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Locust North Carolina Map

Explore Locust, North Carolina, 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 Locust, North Carolina

How to Use This Locust, North Carolina Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Locust, North Carolina. 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 North Carolina 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 Locust.

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	Locust
State	North Carolina (NC)
County	Stanly County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	35.268811
Longitude	-80.436863
Population	4,537
Density	216.0 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	28097, 28107
Area Code	704, 980
County Seat	Albemarle
School District	Stanly County Schools

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About Locust, North Carolina

Locust is a locality in Stanly County, North Carolina, United States. It has a population of approximately 4,537. The population density is 216.0 people per km². Locust is located at 35.2688°N, 80.4369°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. Locust is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 28097, 28107.

Locust unfolds across the gentle, undulating ridges of the Piedmont, where the soil holds the deep red hue of the Carolina earth. It lies 13.5 miles southeast of Concord, NC (from Concord, NC: bearing 140°T), and is situated 10.0 miles west-southwest of Hills. The East Prong Rock Hole Creek carves a quiet, persistent path through the landscape, its waters feeding the surrounding woodlands that define the local terrain. Pharrs Lake rests a short distance away, reflecting the wide, open sky that hangs over the fields. The distant silhouette of the Appalachian Mountains occasionally haunts the western horizon, reminding observers of the vast reach of the continent. Within the borders of Locust, the City of Locust Open Space provides a sanctuary for native flora to thrive in the stillness of the afternoon.

Industry in Locust has evolved from the early patterns of agrarian labor toward a modern economy defined by steady, localized commerce. The rhythm of the work day is dictated by the movement of goods and the quiet hum of light manufacturing that supports the surrounding region. Generations of families have contributed to the stability of the area, grounding the economy in a commitment to regional self-reliance. While the broader state is recognized for its historical ties to textiles and tobacco, Locust maintains a focus on service and small-scale enterprise. The development of infrastructure has allowed the local markets to flourish without losing the deliberate, measured pace of life that defines the daily schedule.

Locust carries a cultural character shaped by the courteous traditions of the South, where neighborly respect remains a primary social currency. The City of Locust Open Space serves as a focal point for public gatherings, hosting events that bring residents together under the soft, golden light of the changing seasons. The local atmosphere is defined by a preference for private reflection and communal hospitality, far removed from the frantic energy of larger urban centers. While the region is often associated with the high-speed culture of NASCAR, the residents of Locust generally prioritize the quietude of their own surroundings. Life here moves with a steady, unforced grace, echoing the slow progression of the seasons across the Piedmont plains.

Nearby Outdoor Places

City of Locust - Locust Community Park (Local Recreation) — 0.7 mi, 106° E
City of Locust Open Space (Local Recreation) — 0.7 mi, 145° SE
Catawba Lands Conservancy - CAT Long Preserve (Conservation Area) — 2.2 mi, 242° SW
Barn Park (Local Park) — 2.5 mi, 163° S
Catawba Lands Conservancy - Pharr Family Preserve (Conservation Area) — 2.8 mi, 311° NW
Mecklenburg County Open Space (Local Park) — 11.2 mi, 259° W
Bull Statue (Public Artwork) — 11.5 mi, 284° W
HRHS Spirit Rock (Monument) — 11.6 mi, 284° W
Fallen Firefighters Memorial (Monument) — 12.6 mi, 321° NW
Fallen Police Officers Memorial (Monument) — 12.6 mi, 321° NW
Mint Hill Arts (Arts Centre) — 14.1 mi, 243° SW
Stanly County Museum (Museum) — 14.6 mi, 067° NE
Charlotte Motor Speedway (Viewpoint) — 15.0 mi, 292° W
Kids Jungle Playground (Theme Park) — 17.5 mi, 293° NW
Sea Life Aquarium (Aquarium) — 17.7 mi, 293° NW
American Signature Gallery (Gallery) — 17.8 mi, 276° W
Lucas Family Gristmill Site (Historic Ruins) — 18.3 mi, 248° W
Alcoa Game Land (State Conservation Area) — 18.7 mi, 035° NE
Stone Theatres Sun Valley 14 Cinemas (Cinema) — 19.1 mi, 218° SW
Morrow Mountain State Park (State Park) — 19.3 mi, 073° E
Fullwood Theatre (Theatre) — 19.4 mi, 236° SW
Matthews Playhouse (Theatre) — 19.4 mi, 236° SW
Charlotte Art League (Gallery) — 19.9 mi, 267° W
The Independent Picture House (Cinema) — 20.0 mi, 267° W
Morrow Mountain Native American Quarry Site (Historic Ruins) — 20.2 mi, 073° E
Union County Community Arts Council (Arts Centre) — 20.8 mi, 198° S
Uwharrie National Forest (National Forest) — 21.5 mi, 046° NE · 52k acres
Pee Dee National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 22.9 mi, 124° SE · 17k acres
Birkhead Mountains Wilderness (Wilderness Area) — 35.0 mi, 051° NE · 5,216 acres
Carolina Sandhills National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 42.4 mi, 168° S · 92k acres

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