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Clemson South Carolina Map

Explore Clemson, South Carolina, 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 Clemson, South Carolina

How to Use This Clemson, South Carolina Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Clemson, South Carolina. 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 South Carolina 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 Clemson.

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.

CityClemson
StateSouth Carolina (SC)
CountyPickens County
CountryUnited States of America
TimezoneEastern Time (America/New_York)
Latitude34.683826
Longitude-82.812407
Population17,681
Density904.4 /km²
IncorporatedYes
ZIP Codes29631, 29632, 29633, 29634
Area Code864
County SeatPickens
School DistrictPickens County School District

About Clemson, South Carolina

Clemson is a locality in Pickens County, South Carolina, United States. It has a population of 17,681. The population density is 904.4 people per km². Clemson is located at 34.6838°N, 82.8124°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. Clemson is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 29631, 29632, 29633.

Clemson anchors the verdant landscape of the South Carolina piedmont, where the air holds a heavy, sun-warmed stillness during the long afternoons. It lies 16.4 miles northwest of Anderson, SC (from Anderson, SC: bearing 319°T), and is situated 6.6 miles east of Seneca. The Seneca River winds its way through the lower reaches of the local terrain, carving a path that defines the subtle drainage of the region. Broad swaths of forest and open meadow define the environment, providing a quiet backdrop to the Shanklin / Sams Greenspace, which serves as a preserved island of natural quietude. On the horizon, the Appalachian Mountains rise in a soft, hazy blue, marking the distant transition toward higher elevations. Lamaster Pond captures the light of the setting sun, its surface often undisturbed save for the occasional ripple of a passing bird.

Clemson emerged from a legacy of agricultural heritage, transitioning over decades into a center defined by institutional growth and intellectual pursuit. The regional economy relies heavily on the presence of the university, which acts as the primary engine for local development and technical innovation. Early settlers recognized the potential of the fertile red clay soil, and today that industrious spirit persists through a blend of academic research and small-scale commerce. The rhythm of daily life follows the seasonal shifts of the campus calendar, creating a cycle of activity that pulses through the streets. Residents maintain a steady pace of work, balancing the demands of a modern workforce with the enduring traditions of the upstate.

Clemson fosters a cultural character shaped by the fervor of collegiate traditions and the shared identity of its permanent inhabitants. The university stadium stands as a primary landmark, drawing crowds that transform the atmosphere into a singular, energized event on autumn Saturdays. Among the notable figures associated with the institution, the late coach Frank Howard remains a permanent fixture in the local consciousness, his influence still felt in the pride of the athletic department. Community gatherings often take place in public spaces, where the shared history of the region is celebrated with a sense of quiet persistence. Life here moves with a deliberate gravity, anchored by the intersection of academic rigor and a deep, unspoken respect for the landscape.

Nearby Outdoor Places

  • Clemson Park and Community Garden (Local Conservation Area) — 0.3 mi, 099° E
  • Gateway Park (Local Park) — 0.3 mi, 249° W
  • Clemson Forest (State Resource Management Area) — 0.5 mi, 347° N
  • Clemson Area African American Museum (Museum) — 0.5 mi, 284° W
  • South Carolina Botanical Garden (State Resource Management Area) — 0.5 mi, 210° SW
  • Armory Ball Field (State Recreation Area) — 0.6 mi, 188° S
  • Hartwell Recreation Area (Recreation Area) — 1.0 mi, 322° NW
  • Ashley Dearing Park (Local Park) — 1.0 mi, 135° SE
  • President's Park (State Park) — 1.1 mi, 254° W
  • Paper Airplane (Public Artwork) — 1.2 mi, 241° SW
  • Carillon Bell (Monument) — 1.4 mi, 258° W
  • Hartwell Lake (Recreation Area) — 1.5 mi, 310° NW
  • Brooks Recital Room (Theatre) — 1.5 mi, 244° SW
  • Bellamy Theatre (Theatre) — 1.5 mi, 243° SW
  • Riggs Hall Plaque (Monument) — 1.5 mi, 253° W
  • Harlan E. McClure, FAIA (Monument) — 1.6 mi, 247° SW
  • Nettles Park (Local Recreation) — 1.6 mi, 118° SE
  • Howard's Rock (Attraction) — 1.7 mi, 259° W
  • Fant's Grove Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 2.0 mi, 185° S
  • Keowee Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 2.8 mi, 261° W
  • The Twelve Mile Defense Bear (Attraction) — 14.9 mi, 023° NE
  • Irma Morris Museum of Fine Arts (Museum) — 15.2 mi, 024° NE
  • Rosehill Museum (Museum) — 15.3 mi, 145° SE
  • Oconee County Cage (Attraction) — 15.5 mi, 291° W
  • Generator (Attraction) — 15.6 mi, 143° SE
  • Fine Arts Center of Easley (Arts Centre) — 15.6 mi, 050° NE
  • Raven Rock (Viewpoint) — 18.2 mi, 347° N
  • Old Stone Bridge (Historic Ruins) — 19.5 mi, 104° E
  • Cobbs Bridge (Historic Ruins) — 20.8 mi, 277° W
  • S.C. Tennis Hall of Fame (Museum) — 21.3 mi, 122° SE

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About This Clemson Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Clemson, South Carolina. Coordinates: 34.683826, -82.812407. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.

Detailed location data for Clemson includes the ZIP code (29631, 29632, 29633), telephone area code (864), county seat of Pickens County (Pickens), and school district assignment (Pickens County School District).

Search Maps opens a second, independent map. It searches OpenStreetMap for any US town, county or landmark by name; offers USGS topographic maps and USGS aerial imagery as base layers; overlays a labelled U.S. National Grid (USNG) so the map can be read like a printed topographic quad; measures distance and grid, true and magnetic bearings between any two points; and takes a single GPS fix reporting your position as a USNG grid reference and as latitude and longitude. Map tiles require cell coverage, but a GPS position does not, so the coordinates remain correct even where the map cannot load.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.

Page generatedSeptember 2026
Location dataSimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data
Map layersGoogle Maps; © OpenStreetMap contributors; USGS The National Map topographic and aerial imagery (public domain); magnetic declination from NOAA NCEI (World Magnetic Model)
Wikipedia validationArticle content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API.