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Sylvania Township Ohio Map

Explore Sylvania Township, 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 Sylvania Township, Ohio

How to Use This Sylvania Township, Ohio Map

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

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	Sylvania Township
State	Ohio (OH)
County	Lucas County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	41.710362
Longitude	-83.710212
Population	19,011
Density	1105.4 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	43560
Area Code	740
County Seat	Toledo
School District	Sylvania City School District

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About Sylvania Township, Ohio

Sylvania Township is a locality in Lucas County, Ohio, United States. It has a population of 19,011. The population density is 1105.4 people per km². Sylvania Township is located at 41.7104°N, 83.7102°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. Sylvania Township is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 43560.

Sylvania Township unfolds across a flat, fertile expanse where the horizon remains wide and unobstructed by significant peaks. It lies 2.5 miles southwest of Sylvania, OH (from Sylvania, OH: bearing 216°T), and is situated 9.8 miles west of Toledo. The landscape is defined by the steady, quiet presence of Tenmile Creek, which meanders through the terrain and anchors the local topography. To the west, the subtle rise of Sand Hill offers a modest elevation that breaks the otherwise consistent level of the plains. Residents often find that the light at dusk settles softly over the fields, casting long, amber shadows that give the earth a sense of profound stillness. Beyond the immediate boundaries, the vast Ottawa Lakebed serves as a reminder of the ancient geological shifts that shaped this region into a patchwork of productive soil and woodland.

Sylvania Township maintains a lineage rooted in the industrious spirit of the Midwest, transitioning from its early agricultural foundations into a modern residential and commercial hub. The local economy has evolved alongside the regional industrial belt, balancing the preservation of open space with the steady growth of suburban enterprise. Commerce here is characterized by a mix of service-oriented businesses and professional offices that support a stable, working population. The influence of the nearby Western Reserve remains evident in the orderly layout of the land and the pragmatic approach to civic development. Even as the economy shifts, the persistence of the local workforce ensures that the township remains a functional, self-reliant entity within the larger state.

Cultural life in Sylvania Township is marked by a communal dedication to accessible recreation and shared public spaces, most notably the well-traversed University/parks Trail. This path provides a vital connection for residents, encouraging a lifestyle that values outdoor movement and the simple observation of seasonal change. While the area avoids the clamor of major urban centers, it holds a distinct identity defined by its schools and the quiet pride of those who reside here. Notable individuals such as the investigative journalist Katie Couric have roots in the broader region, reflecting the area's capacity to foster individuals of significant public reach. Events throughout the year draw the populace together, reinforcing a social fabric that relies more on consistency and neighborly regard than on grand, fleeting spectacles.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Black Box Theatre (Theatre) — 0.2 mi, 007° N
Performing Arts Center (Theatre) — 0.2 mi, 012° N
Highland Meadows Country Club (Park) — 0.3 mi, 278° W
Harroun Park (Local Park) — 0.4 mi, 059° NE
Hudson Gallery (Gallery) — 0.5 mi, 041° NE
Fuller Art House (Gallery) — 0.6 mi, 039° NE
Olander Park (Local Park) — 0.9 mi, 177° S
Elk Memorial (Monument) — 0.9 mi, 048° NE
Veteran's Memorial Tower (Monument) — 1.0 mi, 056° NE
Camp Miakonda (Private Recreation) — 1.1 mi, 124° SE
Sylvania Country Club (Park) — 1.2 mi, 094° E
Devilbliss Boy Scout Reservation (Private Recreation) — 1.6 mi, 122° SE
University/parks Trail (Local Recreation) — 1.9 mi, 177° S
Fossil Park (Attraction) — 1.9 mi, 275° W
Sylvania Pacesetter Park (Local Recreation) — 2.2 mi, 268° W
Toledo - Toyohashi Sister Sities (Monument) — 3.5 mi, 146° SE
Light Source (Public Artwork) — 3.5 mi, 145° SE
KeyBank Discovery Theatre (Cinema) — 10.0 mi, 114° SE
Fort Miamis (Attraction) — 10.5 mi, 155° SE
Audubon Islands Nature Preserve (Nature Reserve) — 10.6 mi, 159° S
Western-most point on Lake Erie (Viewpoint) — 12.0 mi, 093° E
Swanton Caboose (Attraction) — 12.2 mi, 227° SW
Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 12.9 mi, 073° E · 13k acres
Maumee Bay State Park (State Park) — 16.1 mi, 095° E
Bear Statue (Attraction) — 17.7 mi, 006° N
Cedar Point National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 18.6 mi, 094° E · 7,798 acres
Lenawee County Historical Museum (Museum) — 21.2 mi, 308° NW
Library House Gallery (Gallery) — 22.1 mi, 202° S
Bowling Green Athletics Hall of Fame (Museum) — 23.6 mi, 169° S

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