code	517
County Seat	Charlotte
School District	Grand Ledge Public Schools

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About Grand Ledge, Michigan

Grand Ledge is a locality in Eaton County, Michigan, United States. It has a population of approximately 7,784. The population density is 787.4 people per km². Grand Ledge is located at 42.7534°N, 84.7464°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/Detroit) timezone. Grand Ledge is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 48837.

Grand Ledge defines its character through the dramatic, towering sandstone formations that rise directly above the winding path of the Grand River. It lies 4.7 miles west-northwest of Delta Township, MI (from Delta Township, MI: bearing 293°T), and is situated 9.8 miles west of Lansing. These ancient rock faces create a rugged, vertical topography that feels distinct from the surrounding flat, inland plains of the region. Sunlight filters through the dense canopy of hardwoods during the afternoon, casting long, amber shadows across the riverbed and the moss-covered stone. Beyond the immediate banks, the landscape stretches into quiet, productive farmland where the horizon remains flat and expansive under a wide, pale sky. Visitors seeking a moment of stillness often congregate near Bridge Street Plaza, which serves as a central point for observing the rhythmic flow of the water against the stratified cliffs.

Grand Ledge emerged as a settlement built upon the promise of its natural resources, particularly the stone that provided materials for regional construction and growth. Early industries capitalized on the river’s currents to power local mills, eventually transitioning into a diversified economy that sustained the labor force through changing decades. The legacy of these industrious beginnings remains visible in the preserved brick facades of the commercial center, where small businesses continue to serve the daily needs of the residents. Agriculture remains a quiet but persistent thread in the local economy, with the surrounding fields contributing to the broader regional output of produce and grain. The transition from industrial extraction to a modern, service-oriented economy has allowed Grand Ledge to maintain a steady, deliberate pace of development that honors its history without becoming tethered to the past.

Cultural life in Grand Ledge centers on a shared appreciation for the outdoors and a strong sense of civic continuity, often highlighted during seasonal gatherings that bring neighbors together in the public squares. The community takes pride in its unique geological identity, which serves as a backdrop for local events and quiet weekends spent along the river trails. Notable figures with roots in the area include the actor William Hickey, who achieved recognition for his versatile performances in major film productions, bringing a measure of national prominence to his hometown. Every summer, the town observes traditions that celebrate its heritage, filling the air with the sound of music and the scent of local harvests. Residents move through their days with a focus on the immediate, tangible reality of their surroundings, finding satisfaction in the enduring stability of their environment.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Sun Theatre (Cinema) — 0.0 mi, 231° SW
"bridge Street Four" (Public Artwork) — 0.0 mi, 070° E
Blake's Opera House (Monument) — 0.1 mi, 062° NE
Fitzgerald Memorial Field (Local Recreation) — 0.1 mi, 031° NE
Governor Frank D. Fitzgerald Home / Governor Frank D. Fitzgerald Home (Monument) — 0.1 mi, 315° NW
Second Island (Monument) — 0.1 mi, 004° N
Riverfront Park (Local Park) — 0.2 mi, 057° NE
Performance Shelter at Jaycee Park (Theatre) — 0.3 mi, 114° SE
Grand Ledge High School Auditorium (Theatre) — 0.6 mi, 213° SW
Lincoln Brick Park (Local Park) — 1.0 mi, 311° NW
Grand Ledge Country Club (Park) — 1.6 mi, 148° SE
Ledge Meadows Golf Course (Park) — 2.5 mi, 273° W
Eagle Park Fairgrounds (Local Recreation) — 4.2 mi, 334° NW
Portland State Game Area (State Conservation Area) — 5.0 mi, 306° NW
Windsor Township State Game Area (State Conservation Area) — 6.0 mi, 145° SE
Don's Windmill (Attraction) — 7.2 mi, 141° SE
Fly Lansing Viewport (Viewpoint) — 8.8 mi, 080° E
Michigan History Museum (Museum) — 9.4 mi, 099° E
White Capitol House (Attraction) — 9.7 mi, 098° E
The Gallery in Old Town (Gallery) — 9.9 mi, 092° E
Lansing Art Gallery (Gallery) — 9.9 mi, 099° E
Nelson Gallery (Gallery) — 10.0 mi, 098° E
Old Town (Attraction) — 10.0 mi, 092° E
Michigan Millers Fire Engine (Attraction) — 11.7 mi, 093° E
Karyns Dance Studio (Arts Centre) — 13.8 mi, 124° SE
Bath School Museum (Museum) — 15.8 mi, 074° E
Sleepy Hollow State Park (State Park) — 19.8 mi, 054° NE
Manistee National Forest (National Forest) — 43.7 mi, 246° SW · 539k acres
Shiawassee National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 52.9 mi, 042° NE · 20k acres

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