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Wilkes Barre Pennsylvania Map

Explore Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania, 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 Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania

How to Use This Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania. 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 Pennsylvania 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 Wilkes Barre.

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	Wilkes Barre
State	Pennsylvania (PA)
County	Luzerne County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	41.245915
Longitude	-75.881308
Population	40,445
Density	1800.0 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Codes	18701, 18702, 18703, 18705, 18706
Area Code	215, 223, 267, 272, 412, 445, 484, 570, 582, 610, 717, 724, 814, 835, 878
County Seat	Wilkes-Barre

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About Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania

Wilkes Barre is a locality in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, United States. It has a population of 40,445. The population density is 1800.0 people per km². Wilkes Barre is located at 41.2459°N, 75.8813°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP codes: 18701, 18702, 18703.

Wilkes Barre commands a central position where the Susquehanna River carves a deliberate path through the landscape. This inland expanse of the Wyoming Valley holds a quiet stillness, defined by the broad, steady flow of the river that has long shaped the surrounding earth. Only a few miles away, the waters of Meadow Run Lake offer a reflective contrast to the moving current, while the distant, hazy silhouettes of the Pocono Mountains frame the horizon. The terrain remains rugged and honest, marked by the occasional dramatic descent of Whirlpool Canyon Falls. Visitors often find that the light at dusk settles softly over the valley, casting long, calm shadows across the fields and the riverbanks.

Wilkes Barre emerged from the industrious spirit of the anthracite era, a time when the black gold beneath the soil dictated the rhythm of daily life and commerce. The local economy, once tethered to the deep veins of coal, has evolved into a diverse landscape of education, healthcare, and professional services that sustain the modern population. Brick facades and sturdy foundations remain as silent witnesses to the generations of workers who built the infrastructure of this place. The transition from heavy extraction to a service-oriented sector mirrors the resilience of the people, who have adapted their livelihoods while respecting the weight of their regional history. Even today, the hum of commerce in Wilkes Barre carries a persistent, reliable energy that keeps the regional economy turning.

Public Square acts as the literal and social anchor of Wilkes Barre, a space where the intersection of paths fosters a constant, gentle movement of people through the day. The cultural character of the region reflects a blend of heritage and ambition, often celebrated during seasonal gatherings and local festivals that enliven the central district. Notable figures such as the poet Danzy Senna have roots that touch the intellectual climate of the area, contributing to a legacy of creative thought. Landmarks around Public Square offer a sense of continuity, grounding the community in a physical space that has survived changes in architecture and fashion. Life here moves with a thoughtful, deliberate pace, where the sound of footsteps on pavement near the square echoes the enduring personality of the residents.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Wilkes-Barre Movies 14 (Cinema) — 0.2 mi, 223° SW
Hyperview (Public Artwork) — 0.2 mi, 239° SW
The Mary Stegmaier Mansion (Attraction) — 0.3 mi, 251° W
Wilkes-Barre Open Space (Local Recreation) — 0.4 mi, 319° NW
Luzerne County Levee Trail (Local Recreation) — 0.4 mi, 319° NW
Coal Street Park (Local Park) — 0.5 mi, 120° SE
Dorothy Dickson Darte Center for the Performing Arts (Arts Centre) — 0.5 mi, 263° W
Wilkes-Barre City Park (Local Park) — 1.0 mi, 288° W
Arts Center of Wilkes-Barre (Arts Centre) — 1.2 mi, 049° NE
The Big Cow (Attraction) — 1.3 mi, 163° S
Wilkes-Barre Township War Memorial (Monument) — 1.5 mi, 149° SE
KISS Theatre Company (Theatre) — 1.7 mi, 086° E
Pinchot State Forest (State Resource Management Area) — 1.7 mi, 152° SE
Seven Tubs Recreation Area (State Recreation Area) — 1.7 mi, 149° SE
Crystal Lake Tract (State Resource Management Area) — 2.2 mi, 183° S
Forty Fort Marker (Monument) — 2.3 mi, 012° N
Joe Palooka Monument (Monument) — 3.4 mi, 187° S
Battle of Wyoming (Registered Battlefield) — 4.5 mi, 025° NE
Sgl 091 (State Recreation Area) — 5.2 mi, 119° SE
Frances Slocum State Park (State Park) — 5.7 mi, 351° N
Nescopeck State Park (State Park) — 9.5 mi, 179° S
Pine Hill Vista (Viewpoint) — 12.8 mi, 093° E
The Pavilion at Montage Mountain (Theatre) — 13.3 mi, 058° NE
Inspection Pit (Historic Ruins) — 15.6 mi, 044° NE
Iron Horse Movie Bistro (Cinema) — 15.8 mi, 045° NE
Laura Craig Gallery (Gallery) — 16.0 mi, 045° NE
Civil War Museum (Museum) — 16.1 mi, 045° NE
Everhart Museum (Museum) — 16.3 mi, 049° NE

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