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Grosse Pointe Michigan Map

Explore Grosse Pointe, 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 Pointe, Michigan

How to Use This Grosse Pointe, Michigan Map

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

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

Latitude	42.386148
Longitude	-82.911859
Population	5,678
Density	2064.3 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	48230, 48236
Area Code	313
County Seat	Detroit
School District	Grosse Pointe Public Schools

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About Grosse Pointe, Michigan

Grosse Pointe is a locality in Wayne County, Michigan, United States. It has a population of approximately 5,678. The population density is 2064.3 people per km². Grosse Pointe is located at 42.3861°N, 82.9119°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/Detroit) timezone. Grosse Pointe is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 48230, 48236.

Grosse Pointe holds a singular position where the horizon softens into the expansive, shimmering reaches of Lake Saint Clair. It lies 1.5 miles east-northeast of Grosse Pointe Park, MI (from Grosse Pointe Park, MI: bearing 61°T), and is situated 7.8 miles east-northeast of Detroit. The air here carries a weight of moisture, cooling the skin as the evening light catches the reeds and grasses near the water’s edge. Gentle breezes drift inward from the distance, carrying the faint, rhythmic pulse of the tides that mark the coastal character of the shoreline. Within the quiet expanse of George Elworthy Park, the land offers a place of stillness, anchoring the neighborhood against the broader patterns of the earth. One might watch the light fade over the water, observing how the sky turns a deep, bruised gray as the day concludes.

Grosse Pointe emerged through the steady accumulation of homes and commerce, drawing its strength from the proximity to the industrial energy of the regional hub. Local livelihoods have long been tethered to the industrious spirit of the surrounding area, fostering a quiet prosperity that values craftsmanship and longevity. The proximity to Fox Creek has historically provided a natural boundary, shaping how the land was cleared and eventually cultivated by those who arrived to build their lives. Merchants and professionals organize their days around the ebb and flow of the local economy, finding satisfaction in the deliberate, measured pace of their work. Even today, the legacy of this growth remains visible in the sturdy, well-maintained architecture that defines the residential streets.

Grosse Pointe maintains a distinct cultural character defined by a commitment to heritage and a deep appreciation for the natural beauty of its surroundings. The local landscape is punctuated by the presence of significant landmarks, while residents often gather for seasonal events that celebrate the unique rhythm of the calendar. Notable figures such as the renowned automotive pioneer Edsel Ford have left an indelible mark on the environment, influencing the aesthetic standards that continue to guide the development of the area. Beyond the immediate boundaries, the sight of Belle Isle resting five miles away on the water provides a constant point of reference for those who walk the shore. Whether one is visiting the quiet corners of the park or observing the distant activity near Fleming Channel, there is a sense of continuity that defines the identity of Grosse Pointe.

Nearby Outdoor Places

George Elworthy Park (Local Park) — 0.5 mi, 340° N
Grosse Pointe Theater (Theatre) — 0.5 mi, 066° NE
Matthew Patterson Park (Local Park) — 0.8 mi, 215° SW
Messmer (Local Recreation) — 1.0 mi, 327° NW
Balduck (Local Recreation) — 1.7 mi, 349° N
Alger Theater (Cinema) — 1.8 mi, 313° NW
Country Club of Detroit (Park) — 1.9 mi, 017° N
Coriander Dockside Patio (Attraction) — 2.1 mi, 210° SW
Cook Schoolhouse (Museum) — 3.2 mi, 001° N
Kayak Sandbar (Attraction) — 3.4 mi, 220° SW
Rope Swing (Attraction) — 3.4 mi, 222° SW
Lochmoor Country Club (Park) — 3.5 mi, 011° N
One World . . . Under Michigan Stars (Public Artwork) — 3.8 mi, 219° SW
Nature Megaphone (Attraction) — 3.8 mi, 224° SW
Pewabic Pottery exhibitions (Museum) — 3.9 mi, 245° SW
Reverend Samuel Francis Smith Flagpole (Monument) — 4.7 mi, 225° SW
James D. Standish Jr. House (Historic House / Palace) — 4.7 mi, 253° W
Major General Alpheus Starkey Williams (Monument) — 5.0 mi, 230° SW
James J. Brady Memorial (Monument) — 5.1 mi, 230° SW
Seafoam Palace of Arts and Amusements (Museum) — 5.7 mi, 246° SW
Belle Isle Sunset Point (Viewpoint) — 6.0 mi, 232° SW
The Players Theater (Theatre) — 6.0 mi, 240° SW
William V. Banks Broadcast Museum & Media Center (Museum) — 6.2 mi, 239° SW
Tricentennial State Park And Harbor (State Park) — 6.8 mi, 237° SW
Hamtramck Historical Museum (Museum) — 7.4 mi, 275° W
Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 15.2 mi, 229° SW · 13k acres
River Bend Township Park (State Park) — 18.1 mi, 339° N

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