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Lawton Oklahoma Map

Explore Lawton, 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 Lawton, Oklahoma

How to Use This Lawton, Oklahoma Map

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

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

Latitude	34.619218
Longitude	-98.421106
Population	90,381
Density	428.1 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	73501, 73502, 73505, 73506, 73507
Area Code	405
County Seat	Lawton
School District	Lawton Public Schools

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About Lawton, Oklahoma

Lawton is a locality in Comanche County, Oklahoma, United States. It has a population of 90,381. The population density is 428.1 people per km². Lawton is located at 34.6192°N, 98.4211°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Lawton is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 73501, 73502, 73505.

Lawton emerges from the vast, red-earthed plains as a testament to the enduring character of the high-plains landscape. It lies 25.7 miles west-northwest of Duncan, OK (from Duncan, OK: bearing 287°T), and is situated 13.1 miles south-southwest of Elgin. Under the expansive sky, the terrain stretches toward the distant, rugged silhouette of Artillery Ridge, which anchors the horizon with its ancient, weathered stone. The air here holds a particular, dry clarity, especially as the sun begins its descent, casting long, bruised shadows across the flat expanse. Nearby, the quiet waters of Oknoname 031052 Reservoir mirror the shifting clouds, while the persistent, rhythmic flow of Numu Creek carves a subtle path through the soil. The land feels ancient and deliberate, a place where the wind carries the scent of dry grass and the lingering memory of the open prairie.

Lawton finds its origin in the pivotal transition of the late nineteenth century, emerging during the final great land openings of the American frontier. The area carries the profound weight of its heritage as part of the ancestral homelands of the Comanche, Kiowa, and Apache peoples, a history that remains woven into the local identity. Established in the wake of the lottery-style land run, Lawton was named for a distinguished military figure and quickly transformed from a tent city into a permanent fixture of the plains. This evolution from a frontier outpost into a structured municipality reflects the restless energy of the era, mirroring the broader historical currents that shaped the development of the Indian Territory into the state of Oklahoma.

Lawton sustains its rhythm through a blend of military presence, light manufacturing, and the essential services that support the surrounding agricultural expanse. The infrastructure is defined by the legacy of the Rock Island Depot, which once served as a vital nexus for trade and movement across the region. Higher education plays a significant role in the local vitality, with institutions like Cameron University fostering intellectual growth and providing a steady stream of skilled professionals to the regional workforce. The economy is characterized by a pragmatic resilience, drawing strength from the stability of federal operations and a diverse array of local enterprises that adapt to the seasonal cycles of the wheat harvest and the demands of the modern market.

Lawton cultivates a distinct cultural life that celebrates its unique intersection of military discipline and frontier heritage. The community gathers for annual events that honor the regional spirit, often centered around spaces like the Gore Median Park, which provides a modest, green respite in the midst of the urban grid. While professional sports remain a distant spectacle, the local passion for college athletics provides a cohesive social fabric, drawing neighbors together on crisp autumn evenings. Residents often speak with pride of notable figures such as the musician Leon Russell, whose influence resonates far beyond the local borders. Life here moves with a steady, unhurried cadence, defined by the quality of light at dusk and the quiet pride of a population that knows the value of the land beneath their feet.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Greer Park (Local Park) — 0.9 mi, 260° W
Cameron University Theater (Theatre) — 1.1 mi, 215° SW
Elmer Thomas Park (Local Park) — 1.2 mi, 090° E
The Forgotten War (Monument) — 1.7 mi, 089° E
Exchange Sheridan Theater (Cinema) — 2.6 mi, 359° N
United States Army Air Defense Artillery Museum (Museum) — 3.9 mi, 008° N
U.S. Army Artillery Museum (Museum) — 3.9 mi, 029° NE
Fort Sill (Museum) — 4.0 mi, 027° NE
The Branded bear (Gallery) — 8.8 mi, 329° NW
Red Door Gallery (Gallery) — 8.8 mi, 329° NW
Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 8.9 mi, 325° NW · 118k acres
Medicine Park Aquarium & Natural Sciences Center (Aquarium) — 9.0 mi, 326° NW
Quetone Overlook (Viewpoint) — 11.4 mi, 314° NW
Comanche Tribal Cultural Center (Arts Centre) — 13.0 mi, 270° W
Prairie Dog Town (Attraction) — 17.1 mi, 297° NW
Wichita Mountains Wilderness North Mountain Unit (Wilderness Area) — 18.0 mi, 309° NW · 9,786 acres
Post Oak Falls (Attraction) — 18.8 mi, 291° W
Great Plains State Park (State Park) — 31.7 mi, 289° W
Fort Cobb State Park (State Park) — 36.5 mi, 357° N
The Red River (Monument) — 36.5 mi, 191° S
Burkburnett (Boomtown USA) (Monument) — 36.5 mi, 191° S
Ramona Theatre (Theatre) — 37.5 mi, 245° SW
Chickasha Leg Lamp (Public Artwork) — 40.7 mi, 043° NE
Museum of North Texas History (Museum) — 49.0 mi, 185° S

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