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Grosse Ile Michigan Map

Explore Grosse Ile, 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 Grosse Ile, Michigan

How to Use This Grosse Ile, Michigan Map

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

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	Grosse Ile
State	Michigan (MI)
County	Wayne County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/Detroit)

Latitude	42.129208
Longitude	-83.144368
Population	10,071
Density	280.0 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Code	48138
Area Code	313
County Seat	Detroit

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About Grosse Ile, Michigan

Grosse Ile is a locality in Wayne County, Michigan, United States. It has a population of 10,071. The population density is 280.0 people per km². Grosse Ile is located at 42.1292°N, 83.1444°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/Detroit) timezone. ZIP code: 48138.

Grosse Ile presents a landscape defined by its intimate relationship with the surrounding waterways and the quiet elegance of its island terrain. It lies 1.9 miles east-southeast of Trenton, MI (from Trenton, MI: bearing 112°T), and is situated 8.6 miles south-southeast of Lincoln Park. The light at dusk settles softly over the horizon, casting a silver sheen upon the surface of Crystal Bay as the day retreats. Water flows with a deliberate, slow grace through the Thorofare Canal, separating the island from the mainland and framing the edges of the local geography. A short distance away, the quiet depths of Quarry Lake provide a serene contrast to the more active currents nearby. Stony Island remains a constant, silent companion in the distance, punctuating the view for those who wander along the shoreline.

Grosse Ile has long been shaped by a history of maritime influence and a connection to the broader industrial evolution of the region. Early settlers recognized the strategic value of these lands, utilizing the proximity to water to establish a stable economy that grew alongside the neighboring centers of production. While the rhythm of modern commerce has shifted, the island maintains a character rooted in its resilience and the careful stewardship of its land. Residents often look toward the regional heritage of innovation to inform the current local economy, which emphasizes professional services and specialized trade. The atmosphere suggests a place where the weight of time is felt not as a burden, but as a steadying hand on the pulse of daily affairs.

Grosse Ile fosters a cultural identity that prizes a deliberate pace and a deep appreciation for its natural surroundings. The local landscape is complemented by amenities such as Water's Edge Golf Course, which invites residents to experience the open air and the subtle variations of the terrain. Community life is marked by gatherings that celebrate the spirit of the island, often drawing people together to acknowledge the shared heritage of their environment. While many notable figures have contributed to the legacy of the region, the island is perhaps best recognized for the quiet distinction of those who have sought refuge from the clamor of the mainland. The character of the people reflects the environment, suggesting a composure that is as enduring as the waters of Crystal Bay itself.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Water's Edge Golf Course (Park) — 0.8 mi, 258° W
Westshore Golf & Country Club (Park) — 1.0 mi, 317° NW
Airport Recreation Area (Local Park) — 1.4 mi, 221° SW
Elizabeth Park (Local Park) — 1.6 mi, 279° W
Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 1.9 mi, 192° S · 13k acres
Open Book Theatre (Theatre) — 2.4 mi, 290° W
Wildlife Observation Deck (Viewpoint) — 2.5 mi, 244° SW
Riverview Highlands Golf Course (Local Recreation) — 3.4 mi, 305° NW
Gibraltar Historical Museum (Museum) — 3.4 mi, 222° SW
Cox, Stein, Wrobleski Memorial Plaque (Monument) — 4.0 mi, 348° N
Blue Nine Golf Course (Local Recreation) — 4.2 mi, 312° NW
Battle of Monguagon Monument (Monument) — 4.5 mi, 226° SW
Biddle North of Eureka (Monument) — 4.9 mi, 356° N
Sharon Sims Gallery (Gallery) — 5.2 mi, 357° N
PASC Art Studio (Gallery) — 5.2 mi, 334° NW
Gwen Frostic Sculpture (Public Artwork) — 5.7 mi, 354° N
Pointe Mouillee State Game Area (State Conservation Area) — 6.9 mi, 205° SW
Taylor Petting Farm (Zoo / Wildlife Park) — 8.1 mi, 316° NW
Allen Park Center for the Arts (Theatre) — 9.3 mi, 333° NW
Allen Park Civic Arena (Stadium) — 9.6 mi, 339° N
Blue Elephant Studio Gallery (Gallery) — 10.0 mi, 344° N
Five Replica Homes of Great Americans (Attraction) — 12.3 mi, 340° N
Davidson Gerson Gallery of Glass (Museum) — 13.0 mi, 340° N
Grill Grove (Attraction) — 13.8 mi, 017° N
River's Edge Lawn (Attraction) — 13.8 mi, 017° N
The Glade (Attraction) — 13.8 mi, 017° N
Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 32.4 mi, 195° S · 21k acres

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