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Chillicothe Ohio Map

Explore Chillicothe, Ohio, 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 Chillicothe, Ohio

How to Use This Chillicothe, Ohio Map

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

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	Chillicothe
State	Ohio (OH)
County	Ross County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	39.340502
Longitude	-82.996102
Population	22,059
Density	811.1 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	45601
Area Code	937
County Seat	Chillicothe
School District	Chillicothe City School District

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About Chillicothe, Ohio

Chillicothe is a locality in Ross County, Ohio, United States. It has a population of 22,059. The population density is 811.1 people per km². Chillicothe is located at 39.3405°N, 82.9961°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. Chillicothe is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 45601.

Chillicothe anchors itself firmly within the verdant interior of the Ohio landscape, characterized by a persistent and quiet dignity. It lies 18.6 miles south of Circleville, OH (from Circleville, OH: bearing 186°T), and is situated 14.3 miles north of Waverly. The Scioto River glides past the western edge of the municipality, shaping the alluvial plains that define the local horizon. To the east, the terrain rises toward the distant, hazy silhouette of Spruce Hill, providing a constant topographical reference for those who traverse the region. Visitors often find the light at dusk particularly arresting as it settles over the expansive flora of Yoctangee Park, casting long, amber shadows across the open grass. Just beyond the immediate periphery, the dense, quiet greenery of Scioto Trail State Forest offers a stark contrast to the managed spaces of the urban center. Nearby, the waters of Lake Ellensmere remain a serene presence, reflecting the shifting moods of the sky in a landscape defined by its deep, inland stillness.

Chillicothe carries the gravity of being the first capital of its state, a legacy that continues to inform the architecture and civic layout of the downtown core. The local economy finds its footing in a blend of manufacturing and paper production, industries that have long provided a steady pulse for the labor force. Generations of families have contributed to this industrial identity, grounding the economy in a tangible, productive reality that defies the whims of more volatile sectors. Further removed from the center, the quiet depth of Moss Hollow reminds residents of the natural resources that once dictated the pace of regional trade and expansion. The town maintains a measured, industrious character, favoring the reliability of its traditional industries over the rapid, often transient, shifts of modern commerce. This resilience remains a defining feature of the local spirit, preserving a sense of continuity that is increasingly rare in the contemporary world.

Cultural life in Chillicothe is defined by its deep respect for heritage and the enduring influence of those who shaped its identity. The annual reenactment of "Tecumseh!" serves as a significant touchstone for the area, drawing audiences to witness a dramatic interpretation of the Shawnee leader’s life amidst the natural surroundings. Among the notable figures associated with the broader historical narrative of the region, the pioneering detective Allan Pinkerton famously began his career here, leaving an indelible mark on the lore of the town. Yoctangee Park functions as the primary social stage, where the rhythm of everyday life slows to accommodate community gatherings and quiet reflection. The architecture of the older districts speaks to a time of deliberate craftsmanship, with brick facades and intricate stonework standing in defiance of the elements. Residents move through these spaces with an easy familiarity, honoring the intersection of historical weight and the simple, unadorned beauty of the current day.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Southern District State Forest (State Conservation Area) — 0.2 mi, 058° NE
Story Mound State Memorial (State Park) — 0.2 mi, 301° NW
Yoctangee Park (Local Park) — 0.5 mi, 076° E
Chillicothe Country Club (Park) — 0.5 mi, 256° W
Dard Hunter (Monument) — 0.7 mi, 156° SE
Carlisle Hill Star (Public Artwork) — 0.7 mi, 154° SE
Carlisle Hill Overlook (Viewpoint) — 0.7 mi, 154° SE
Camp Sherman Memorial Park (Local Park) — 0.9 mi, 347° N
Adena State Memorial (State Park) — 0.9 mi, 321° NW
Running Fox Golf Course (Park) — 0.9 mi, 010° N
Mighty Children's Museum (Museum) — 1.0 mi, 126° SE
The Grove (Attraction) — 1.3 mi, 313° NW
Adena Mansion & Gardens Historic Site (Attraction) — 1.4 mi, 310° NW
Mary Lou Patton Park (Local Recreation) — 2.3 mi, 110° E
Tri-County Triangle Trail / Paint Creek Recreational Trail (Local Recreation) — 3.0 mi, 283° W
Pleasant Valley Wildlife Area (State Conservation Area) — 3.0 mi, 325° NW
Homestead Ruins (Historic Ruins) — 3.6 mi, 264° W
Natural Bathtub (Attraction) — 3.7 mi, 262° W
Hopewell Mounds -- small mound (Historic Ruins) — 5.1 mi, 286° W
Sugarloaf Mountain Amphitheatre (Attraction) — 5.3 mi, 040° NE
Scioto Trail State Forest (State Recreation Area) — 5.4 mi, 152° SE
Frankfort Museum (Museum) — 10.7 mi, 294° NW
A W Marion Memorial (Monument) — 20.7 mi, 016° N
Soldiers’ Monument (Monument) — 20.8 mi, 273° W
Wayne National Forest (National Forest) — 21.2 mi, 095° E · 243k acres
Ohio’s Small Town Museum (Museum) — 25.9 mi, 005° N
Fayette County Museum (Museum) — 27.1 mi, 301° NW
Stroth-Rader Habitat Conservation Area (Nature Reserve) — 29.1 mi, 119° SE
Baker Swamp State Nature Preserve (Nature Reserve) — 33.6 mi, 143° SE
Sabina Historical Society (Museum) — 35.7 mi, 287° W

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