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Fort Sam Houston Texas Map

Explore Fort Sam Houston, 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 Sam Houston, Texas

How to Use This Fort Sam Houston, Texas Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Fort Sam Houston, 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 Sam Houston.

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 Sam Houston
State	Texas (TX)
County	Bexar County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Central Time (America/Chicago)

Latitude	29.454974
Longitude	-98.442174
Population	24,000
Density	480.0 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Code	78234
Area Code	210, 726
County Seat	San Antonio

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About Fort Sam Houston, Texas

Fort Sam Houston is a locality in Bexar County, Texas, United States. It has a population of 24,000. The population density is 480.0 people per km². Fort Sam Houston is located at 29.4550°N, 98.4422°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 78234.

Fort Sam Houston occupies a distinct expanse of land characterized by wide, open stretches and an enduring sense of quiet strength. It lies 3.8 miles northeast of San Antonio, TX (from San Antonio, TX: bearing 55°T), and is situated 8.7 miles west-southwest of Converse. The terrain consists of expansive plains that catch the golden, heavy light of late afternoon, casting long shadows across the dry grasses. Nearby, the banks of Salado Creek provide a thin ribbon of greenery that cuts through the limestone-rich soil, offering a cool respite from the heat. To the north, the landscape remains open and unburdened, while the distant silhouettes of the Edwards Plateau suggest the rougher topography waiting far beyond the horizon. Travelers seeking a moment of stillness often find themselves exploring the trails of Phil Hardberger Park, where the native brush and trees define the local wilderness.

Military service and the logistical demands of a long-standing installation form the bedrock of the economy at Fort Sam Houston. Since its inception, the post has served as a pivotal center for medical training and administrative command, drawing personnel from across the nation to learn and labor within its borders. The local industry remains deeply tied to this institutional mission, fostering a specialized workforce that maintains the infrastructure and technical support required for sustained operations. Beyond the gates, the regional economy benefits from the steady flow of commerce and the expertise of those who have settled here permanently. Soil Conservation Service Site 1 Reservoir sits seven miles away, serving as a quiet reminder of the regional efforts to manage water resources in an environment that demands careful stewardship.

Cultural life at Fort Sam Houston reflects a blend of discipline and the warm, informal spirit typical of the region. The architecture on the post, featuring historic limestone barracks and stately homes, stands as a testament to a time when craftsmanship emphasized permanence and structural integrity. Notable figures such as Dwight D. Eisenhower once walked these grounds, their presence contributing to the weight of history that permeates the daily routines of soldiers and residents alike. Community gatherings often center on the shared traditions of the military, yet they remain open to the broader influence of the surrounding culture. The pace of life is measured by the changing seasons and the bright, relentless sun, creating a rhythm that feels both steady and deeply rooted in the soil of the plains.

Nearby Outdoor Places

United States Army Medical Department Museum (Museum) — 0.5 mi, 029° NE
The Pershing Chinese (Monument) — 0.5 mi, 190° S
Phil Hardberger Park (Local Conservation Area) — 0.6 mi, 100° E
Al Rohde Nature Preserve (Local Park) — 0.6 mi, 107° E
Jack White Park (Local Park) — 0.6 mi, 103° E
San Antonio Botanical Garden (Local Conservation Area) — 0.8 mi, 286° W
Fort Sam Houston Theatre (Theatre) — 1.0 mi, 249° W
Gen. Jonathan M. Wainwright (Monument) — 1.3 mi, 336° NW
Salado Creek Greenway South (Local Recreation) — 1.4 mi, 123° SE
Ludwig Mahncke (Monument) — 1.6 mi, 278° W
Willow Springs Golf Course (Local Recreation) — 1.6 mi, 162° S
Walden Pond Interarts Learning Center (Arts Centre) — 1.6 mi, 281° W
South Texas Museum of Popular Culture "TexPop" (Museum) — 1.7 mi, 268° W
Blue Hole (Attraction) — 1.8 mi, 302° NW
Little Blue Hole (Attraction) — 2.0 mi, 302° NW
Sunken Garden Gate (Public Artwork) — 2.1 mi, 281° W
Amphitheater (Theatre) — 2.5 mi, 251° W
River boat boarding (Attraction) — 2.5 mi, 251° W
Battle of Salado Creek (1842) (Registered Battlefield) — 2.7 mi, 034° NE
Boat Ride Boarding (Attraction) — 3.0 mi, 240° SW
Hugman Dam (Historic Ruins) — 3.2 mi, 240° SW
Sea Life Aquarium (Aquarium) — 3.4 mi, 231° SW
Visitor's Center Museum (Museum) — 3.4 mi, 241° SW
Buckhorn Saloon and Museum (Museum) — 3.4 mi, 235° SW
Guadalupe River State Park (State Park) — 27.2 mi, 352° N
Pedernales Falls State Park (State Park) — 57.8 mi, 011° N
Balcones Canyonlands National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 76.7 mi, 019° N · 43k acres

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