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Shelbyville Tennessee Map

Explore Shelbyville, 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 Shelbyville, Tennessee

How to Use This Shelbyville, Tennessee Map

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

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	Shelbyville
State	Tennessee (TN)
County	Bedford County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Central Time (America/Chicago)

Latitude	35.49866
Longitude	-86.451674
Population	23,557
Density	493.3 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	37160, 37161, 37162
Area Code	615
County Seat	Shelbyville
School District	Bedford County School District

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About Shelbyville, Tennessee

Shelbyville is a locality in Bedford County, Tennessee, United States. It has a population of 23,557. The population density is 493.3 people per km². Shelbyville is located at 35.4987°N, 86.4517°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Shelbyville is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 37160, 37161, 37162.

Shelbyville occupies a landscape defined by the steady, persistent flow of the Duck River as it carves a path through the heart of Middle Tennessee. It lies 6.5 miles east-northeast of Bedford, TN (from Bedford, TN: bearing 78°T), and is situated 16.4 miles west-northwest of Tullahoma. The land here rises and falls in long, rhythmic swells of fertile earth that suggest a quiet, ancient stability. Caperton Lake sits silently just two miles away, offering a reflective stillness that balances the movement of the nearby currents. While the distant Appalachian Mountains loom far off on the horizon, the immediate surroundings remain dominated by the lush, open expanse of the River Bottom Fields. The air often holds a heavy, sweet scent of damp soil and growing things, particularly as the sun begins to dip low over the horizon.

Shelbyville grew from the rugged ambition of early settlers who recognized the value of the surrounding plains and the reliable water source provided by the river. The local economy has long been tethered to the land, transitioning from traditional agricultural roots to a diverse mix of manufacturing and equine-related enterprises. Walking through the center of Shelbyville, one observes the steady industry of businesses that have sustained generations of families through cycles of change. The rhythm of work here is methodical, favoring patience and tangible results over the frantic pace of larger urban centers. Even as modern industry evolves, the town maintains a firm connection to the industrious spirit that first established its foundations.

Shelbyville carries a distinct cultural identity rooted in a deep appreciation for its traditions and the shared experience of its residents. The community comes together frequently for local events, where the sound of music and the smell of regional cooking drift through the evening air. Landmarks serve as anchors for the local memory, reminding travelers and residents alike of the specific character built over time. While the town remains quiet, it has occasionally been the birthplace of significant figures, such as the accomplished writer and poet Sarah Barnwell Elliott, who brought regional perspectives to a wider audience. People here move through their days with a sense of deliberate purpose, finding contentment in the enduring qualities of their surroundings.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Shelbyville City Park (Local Park) — 0.4 mi, 052° NE
Harris Practice Fields (Local Park) — 0.6 mi, 232° SW
Beechwood Plantation (Historic Ruins) — 8.0 mi, 080° E
Bellbuckle Caboose (Monument) — 8.3 mi, 041° NE
Bedford Lake (State Resource Management Area) — 11.1 mi, 089° E
Normandy Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 11.4 mi, 097° E
Henry Horton (State Park) — 13.6 mi, 294° NW
Beech Grove Confederate Cemetery (Monument) — 14.7 mi, 053° NE
Jack Daniel (Monument) — 15.6 mi, 162° S
Observation Deck (Viewpoint) — 15.6 mi, 292° W
Unknown Park (Local Recreation) — 15.8 mi, 166° S
Tullahoma History Museum (Museum) — 16.8 mi, 126° SE
Tullahoma Art Center (Gallery) — 16.8 mi, 125° SE
Tims Ford (State Park) — 17.2 mi, 149° SE
Manchester Arts Center (Theatre) — 20.5 mi, 093° E
Wild Bird Viewing (Zoo / Wildlife Park) — 22.2 mi, 150° SE
Yanahli Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 22.4 mi, 281° W
Murfreesboro Art League (Gallery) — 24.1 mi, 007° N
May Prairie Designated State Natural Area (Nature Reserve) — 24.2 mi, 097° E
AMC Stones River 9 (Cinema) — 24.2 mi, 005° N
Church Street Gallery (Gallery) — 24.3 mi, 008° N
GO USA Fun Park (Attraction) — 24.3 mi, 002° N
Hickory Flat Woods WMA (Nature Reserve) — 24.3 mi, 095° E
Blue Horseshoe (Public Artwork) — 24.6 mi, 011° N
Fortress Rosecrans (Historic Castle / Fort) — 24.6 mi, 005° N
Lincoln Theater (Cinema) — 24.8 mi, 196° S
Wheeler National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 60.3 mi, 189° S · 35k acres

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