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Chattanooga Tennessee Map

Explore Chattanooga, Tennessee, 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 Chattanooga, Tennessee

How to Use This Chattanooga, Tennessee Map

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

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	Chattanooga
State	Tennessee (TN)
County	Hamilton County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	35.065958
Longitude	-85.248386
Population	181,099
Density	491.2 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	37402, 37415, 37401, 37403, 37404
Area Code	615
County Seat	Chattanooga
School District	Hamilton County School District

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About Chattanooga, Tennessee

Chattanooga is a locality in Hamilton County, Tennessee, United States. With a population of 181,099, Chattanooga is a major urban centre in Tennessee. The population density is 491.2 people per km². Chattanooga is located at 35.0660°N, 85.2484°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. Chattanooga is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 37402, 37415, 37401.

Chattanooga commands a landscape defined by the deliberate, winding path of the Tennessee River, which cuts a deep and quiet channel through the surrounding topography. It lies 3.9 miles west-northwest of East Ridge, TN (from East Ridge, TN: bearing 304°T), and is situated 7.9 miles south-southwest of Hixson. The land here rises and falls in long, muscular swells that suggest a rugged transition toward the distant Appalachian Mountains, visible only as a faint, jagged smudge against the eastern horizon. Within the immediate vicinity, the terrain is shaped by the low-lying expanse of Tannery Flats, while the verdant canopy of Prentice Cooper State Forest offers a dense, shaded retreat just a short distance from the urban center. Even in the heart of the grid, the light at dusk holds a particular clarity, catching the industrial edges of the architecture and softening them into a warm, amber glow before the sun slips behind the western ridges.

Settlement in Chattanooga began as a strategic crossing point, evolving from a modest trading post into a vital nexus for inland transit. The early character of the place was forged by the necessity of movement, as the convergence of land and water routes drew those who sought to capitalize on the natural corridor created by the river. Over generations, the foundations of the settlement shifted from simple commerce to a more complex industrial identity, with the rhythm of daily life synchronized to the arrival and departure of heavy freight. This history remains etched in the brick warehouses and the lingering sense of purpose that defines the streets, reflecting a legacy of persistent labor and the quiet, steady ambition of a frontier outpost that refused to remain stagnant.

Economic vitality in Chattanooga currently finds its pulse in a modern synthesis of technology and traditional manufacturing, bolstered by a robust municipal infrastructure that prioritizes high-speed connectivity. The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga serves as a focal point for this intellectual and economic renewal, anchoring the local workforce and fostering a culture of innovation that spills out into the surrounding districts. Beyond the campus, the regional economy benefits from a diverse array of industries, ranging from advanced logistics to specialized metalworking, all of which rely on the reliable proximity of the Tennessee River for transport and power. Residents often find their daily routines framed by the sight of freight moving through the valley, a constant reminder of the logistical importance that keeps the local economy humming with a quiet, efficient intensity.

Culture in Chattanooga is expressed through a shared appreciation for the outdoors and a deeply rooted pride in local heritage, often centered around the community gathering space of Miller Park. Visitors and locals alike frequently traverse the Hardy Trail, finding a reprieve from the professional demands of the week in the quietude of the woods, or they spend their weekends near the shores of Lake Lookout to enjoy the stillness of the water. While professional sports teams draw crowds to the stadiums, the real spirit of the place is perhaps best felt during the major annual festivals that fill the streets with music and regional food, celebrating the unique confluence of the three Tennessees. Famous figures such as the musician Usher have roots here, carrying the influence of the region's distinct, soulful cadence into the wider world, yet the true character of the locality remains tethered to the pace of the river and the honest, unpretentious vitality of its people.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Walnut Street Bridge (Landmark) — 3.2 mi, 262° W
Chattanooga Choo Choo (Historic Site) — 3.4 mi, 242° SW
Tennessee Aquarium (Aquarium) — 3.5 mi, 255° W
Creative Discovery Museum (Museum) — 3.6 mi, 252° W
Hunter Museum of American Art (Museum) — 4.5 mi, 242° SW
Rock City Gardens (Attraction) — 8.8 mi, 224° SW
Lookout Mountain (Attraction) — 8.8 mi, 226° SW
Point Park (Historic Site) — 8.8 mi, 225° SW
Ruby Falls (Attraction) — 8.9 mi, 226° SW
Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park (Historic Site) — 9.2 mi, 189° S
East Chattanooga Park (Local Recreation) — 0.3 mi, 274° W
Avondale Community Park (Local Recreation) — 1.2 mi, 218° SW
Amnicola Refuge (State Conservation Area) — 1.3 mi, 291° W
Tennessee Riverwalk (Local Park) — 1.3 mi, 305° NW
South Chickamauga Greenway (Local Park) — 1.4 mi, 018° N
2nd Minnesota Regiment Monument (Monument) — 1.6 mi, 192° S
Chickamauga Mound (Historic Ruins) — 1.8 mi, 338° N
Louisville & Nashville Historical Society (Museum) — 2.4 mi, 092° E
Southern Railway Historical Assoc (Museum) — 2.4 mi, 091° E
Denise Heinly Art Center (Gallery) — 2.5 mi, 016° N
Siskin Museum of Religious Artifacts (Museum) — 2.6 mi, 246° SW
Central of Georgia 349 (Attraction) — 2.8 mi, 244° SW
4th Army Corps Monument (Monument) — 3.1 mi, 229° SW
Baker Street Overlook (Viewpoint) — 3.1 mi, 264° W
Andrew's Raiders Monument (Monument) — 3.1 mi, 225° SW
Audubon Society Wildlife Refuge (Nature Reserve) — 3.2 mi, 259° W
Shakespeare (Public Artwork) — 3.2 mi, 263° W
Booker T. Washington State Park (State Park) — 4.2 mi, 054° NE
Enterprise South Park Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 4.6 mi, 090° E
Cumberland Trail (State Park) — 10.3 mi, 003° N

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