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Rockwood Tennessee Map

Explore Rockwood, 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 Rockwood, Tennessee

How to Use This Rockwood, Tennessee Map

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

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

Latitude	35.870081
Longitude	-84.674943
Population	5,444
Density	262.3 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	37854
Area Code	865
County Seat	Kingston
School District	Roane County School District

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About Rockwood, Tennessee

Rockwood is a locality in Roane County, Tennessee, United States. It has a population of approximately 5,444. The population density is 262.3 people per km². Rockwood is located at 35.8701°N, 84.6749°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. Rockwood is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 37854.

Rockwood exists as a testament to the enduring character of the inland landscape, defined by the quiet passage of Black Creek as it winds through the local terrain. It lies 7.1 miles west-northwest of Roane, TN (from Roane, TN: bearing 287°T), and is situated 9.9 miles west of Kingston. The earth here rises and falls in modest, deliberate swells, creating a topography that feels both intimate and expansive. To the west, the Cumberland Mountains loom on the horizon, their shadowed peaks offering a sense of permanence to the view. Nearby, the verdant expanses of the Mt. Roosevelt Wildlife Management Area provide a sanctuary for local flora and fauna, while the low-lying Coalbank Hollow retains a distinct, quiet atmosphere. When the light fades at dusk, the surface of Watts Bar Lake reflects the sky in a way that suggests a profound, steady stillness.

Rockwood grew from the grit and ambition of an industrial age, finding its initial purpose in the extraction and processing of the earth’s hidden resources. The local economy has shifted over the decades, moving from the heavy labor of iron and coal production toward a diverse landscape of small-scale manufacturing and service-oriented work. This transition has left a mark on the architecture of the streets, where sturdy brick buildings speak of a time when industry dictated the daily rhythm of life. The labor of generations remains visible in the infrastructure that connects the neighborhood to the broader region, ensuring that the fruits of local production still reach far beyond these borders. Today, the focus remains on maintaining a steady, functional pace that honors the practical heritage of those who first cleared the land.

Rockwood fosters a cultural identity that is rooted in the quiet, neighborly habits of its people rather than in grand displays or public spectacle. The community gathers for local events that mark the changing of the seasons, maintaining traditions that emphasize shared space and mutual recognition. Landmarks such as the historic downtown area serve as a focal point for daily life, where the simple architecture provides a backdrop for the exchange of news and goods. While the pace is deliberate, it is not stagnant, as residents continue to shape the character of the place through their individual contributions and civic pride. The atmosphere is one of thoughtful endurance, an observation confirmed by those who appreciate the subtle beauty of a life lived close to the land and its history.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Mt. Roosevelt Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 1.1 mi, 356° N
Rockwood Baseball Complex (Local Recreation) — 1.6 mi, 239° SW
Rockwood Community Park (Local Park) — 2.5 mi, 193° S
Dr. Tom Fuller Park (Local Park) — 2.5 mi, 194° S
Jane Manley Museum (Museum) — 6.3 mi, 185° S
Troop 45 (Monument) — 6.7 mi, 219° SW
Catoosa Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 7.5 mi, 013° N
Cumberland Trail (State Park) — 7.5 mi, 276° W
Ozone Falls (Attraction) — 7.6 mi, 275° W
Fort Southwest Point (Historic Castle / Fort) — 8.2 mi, 094° E
Lake Shore (Historic Ruins) — 10.2 mi, 071° E
Black Mountain Overlook North (Viewpoint) — 12.0 mi, 270° W
Lone Mountain State Forest (State Resource Management Area) — 12.2 mi, 026° NE
Obed Wild and Scenic River (Wild & Scenic River) — 13.7 mi, 003° N · 3,160 acres
Tennessee Valley Theatre (Theatre) — 16.0 mi, 221° SW
Spring City Depot Museum & Railfan Spot (Museum) — 16.0 mi, 220° SW
Spring City Bus/Train Accident Memorial (Monument) — 16.1 mi, 220° SW
K-25 History Center (Museum) — 16.3 mi, 075° E
Frozen Head (State Park) — 17.1 mi, 030° NE
Head of the Sequatchie River (Attraction) — 19.4 mi, 254° W
Palace Theater (Theatre) — 20.3 mi, 285° W
Carmichael Inn Museum (Museum) — 20.9 mi, 115° SE
3 Generation Art Studio (Arts Centre) — 22.1 mi, 147° SE
Salt & Light (Arts Centre) — 22.3 mi, 150° SE
Oak Ridge Children's Museum (Museum) — 24.9 mi, 065° NE
International Friendship Bell (Monument) — 25.1 mi, 067° NE
Abandoned Train (Attraction) — 25.3 mi, 040° NE
Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area (Wild & Scenic River) — 31.7 mi, 351° N · 114k acres
Cherokee National Forest (National Forest) — 38.6 mi, 160° S · 662k acres
Great Smoky Mountains National Park (National Park) — 42.7 mi, 118° SE · 521k acres

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