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Kingsford Michigan Map

Explore Kingsford, 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 Kingsford, Michigan

How to Use This Kingsford, Michigan Map

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

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	Kingsford
State	Michigan (MI)
County	Dickinson County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Central Time (America/Menominee)

Latitude	45.806438
Longitude	-88.100365
Population	5,139
Density	459.4 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	49802
Area Code	906
County Seat	Iron Mountain
School District	Breitung Township Schools

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About Kingsford, Michigan

Kingsford is a locality in Dickinson County, Michigan, United States. It has a population of approximately 5,139. The population density is 459.4 people per km². Kingsford is located at 45.8064°N, 88.1004°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Menominee) timezone. Kingsford is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 49802.

Kingsford emerges as a resilient settlement defined by the rugged character of the northern interior landscape. It lies 48.7 miles west of Escanaba, MI (from Escanaba, MI: bearing 274°T), and is situated 1.8 miles south of Iron Mountain. The terrain surrounding Kingsford features a tapestry of woodlands and firm earth, distant from any coastal influence. To the west, the flow of the Menominee River carves a steady path through the region, providing a rhythmic presence to the local geography. A short distance away, the quiet waters of Crystal Lake offer a reflective surface that captures the shifting colors of the changing seasons. The landscape rises toward Millie Hill, a prominent landmark that punctuates the horizon and serves as a constant point of orientation for those navigating the woods.

Kingsford owes much of its historical development to the industrial ambition that once defined the growth of the American Upper Peninsula. The local economy finds its roots in a heritage of manufacturing and resource management, reflecting the hard-won progress of earlier generations. While the pulse of industry has evolved, the spirit of the labor force remains deeply connected to the practical demands of the region. Residents maintain a steady pace, grounded by a long-standing tradition of self-reliance that persists in the workshops and businesses of the area. The proximity to the Iron Range State Forest continues to influence the regional identity, emphasizing a deep familiarity with the timber and mineral resources that shaped the early settlement.

Life in Kingsford is characterized by a deliberate, unhurried cadence that honors the natural beauty of the surrounding wilderness. Community spirit finds a focal point at Ford Park, where the daily routines of families and neighbors intersect under the wide, expansive sky. Visitors often seek out the active waters of Horse Race Rapids, where the sound of the current provides a constant, natural background to the stillness of the woods. The cultural character of the region is shaped by those who appreciate the quiet intensity of the northern climate and the stark clarity of the winter light. While many individuals have contributed to the local legacy, the town remains defined by the collective resilience of its people rather than the fame of any single figure.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Balzola Fields (Local Recreation) — 0.3 mi, 289° W
Lockheed T-33 Shooting Star (Attraction) — 1.0 mi, 300° NW
West Side Park (Local Recreation) — 1.1 mi, 063° NE
Unknown Park (Local Park) — 1.1 mi, 080° E
Menominee River Recreation Area (Local Park) — 1.3 mi, 168° S
Spread Eagle Barrens State Natural Area (State Conservation Area) — 1.5 mi, 269° W
Cornish Pump Museum (Museum) — 1.9 mi, 049° NE
Florence County Forest (Local Conservation Area) — 2.2 mi, 294° NW
Spread Eagle Barrens Natural Area (State Conservation Area) — 2.3 mi, 337° NW
Upper Peninsula Sports Hall of Fame (Museum) — 2.3 mi, 014° N
Gravity Hub (Attraction) — 2.9 mi, 070° E
House of Yesteryear Museum (Museum) — 4.2 mi, 091° E
Pine-Popple Wild Rivers (State Park) — 5.0 mi, 297° NW
Marinette County Forest (Local Conservation Area) — 5.4 mi, 158° S
Menominee River State Recreation Area (State Park) — 7.0 mi, 116° SE
Menominee River State Park & Recreation Area 2 (State Recreation Area) — 7.0 mi, 116° SE
Fourth Pier (Viewpoint) — 7.3 mi, 116° SE
Jake Menghini Museum (Museum) — 8.5 mi, 096° E
Steele Monument (Monument) — 11.1 mi, 098° E
Nicolet National Forest (National Forest) — 11.5 mi, 303° NW · 663k acres
Iron Mountain Iron Mine (Attraction) — 11.5 mi, 098° E
IXL Historical Museum (Museum) — 24.7 mi, 106° E
Wisconsin Slough State Natural Area (Nature Reserve) — 27.8 mi, 297° NW
Hoover Park Memorial (Monument) — 32.0 mi, 307° NW
St. Mary Catholic Church Commemorative Plaque (Monument) — 33.9 mi, 331° NW
Little Rice Wildlife Area (Nature Reserve) — 44.3 mi, 253° W
Burnt Rollways Boat Hoist (Attraction) — 50.5 mi, 277° W
Three Lakes Center for the Arts (Theatre) — 51.4 mi, 270° W
Fisherman Statue (Public Artwork) — 55.0 mi, 154° SE
Herbert L. Williams Theatre (Theatre) — 56.0 mi, 155° SE

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