Russells Point Ohio Map

About Russells Point, Ohio

Russells Point is a locality in Logan County, Ohio, United States. It has a population of approximately 1,398. The population density is 518.8 people per km². Russells Point is located at 40.4712°N, 83.8927°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 43348.

Russells Point sprawls lazily along the western edge of Indian Lake, a place where summer days stretch long and the air hums with the promise of cool water. It lies 21.8 miles south-south-east of Lima, OH (from Lima, OH: bearing 149°T), and is situated 8.1 miles east-north-east of Jackson Center. The landscape here is gentle, a soft embrace of rolling farmland giving way to the shimmering expanse of the lake, its shores dotted with the bright colors of cottages and the sturdy silhouettes of docks. Sunlight, especially in the late afternoon, has a buttery quality, slanting across the flat terrain and illuminating the dust motes dancing above the asphalt roads. The scent of freshly cut grass mingles with the faint, briny tang of the lake, a distinctive perfume for Russells Point. Trees, mostly maples and oaks, offer pockets of shade, their leaves rustling with a sound that seems to whisper forgotten secrets of the region. The history of Russells Point is intrinsically tied to the allure of Indian Lake itself, which was once a major reservoir before becoming a beloved summer destination. For generations, this lakeside community has thrived on the ebb and flow of seasonal visitors, its local economy historically powered by tourism, boat rentals, and the simple pleasures of lakeside living. The legacy of amusement parks and dance halls, though largely faded, still echoes in the faded paint of some older buildings and the enduring spirit of recreation that defines Russells Point. The land, once heavily agricultural, now finds its character shaped by the water, the rhythm of life dictated by the seasons and the dependable, if sometimes boisterous, energy of those seeking respite by the lake.

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This page provides an interactive Google map of Russells Point, Ohio with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Russells Point and Logan County.

Detailed location data for Russells Point includes the ZIP code (43348), telephone area code (614), county seat of Logan County (Bellefontaine), and school district assignment (Indian Lake Local School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Russells Point is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.