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Forest Grove Oregon Map

Explore Forest Grove, Oregon, 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 Forest Grove, Oregon

How to Use This Forest Grove, Oregon Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Forest Grove, Oregon. 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 Oregon 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 Forest Grove.

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	Forest Grove
State	Oregon (OR)
County	Washington County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles)

Latitude	45.519836
Longitude	-123.110663
Population	26,225
Density	1735.6 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	97116
Area Code	503, 971
County Seat	Hillsboro
School District	Forest Grove School District 15

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About Forest Grove, Oregon

Forest Grove is a locality in Washington County, Oregon, United States. It has a population of 26,225. The population density is 1735.6 people per km². Forest Grove is located at 45.5198°N, 123.1107°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. Forest Grove is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 97116.

Forest Grove exists as a quiet confluence of fertile soil and temperate climate, defined by the steady, unpretentious geography of the inland plains. It lies 2.5 miles west of Cornelius, OR (from Cornelius, OR: bearing 270°T), and is situated 5.9 miles west of Hillsboro. The land around Forest Grove stretches toward the horizon with a subtle grace, marked by the nearby Van Loo Reservoir and the persistent, life-giving flow of Gales Creek. To the west, the distant silhouette of the Coast Range anchors the landscape, while the proximity of the lush Tillamook State Forest provides a dark, verdant boundary to the regional terrain. Travelers often notice how the light catches the low-lying mist in Scoggins Valley during the early morning hours, creating a sense of stillness that persists throughout the day. Beyond these borders, the earth remains productive and firm, supporting a landscape that favors deep greens and the seasonal transitions of the valley floor.

Forest Grove emerged from the intersection of agricultural ambition and academic intent, establishing a rhythm that has persisted through generations of growth. The local economy maintains a steady pulse, moving from the early labor of timber and milling toward a contemporary focus on specialized manufacturing and the refinement of regional viticulture. Orchards and fields occupy the surrounding acreage, reflecting a history deeply tied to the cultivation of the soil and the careful management of natural resources. Small-scale industry and the logistical demands of a modern workforce now share space with the town’s enduring agricultural roots. This economic stability allows Forest Grove to maintain a deliberate pace, where the exchange of goods and services is conducted with a focus on long-term sustainability rather than rapid, fleeting expansion.

Academic life defines the social and intellectual character of Forest Grove, primarily through the presence of Pacific University, which serves as a central pillar for the regional identity. The campus grounds offer a historic architectural anchor, while the surrounding streets reflect a community that values the intersection of scholarly pursuit and civic engagement. Local events frequently draw residents into the open air, celebrating the seasonal shifts of the valley with a quiet, communal pride. While Forest Grove remains modest in its public profile, it has been home to notable figures such as the author Ursula K. Le Guin, whose work often echoed the profound sense of place found within this corner of the world. Visitors seeking a specific touch of natural beauty may venture toward Little Lee Falls, where the water marks the passage of time against the backdrop of the rugged, inland wilderness.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Star Theatre (Arts Centre) — 0.0 mi, 207° SW
Pacific University (Private Recreation) — 0.0 mi, 360° N
Valley Art Gallery (Gallery) — 0.1 mi, 290° W
Rogers Park (Local Park) — 0.4 mi, 124° SE
B Street Trail Trailhead (Local Park) — 0.4 mi, 200° S
Lincoln Park (Local Recreation) — 0.4 mi, 000° N
Tom McCall Middle School (Local Recreation) — 0.5 mi, 280° W
Private Privately-owned open space or common area (Private Recreation) — 0.9 mi, 111° E
North Carpenter Creek Natural Area (Local Conservation Area) — 1.1 mi, 179° S
Fernhill Wetlands (Local Conservation Area) — 1.1 mi, 120° SE
Grand Lodge Theater (Cinema) — 1.2 mi, 084° E
Tualatin River (Wild & Scenic River) — 1.5 mi, 158° S · 21k acres
Wapato Lake National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 5.3 mi, 187° S · 1,844 acres
Food Is Our Common Ground (Public Artwork) — 6.0 mi, 087° E
JB Thomas Memorial (Monument) — 6.3 mi, 087° E
Glencoe Memorial (Monument) — 6.7 mi, 057° NE
Joseph L. Meek Oregon History Marker (Monument) — 7.9 mi, 059° NE
HF3 Auditorium (Theatre) — 8.8 mi, 084° E
Genentech (Theatre) — 9.0 mi, 075° E
Pirate Ship (Attraction) — 10.6 mi, 058° NE
Treehouse (Attraction) — 10.6 mi, 058° NE
Molly's Castle (Attraction) — 10.6 mi, 058° NE
Roloff Farm (Attraction) — 10.6 mi, 059° NE
Portland Goat Parties (Zoo / Wildlife Park) — 11.1 mi, 150° SE
Valley View School (Historic Ruins) — 12.3 mi, 175° S
Wunderland (Cinema) — 12.5 mi, 085° E
Helzer Gallery (Gallery) — 12.5 mi, 075° E
Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 13.0 mi, 127° SE · 2,706 acres
Overlook (Viewpoint) — 14.0 mi, 105° E
Nehalem River (Wild & Scenic River) — 16.3 mi, 329° NW · 37k acres

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