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Detroit Lakes Minnesota Map

Explore Detroit Lakes, Minnesota, 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 Detroit Lakes, Minnesota

How to Use This Detroit Lakes, Minnesota Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Detroit Lakes, Minnesota. 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 Minnesota 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 Detroit Lakes.

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	Detroit Lakes
State	Minnesota (MN)
County	Becker County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Central Time (America/Chicago)

Latitude	46.806633
Longitude	-95.844835
Population	9,869
Density	342.7 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	56501, 56502
Area Code	320
County Seat	Detroit Lakes
School District	Detroit Lakes Public School District

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About Detroit Lakes, Minnesota

Detroit Lakes is a locality in Becker County, Minnesota, United States. It has a population of approximately 9,869. The population density is 342.7 people per km². Detroit Lakes is located at 46.8066°N, 95.8448°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Detroit Lakes is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 56501, 56502.

Detroit Lakes emerges from the transition between the expansive prairie and the dense, northern woodlands, defined by the quiet interplay of earth and water. It lies 38.5 miles north-northeast of Fergus Falls, MN (from Fergus Falls, MN: bearing 17°T), and is situated 20.1 miles northwest of Perham.

The terrain around Detroit Lakes is shaped by the glacial legacy of the region, creating a landscape of gentle ridges and fertile hollows. Detroit Lake sits near the center of the local geography, its waters reflecting the expansive sky and the shifting moods of the northern seasons. The Pelican River winds through the lower elevations, providing a steady pulse to the surrounding fields and meadows. To the north, Detroit Mountain rises above the plains, offering an elevated perspective of the horizon where the land flattens toward the distant, rolling edges of the prairie. Residents often find refuge in the quiet expanse of Lyle Crovisier Memorial Park, a space where the native grasses and timber suggest the wilder character of the territory.

History in Detroit Lakes is written in the movement of people across the interior, from the early indigenous presence to the arrival of those who saw the potential for agriculture and trade. The regional economy leans into the rhythm of the seasons, balancing a deep-rooted agricultural tradition with a service sector that supports the influx of summer visitors. Grain silos and local businesses form the backbone of the commercial district, grounding the economy in the production and stewardship of the surrounding soil. Small-scale manufacturing and timber-related industries continue to play a role in the livelihood of the people here, reflecting a practical approach to life in the North Woods. The daily pace is dictated by the transition from the long, deep winters to the brief, vibrant growing cycles that define the Midwestern work ethic.

Cultural life in Detroit Lakes carries the influence of Scandinavian and Ojibwe heritage, a subtle blend that informs the social texture of the region. The community gathers for events that mark the calendar, celebrating the changing light and the camaraderie of the long nights. Notable landmarks dot the streets, serving as gathering points for those who appreciate the quiet endurance of local architecture. While many contribute to the spirit of the place, the actor Peter Graves remains one of the most recognizable figures to have emerged from the broader region, his presence a point of pride for many residents. The character of Detroit Lakes is defined by this steady, unpretentious resilience, where the vastness of the plains meets the intimate scale of the northern woods.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Washington Park (Local Park) — locality lies within
Alexa's Elixir (Public Artwork) — 0.0 mi, 330° NW
Detroit Lakes Sports Arena (Stadium) — 0.5 mi, 280° W
Snappy Fields (Local Recreation) — 0.7 mi, 273° W
Young at Art Co (Gallery) — 0.8 mi, 354° N
Odyssey Cinemas Washington Square 7 (Cinema) — 0.8 mi, 355° N
Veterans Monument (Monument) — 0.8 mi, 360° N
Detroit Lakes Industrial Park (Monument) — 0.8 mi, 044° NE
Lyle Crovisier Memorial Park (Local Park) — 1.2 mi, 006° N
Detroit Lakes Headquarters State Aquatic Management Area (Becker) (State Conservation Area) — 2.0 mi, 234° SW
Frank State Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 2.6 mi, 026° NE
Becker County Waterfowl Production Area (Resource Management Area) — 2.8 mi, 360° N
Upstream Succer Creek (Local Conservation Area) — 3.2 mi, 134° SE
Miscellaneous (State Resource Management Area) — 5.5 mi, 161° S
Hamden Slough National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 6.5 mi, 315° NW · 6,818 acres
Trowbridge Creek Zoo (Zoo / Wildlife Park) — 7.7 mi, 183° S
Tamarac National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 9.7 mi, 041° NE · 86k acres
Height of Land (Monument) — 10.8 mi, 076° E
Tamarac National Wildlife Refuge Wilderness Area (Wilderness Area) — 11.2 mi, 044° NE · 2,148 acres
Maplewood State Park (State Park) — 18.5 mi, 191° S
Western Minnesota Steam Threshers Reunion (Attraction) — 19.0 mi, 257° W
ITOW Veterans Museum (Museum) — 19.0 mi, 139° SE
Hallaway's Hill (Viewpoint) — 19.3 mi, 200° S
Viking Sword Museum (Museum) — 27.2 mi, 314° NW
Fire Museum (Museum) — 29.3 mi, 249° W
Cultural Center (Museum) — 29.8 mi, 132° SE
Finn Creek Museum (Museum) — 34.4 mi, 135° SE
Broken Down Dam (Historic Ruins) — 36.6 mi, 193° S
Art of the Lakes (Gallery) — 36.8 mi, 170° S
Captain Black's Cabin (Historic Ruins) — 39.1 mi, 128° SE

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