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Fort Bliss Texas Map

Explore Fort Bliss, Texas, 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 Fort Bliss, Texas

How to Use This Fort Bliss, Texas Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Fort Bliss, Texas. 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 Texas 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 Fort Bliss.

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	Fort Bliss
State	Texas (TX)
County	El Paso County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Mountain Time (America/Denver)

Latitude	31.83965
Longitude	-106.374712
Population	11,260
Density	242.6 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Codes	79916, 79918, 79906
Area Code	915
County Seat	El Paso
School District	El Paso Independent School District

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About Fort Bliss, Texas

Fort Bliss is a locality in El Paso County, Texas, United States. It has a population of 11,260. The population density is 242.6 people per km². Fort Bliss is located at 31.8396°N, 106.3747°W. It observes the Mountain Time (America/Denver) timezone. ZIP codes: 79916, 79918, 79906.

Fort Bliss dominates the high-desert expanse where the arid plains stretch toward the horizon under a vast, unyielding sky. It lies 5.4 miles northeast of El Paso, TX (from El Paso, TX: bearing 46°T), and is situated 9.4 miles east of Sunland Park. The rugged silhouette of the Franklin Mountains rises eight miles to the west, casting long, violet shadows that soften the harsh sun as evening approaches. Nearby, the Rio Grande winds through the landscape, providing a vital, narrow thread of moisture in an otherwise parched environment. Residents often seek the quietude of Radford, a LP, which offers a respite from the intensity of the day, while the nearby McKelligon Canyon provides a natural basin for those who appreciate the stark beauty of the terrain. When the wind moves across the dry ground, it carries the scent of sage and sun-baked earth, a reminder of the raw, elemental character defining Fort Bliss.

Military operations serve as the primary engine of the local economy, anchoring the region with a sense of purpose and disciplined industry. Since its inception, Fort Bliss has expanded from a frontier outpost into a modern center of defense technology and tactical training, shaping the professional lives of countless personnel and their families. The steady pulse of daily activity at Fort Bliss reflects a commitment to national readiness, influencing the growth of surrounding services and infrastructure. Beyond the gates, the regional economy benefits from the confluence of logistics and global trade, drawing strength from its position inland. This integration of tradition and modern innovation ensures that the area remains a focal point for both strategic planning and regional commerce.

Cultural life in this corner of the state thrives on a blend of traditions that reflect a deep-rooted, bilingual heritage. Visitors and residents alike often gather at Ascarate Lake for recreation, or they find a moment of steady movement along the Edgemere Walk and Jog Trail. The spirit of the region is marked by a resilience and a quiet, stoic pride that mirrors the landscape’s own enduring nature. While many have contributed to the character of the region, figures such as the legendary General John J. Pershing once walked these grounds, leaving an indelible mark on the history of the installation. Community events frequently celebrate the unique convergence of southwestern influences, fostering a social atmosphere that is as expansive as the desert plains themselves.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Butterfield Overland Mail (Monument) — 2.4 mi, 118° SE
Desert Downs (Local Recreation) — 2.7 mi, 306° NW
Nations Tobin (Local Recreation) — 2.7 mi, 307° NW
3rd Calvary Museum (Museum) — 3.2 mi, 233° SW
The Equestrian (Public Artwork) — 3.3 mi, 202° S
Fort Bliss at Lanoria Mesa (Monument) — 3.6 mi, 211° SW
Fort Bliss, C.S.A. (Monument) — 4.1 mi, 228° SW
North Open Reserve (Local Conservation Area) — 4.9 mi, 269° W
El Paso PREMIERE Montwood (Cinema) — 5.0 mi, 154° SE
Franklin Mountains State Park (State Park) — 5.1 mi, 266° W
Knapp Property (Local Park) — 5.2 mi, 288° W
McKelligon Canyon (Local Conservation Area) — 6.0 mi, 260° W
Highlander Stadium at Bel Air High School (Stadium) — 6.7 mi, 166° S
Scenic Drive Viewpoint (Upper) (Viewpoint) — 6.8 mi, 239° SW
Riverside (Local Park) — 7.1 mi, 179° S
Riverfront Stadium - Riverside High School (Stadium) — 7.3 mi, 181° S
AMC CLASSIC East Pointe 12 (Cinema) — 7.4 mi, 158° S
DIY Workshop El Paso (Arts Centre) — 8.7 mi, 232° SW
Kidd Performance Hall (Theatre) — 8.8 mi, 230° SW
Philanthropy Theater (Theatre) — 8.8 mi, 230° SW
Organ/franklin Mountains Area of Critical Environmental Concern (Area of Critical Environmental Concern) — 13.2 mi, 327° NW
Organ Mountains - Desert Peaks National Monument (National Monument) — 14.7 mi, 339° N · 574k acres
La Union Maze (Attraction) — 16.2 mi, 293° NW
Dozal Fine Art Gallery (Gallery) — 18.5 mi, 161° S
JR’s Art Gallery And Tea Room (Gallery) — 18.5 mi, 161° S
Romy Hawkins Studio Gallery (Gallery) — 18.5 mi, 161° S
Main Street Stage and Saloon (Arts Centre) — 18.5 mi, 161° S
Organ Mountains Wilderness Area (Wilderness Area) — 29.3 mi, 335° NW · 20k acres
Aden Lava Flow Wilderness Area (Wilderness Area) — 33.2 mi, 293° NW · 30k acres
White Sands National Park (National Park) — 56.5 mi, 359° N · 148k acres

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