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Idabel Oklahoma Map

Explore Idabel, Oklahoma, 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 Idabel, Oklahoma

How to Use This Idabel, Oklahoma Map

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

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	Idabel
State	Oklahoma (OK)
County	McCurtain County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Central Time (America/Chicago)

Latitude	33.907406
Longitude	-94.822174
Population	6,961
Density	161.6 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	74745
Area Code	918
County Seat	Idabel
School District	Idabel Public Schools

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About Idabel, Oklahoma

Idabel is a locality in McCurtain County, Oklahoma, United States. It has a population of approximately 6,961. The population density is 161.6 people per km². Idabel is located at 33.9074°N, 94.8222°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Idabel is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 74745.

Idabel occupies a quiet expanse of southeastern Oklahoma where the horizon stretches wide across the plains. It lies 44.9 miles east-northeast of Paris, TX (from Paris, TX: bearing 69°T), and is situated 10.5 miles south-southwest of Broken Bow. The landscape surrounding Idabel is defined by the steady, modest flow of Salt Creek and the quiet depths of Oknoname 089010 Reservoir, both situated within a short distance of the center. To the north, the distant outline of Devils Backbone offers a rugged contrast to the more immediate, gentle terrain. The nearby Little River National Wildlife Refuge serves as a sanctuary for local flora and fauna, preserving a fragment of the region's untamed character. Further out, the gentle topography shifts toward the subtle, open expanses of Whitegrass Flats, grounding the area in a sense of immense, quiet space.

Idabel emerged from the deep history of the Choctaw Nation, maintaining a character shaped by the legacy of the land and the resilience of those who settled here. The economy historically found its footing in the abundance of the surrounding forests and the productivity of the soil, fostering a culture centered on timber and agriculture. Idabel remains a place where the rhythm of the work day is dictated by these foundational industries, reflecting a tradition of labor that has persisted for generations. Modern commerce continues to respect these roots, balancing the needs of the current population with the practical demands of the rural economy. The red dirt of the region carries the memory of early development, reminding residents of the steady, incremental growth that defined the region's path forward.

Cultural life in Idabel is defined by a deep-seated appreciation for community and the preservation of shared traditions. The town serves as a hub for local gatherings, where the quality of light at dusk often casts a golden, reflective glow over the streets and public squares. Visitors and residents alike find points of interest in the local architecture and the quietude of the public spaces that anchor daily life. While the pace remains deliberate, Idabel has been shaped by individuals who made their mark on the wider world, such as the accomplished author Ralph Ellison, who was born in the area. These cultural markers, combined with the unpretentious nature of the residents, create a distinct identity that feels both enduring and authentic.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Museum of the Red River (Museum) — 1.9 mi, 176° S
Little River National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 2.2 mi, 026° NE · 28k acres
Ouachita National Forest (National Forest) — 4.8 mi, 098° E · 1.8M acres
Broken Bow Youth Complex (Local Recreation) — 8.2 mi, 028° NE
Grassy Slough Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 8.3 mi, 156° SE
Whitegrass Flats Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 11.4 mi, 271° W
Beavers Bend State Resort Park (State Park) — 16.4 mi, 022° N
Arnold E. A. Roitsch Archeological Site (Monument) — 16.7 mi, 269° W
Tuggle Springs Cemetery (Monument) — 17.7 mi, 245° SW
Hochatown State Park (State Park) — 17.9 mi, 015° N
Near Here at the Old Jonesboro Crossing Sam Houston (Monument) — 18.1 mi, 273° W
Jet Boat Joe's (Attraction) — 18.2 mi, 012° N
Broken Bow Lake (Recreation Area) — 18.3 mi, 016° N
Old Jail Museum (Museum) — 24.3 mi, 213° SW
Pond Creek National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 24.8 mi, 091° E · 55k acres
Foreman Memorial Stadium (Stadium) — 28.2 mi, 119° SE
Robert Wells’ Chain Sculptures (Public Artwork) — 36.3 mi, 050° NE
Hugo Wildlife Management Area (Nature Reserve) — 37.3 mi, 296° NW
Elk Meadow Game Ranch (Attraction) — 37.7 mi, 159° S
Oklahoma Awesome Adventures (Attraction) — 38.3 mi, 281° W
3 Bostons Museum (Museum) — 38.7 mi, 143° SE
Waterfowl Refuge (Nature Reserve) — 39.5 mi, 295° NW
Eiffel Tower (Attraction) — 44.3 mi, 246° SW
Goat's Bluff Overlook (Viewpoint) — 45.7 mi, 055° NE
Lamar County Historical Museum (Museum) — 46.0 mi, 248° W
Valley of the Caddo Museum and Cultural Center (Museum) — 46.1 mi, 248° W
Caney Creek Wilderness (Wilderness Area) — 50.4 mi, 048° NE · 14k acres
Winding Stair Mountain National Recreation Area (National Recreation Area) — 52.1 mi, 011° N · 27k acres
Old Potter School (Historic Ruins) — 53.4 mi, 033° NE
Upper Kiamichi River Wilderness (Wilderness Area) — 53.5 mi, 013° N · 11k acres

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