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Kenton Ohio Map

Explore Kenton, 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 Kenton, Ohio

How to Use This Kenton, Ohio Map

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

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

Latitude	40.646998
Longitude	-83.609652
Population	7,947
Density	613.7 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	43326
Area Code	614
County Seat	Kenton
School District	Kenton City School District

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About Kenton, Ohio

Kenton is a locality in Hardin County, Ohio, United States. It has a population of approximately 7,947. The population density is 613.7 people per km². Kenton is located at 40.6470°N, 83.6097°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. Kenton is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 43326.

Kenton occupies a level expanse of fertile prairie land where the horizon feels vast and unencumbered by sudden shifts in elevation. It lies 21.3 miles north-northeast of Bellefontaine, OH (from Bellefontaine, OH: bearing 22°T), and is situated 14.0 miles southeast of Ada. The Scioto River meanders through the landscape, acting as a quiet artery that sustains the surrounding fields and provides a sense of continuity to the environment. Two miles away, the surface of Lake Idlewild captures the changing sky, its stillness reflecting the slow passage of clouds over the open plain. On exceptionally clear days, one might discern the faint, hazy outline of Bristol Ridge rising against the distant sky to the west. Residents often gather at Ball Park, which serves as a central point for community activity amidst the expansive greenery. The air here carries the scent of turned earth and ripening crops, marking the distinct transition of seasons across the flat, wide-open terrain.

Kenton emerged as a sturdy agricultural center, defined early on by the productivity of the surrounding soil and the necessity of regional trade. The local economy maintains a deep connection to these agrarian roots, though it has adapted over generations to include diverse manufacturing and industrial interests that keep the workforce engaged. Long-standing businesses stand as evidence of a persistent work ethic that values craftsmanship and reliability above fleeting trends. The downtown area retains a functional dignity, where brick facades bear the marks of decades spent serving the needs of the surrounding farm families. As the sun sets, the long shadows cast by industrial structures emphasize the town's commitment to steady, quiet productivity. This balance between the field and the factory defines the rhythm of life for those who call Kenton home.

Kenton preserves a cultural character shaped by the steady, deliberate pace of the Midwest, where neighbors rely on one another through the changing cycles of the year. Local events often center around the fairgrounds and community gatherings at Ball Park, which bring generations together to celebrate local heritage and seasonal harvests. Architecture in the older districts hints at a time when the town grew with optimism, featuring sturdy homes that have withstood many winters. While the pace of life remains measured, the influence of figures such as the pioneering aviator and inventor Glenn L. Martin, who was born here, serves as a reminder of the ambition that can emerge from quiet surroundings. The spirit of the place is found in the simple consistency of daily routines and the pride residents take in maintaining their shared environment. Whether during the heat of summer or the stark clarity of a winter morning, the town maintains a grounded identity that resists the rush of the outside world.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Ball Park (Local Recreation) — 0.2 mi, 195° S
Ce Wharton Memorial Park (Local Park) — 0.3 mi, 227° SW
Hardin County Fairgrounds (Local Recreation) — 1.0 mi, 179° S
Veteran's Memorial Park Golf Course (Park) — 1.7 mi, 096° E
Saulisberry Park (Local Park) — 1.7 mi, 210° SW
Wolf Creek Center for the Arts (Arts Centre) — 4.3 mi, 150° SE
Lawrence Woods Dedicated Nature Preserve (State Conservation Area) — 6.2 mi, 180° S
Killdeer Plains Wildlife Area (State Conservation Area) — 12.2 mi, 072° E
Elzay Gallery of Art (Gallery) — 14.0 mi, 306° NW
Indian Lake State Park (State Park) — 14.4 mi, 235° SW
Russell E. Wilke Auditorium (Theatre) — 16.0 mi, 017° N
Coach Rod Memorial (Monument) — 17.3 mi, 353° N
Ohio Historical Marker: The Village of Arlington (Monument) — 17.3 mi, 353° N
Logan County Historical Society Museum (Museum) — 21.1 mi, 201° S
Shortest Street in America (Attraction) — 21.3 mi, 202° S
Shannon Theater (Cinema) — 22.5 mi, 319° NW
Constellation Earth (Public Artwork) — 22.9 mi, 319° NW
Chief Tarhe Monument (Monument) — 23.3 mi, 050° NE
Marion County Steam Shovel (Attraction) — 25.7 mi, 096° E
Nickel Plate 779 (Attraction) — 25.9 mi, 284° W
Centre 71 (Cinema) — 26.3 mi, 103° E
Big Darby Cr SR (State Recreation Area) — 26.3 mi, 173° S
Findlay Art League (Arts Centre) — 27.1 mi, 355° N
Fisher/Wall Gallery (Gallery) — 27.2 mi, 355° N
Hester Powell Grimm Theatre (Theatre) — 28.1 mi, 355° N
Hancock Sports Hall of Fame (Museum) — 28.2 mi, 359° N
Dudley and Mary Marks Lea Art Gallery (Gallery) — 28.2 mi, 355° N
Alum Creek State Park (State Park) — 41.7 mi, 128° SE
Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 63.6 mi, 025° NE · 21k acres
Cedar Point National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 72.5 mi, 012° N · 7,798 acres

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