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Grainger Tennessee Map

Explore Grainger, 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 Grainger, Tennessee

How to Use This Grainger, Tennessee Map

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

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

Latitude	36.305933
Longitude	-83.549657
Population	23,080
Density	55.0 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Codes	37888, 37891
Area Code	865
County Seat	Rutledge

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About Grainger, Tennessee

Grainger is a locality in Grainger County, Tennessee, United States. It has a population of 23,080. The population density is 55.0 people per km². Grainger is located at 36.3059°N, 83.5497°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP codes: 37888, 37891.

Grainger unfolds across a landscape defined by the quiet persistence of Puncheon Camp Creek as it winds through the verdant, rolling terrain. It lies 12.6 miles east-southeast of Union, TN (from Union, TN: bearing 103°T), and is situated 9.8 miles south-southeast of New Tazewell. The atmosphere in Grainger carries the scent of damp earth and deep woods, particularly near the sheltered depressions of Dark Hollow. To the distant horizon, the silhouette of the Appalachian Mountains provides a constant, immovable anchor for the shifting afternoon light. Visitors often traverse the path of Bunches Trace, a route that speaks to the historical movement of people across these rugged, interior ridges. Only three miles away, the expansive waters of Norris Lake offer a serene contrast to the terrestrial complexity of the surrounding woodlands.

Grainger emerged from the labor of early settlers who recognized the agricultural potential of these fertile, inland basins. The local economy has long been tethered to the rhythms of the soil, with farming and small-scale manufacturing forming the bedrock of daily industry. Many residents maintain a connection to the land through traditions of cultivation and craft that have evolved steadily over generations. Economic activity remains focused on utilizing the natural resources provided by the surrounding hills, ensuring that the livelihood of the people stays grounded in the regional landscape. Development in Grainger reflects a pragmatic approach to growth, prioritizing the preservation of the fields and forests that define its character.

Cultural life in Grainger finds expression in the gatherings held at the Buffalo Springs Wildlife Management Area, where the intersection of human activity and natural habitat remains a focal point. The community gathers for local events that celebrate a shared heritage, marked by a quiet, resilient pride in their regional identity. While the pace of life remains deliberate, the influence of the wider Tennessee cultural sphere is felt in the music and storytelling that persist in local social circles. Notable figures such as the renowned bluegrass musician Carl Smith have roots that tie them to the broader spirit of the region, echoing the talent often cultivated in these quiet corners. Life in Grainger moves with a steady, unforced cadence, shaped by the land and the endurance of its people.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Buffalo Springs Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 6.4 mi, 188° S
Old Lee Highway (Historic Ruins) — 7.9 mi, 088° E
Clinchdale Farm (Historic Ruins) — 8.4 mi, 086° E
Panther Creek (State Park) — 9.4 mi, 138° SE
Panther Creek State Park (State Park) — 9.4 mi, 138° SE
Black Oak Park (State Recreation Area) — 10.8 mi, 161° S
Chuck Swan State Forest (State Resource Management Area) — 16.7 mi, 277° W
Chuck Swan Wildlife Management Area & State Forest (State Resource Management Area) — 16.7 mi, 277° W
Lakeway Performing Arts Center (Theatre) — 17.7 mi, 139° SE
Tackett Creek Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 18.7 mi, 334° NW
Carr Gap Overlook (Viewpoint) — 20.8 mi, 312° NW
Joseph Martin monument (Monument) — 22.6 mi, 003° N
Ramsey House Visitor Center (Museum) — 27.9 mi, 213° SW
Ramsey House Plantation (Attraction) — 28.0 mi, 213° SW
John Sevier Monument (Monument) — 28.0 mi, 195° S
The Cedars (State Wilderness) — 28.2 mi, 036° NE
The Muse Knoxville (Museum) — 28.4 mi, 221° SW
Cove Creek Wildlife Management Area (National Conservation Area) — 29.5 mi, 261° W · 5,964 acres
Christian-Newsom Memorial (Monument) — 29.5 mi, 223° SW
Norris Museum (Museum) — 29.9 mi, 256° W
Forbidden Caverns (Attraction) — 30.0 mi, 158° S
Winstead Mansion (Museum) — 30.1 mi, 221° SW
Museum of Appalachia (Museum) — 30.2 mi, 254° W
Dolly Parton (Public Artwork) — 30.3 mi, 182° S
Broadway Studios and Gallery (Gallery) — 30.5 mi, 223° SW
Wimmer Stadium (Stadium) — 30.6 mi, 223° SW
Old City Performing Arts Center (Theatre) — 31.1 mi, 222° SW
Cherokee National Forest (National Forest) — 35.0 mi, 135° SE · 662k acres
Great Smoky Mountains National Park (National Park) — 37.0 mi, 179° S · 521k acres
Daniel Boone National Forest (National Forest) — 40.0 mi, 304° NW · 564k acres

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