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Purcell Oklahoma Map

Explore Purcell, 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 Purcell, Oklahoma

How to Use This Purcell, Oklahoma Map

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

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

Latitude	35.02366
Longitude	-97.373675
Population	6,651
Density	169.0 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	73080, 73095
Area Code	405, 572
County Seat	Purcell
School District	Purcell Public Schools

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About Purcell, Oklahoma

Purcell is a locality in McClain County, Oklahoma, United States. It has a population of approximately 6,651. The population density is 169.0 people per km². Purcell is located at 35.0237°N, 97.3737°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Purcell is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 73080, 73095.

Purcell anchors the vast, red-dirt expanse of the plains, defined primarily by the slow, meandering path of the Canadian River that cuts through the landscape. It lies 15.1 miles south-southeast of Norman, OK (from Norman, OK: bearing 163°T), and is situated 8.9 miles south-southeast of Noble. The earth here carries the enduring memory of the Indian Territory, where the horizon stretches wide and flat under a sky that shifts from pale turquoise to a deep, bruised violet as the sun descends. Purcell Lake lies just two miles away, providing a quiet mirror for the clouds and the hawks that circle above the prairie grasses. To the south, the distant silhouette of Fort Hill rises against the sky, serving as a subtle reminder of the geological variety hidden within the broader, open plains. The air possesses a clean, sharp quality, carrying the scent of dry soil and the faint, dusty promise of approaching storms.

Purcell emerged from the expansion of the rail lines, becoming a vital junction where the movement of goods and people dictated the rhythm of daily life. The economy remains tethered to the land and the industry of the region, echoing the persistence of early settlers who looked to agriculture and the development of energy resources to build a future. Oil-derrick country surrounds the periphery, marking the landscape with the stark, skeletal silhouettes of pumps that have long contributed to the regional financial stability. The town functions with a steady, pragmatic focus, prioritizing the trade and commerce that keep its central corridors active throughout the week. Residents move with a deliberate pace, respecting the heritage of an economy that has always required a sturdy constitution and an appreciation for hard, honest labor.

Cultural expression in Purcell finds its grounding in local gatherings at the Veterans Memorial, a space that serves as a quiet center for community remembrance and civic pride. The spirit of the area is shaped by a blend of histories, reflecting the diverse lineages that define Oklahoma and the shared experiences of those who have made a home on the plains. While many individuals have contributed to the local fabric, the town is perhaps best recognized as the birthplace of the legendary football coach Bud Wilkinson, whose influence on the sport remains a significant point of pride for many residents. Events held throughout the seasons draw people together, fostering a sense of continuity that bridges the gap between the past and the present. Life in Purcell maintains a grounded character, where the focus remains on the strength of the community and the simple beauty of the land that sustains it.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Sharp Memorial Park (Local Park) — 0.7 mi, 090° E
Mccurdy Park (Local Park) — 0.7 mi, 157° SE
Lions Park (Local Recreation) — 0.8 mi, 101° E
Lexington Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 7.2 mi, 083° E
Kenneth L. King Park (Local Recreation) — 7.2 mi, 355° N
Bear Stadium (Stadium) — 8.5 mi, 001° N
Noble Auditorium (Theatre) — 8.6 mi, 360° N
Oliver's Woods (State Conservation Area) — 11.3 mi, 339° N
Lake Thunderbird State Park (State Park) — 12.2 mi, 011° N
Cleveland County Veteran's Memorial (Monument) — 12.3 mi, 342° N
Buffalo Statue (Public Artwork) — 12.6 mi, 340° N
Brandt Park Commemoration Stone (Monument) — 13.0 mi, 344° N
Henderson-Tolson Cultural Center (Arts Centre) — 13.0 mi, 342° N
Sam Bradford statue (Monument) — 13.1 mi, 343° N
The Depot (Arts Centre) — 14.1 mi, 344° N
Griffin Memorial (State Park) — 14.7 mi, 349° N
Sutton Wilderness (State Recreation Area) — 15.2 mi, 349° N
Mustang Mosaics (Gallery) — 30.5 mi, 324° NW
Oklahoma River Cruises (Attraction) — 30.9 mi, 346° N
Wheeler Ferris Wheel (Attraction) — 31.0 mi, 343° N
Centennial Land Run Monument (Attraction) — 31.1 mi, 346° N
Oklahoma National Stockyard (Attraction) — 31.5 mi, 341° N
American Banjo Museum (Museum) — 31.6 mi, 346° N
Devon Energy Center Rotunda (Viewpoint) — 31.7 mi, 345° N
Red Earth (Museum) — 31.7 mi, 346° N
Oklahoma Film Exchange (OKX) (Cinema) — 31.8 mi, 345° N
By His Hands Mini Farm (Zoo / Wildlife Park) — 31.9 mi, 353° N
Chickasaw National Recreation Area (National Recreation Area) — 40.7 mi, 151° SE · 15k acres
Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 67.4 mi, 253° W · 118k acres
Wichita Mountains Wilderness North Mountain Unit (Wilderness Area) — 74.9 mi, 259° W · 9,786 acres

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