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Mesquite Nevada Map

Explore Mesquite, Nevada, 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 Mesquite, Nevada

How to Use This Mesquite, Nevada Map

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

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.

CityMesquite
StateNevada (NV)
CountyClark County
CountryUnited States of America
TimezonePacific Time (America/Los_Angeles)
Latitude36.81112
Longitude-114.125652
Population20,471
Density248.8 /km²
IncorporatedYes
ZIP Codes89027, 89034, 89024
Area Code702, 725
County SeatLas Vegas
School DistrictClark County School District

About Mesquite, Nevada

Mesquite is a locality in Clark County, Nevada, United States. It has a population of 20,471. The population density is 248.8 people per km². Mesquite is located at 36.8111°N, 114.1257°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. Mesquite is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 89027, 89034, 89024.

Mesquite occupies a sun-drenched expanse of the high desert where the arid earth meets the vast, clear sky. It lies 34.1 miles southwest of St. George, UT (from St. George, UT: bearing 234°T), and is situated 33.0 miles southwest of Ivins. The landscape is defined by the Town Wash, which carves a path through the terrain as a persistent reminder of the water’s ancient influence on the dry soil. Beyond the immediate reach of the town, the silhouette of Flat Top Mesa rises with a quiet, imposing authority against the horizon. The surrounding environment remains shaped by the harsh, beautiful austerity of a land where rainfall is infrequent and the air carries a distinct, sharp clarity. Mesquite sits within the boundaries of the Mesquite Community Center, a protected space that anchors the local geography. To the distance, the rugged terrain of Elbow Canyon suggests the complex geological history that characterizes this part of the state.

Pioneer families first sought to cultivate this demanding soil, finding that the desert could yield sustenance through persistent irrigation and hard labor. Mesquite grew from these early agricultural roots, eventually shifting its economic focus toward the hospitality and recreation industries that currently drive the local pulse. The steady rhythm of daily life is supported by a mix of service-oriented businesses and a commitment to maintaining the infrastructure necessary for a growing population. While the regional economy remains tied to the broader fluctuations of the Great Basin, the local workforce maintains a resilience forged by the singular demands of desert life. Developers and residents alike continue to balance the preservation of the open, dusty plains with the practical needs of modern commerce. Mesquite functions as a vital waypoint for travelers navigating the long, lonely highways that connect the sparse settlements of the region.

Cultural identity in Mesquite is marked by a blend of quiet self-reliance and an appreciation for the social connections that thrive in a small, remote population. Life is often punctuated by community gatherings at the Mesquite Community Center, which serves as a central hub for civic engagement and local celebration. The golden light of dusk frequently settles over the rooftops, casting long, soft shadows that briefly soften the stark textures of the desert floor. Although it lacks the dense, frantic energy of larger urban centers, the locality offers a sense of place that is both deliberate and grounded. Residents frequently look toward the distant waters of Lake Mead for recreation, maintaining a connection to the larger regional landscape. While the town remains modest in its scale, the resilience of those who call it home provides a steady, enduring character that defines the spirit of the high desert.

Nearby Outdoor Places

  • Mesquite Sports & Evnet Complex (Local Park) — 0.8 mi, 343° N
  • Mormon Mesa Area of Critical Environmental Concern (Area of Critical Environmental Concern) — 3.1 mi, 316° NW
  • Mesquite Community Theatre (Theatre) — 3.2 mi, 096° E
  • Gold Butte Part A Area of Critical Environmental Concern (Area of Critical Environmental Concern) — 3.5 mi, 150° SE
  • State Trust Land (State Resource Management Area) — 4.2 mi, 092° E
  • Gold Butte National Monument (National Monument) — 9.8 mi, 157° SE · 297k acres
  • Paiute (North) Wilderness Area (Wilderness Area) — 10.9 mi, 095° E · 52k acres
  • Grand Canyon-Parashant National Monument (National Monument) — 12.4 mi, 160° S · 1.0M acres
  • Arizona, Nevada, Utah Tri-state Monument (Monument) — 13.7 mi, 018° N
  • Mormon Mountains Wilderness Area (Wilderness Area) — 14.1 mi, 294° NW · 157k acres
  • Whitney Pocket Day-Use Parking (Attraction) — 19.9 mi, 182° S
  • Whitney Pocket Arch (Attraction) — 20.0 mi, 183° S
  • Neapolitan Arch (Attraction) — 20.1 mi, 183° S
  • Whitney Pocket Overlook (Viewpoint) — 20.1 mi, 184° S
  • Devils Fire (Attraction) — 25.8 mi, 190° S
  • Overton Wildlife Management Area (Nature Reserve) — 26.3 mi, 219° SW
  • The Professionals 1966 movie site (Historic Ruins) — 32.1 mi, 225° SW
  • Captain John J Clark Memorial Monument (Monument) — 32.8 mi, 216° SW
  • Walt Ray Memorial (Monument) — 33.2 mi, 338° N
  • Warm Springs Natural Area (Nature Reserve) — 33.3 mi, 258° W

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About This Mesquite Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Mesquite, Nevada. Coordinates: 36.81112, -114.125652. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.

Detailed location data for Mesquite includes the ZIP code (89027, 89034, 89024), telephone area code (702, 725), county seat of Clark County (Las Vegas), and school district assignment (Clark County School District).

Search Maps opens a second, independent map. It searches OpenStreetMap for any US town, county or landmark by name; offers USGS topographic maps and USGS aerial imagery as base layers; overlays a labelled U.S. National Grid (USNG) so the map can be read like a printed topographic quad; measures distance and grid, true and magnetic bearings between any two points; and takes a single GPS fix reporting your position as a USNG grid reference and as latitude and longitude. Map tiles require cell coverage, but a GPS position does not, so the coordinates remain correct even where the map cannot load.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.

Page generatedSeptember 2026
Location dataSimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data
Map layersGoogle Maps; © OpenStreetMap contributors; USGS The National Map topographic and aerial imagery (public domain); magnetic declination from NOAA NCEI (World Magnetic Model)
Wikipedia validationArticle content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API.