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Gatesville Texas Map

Explore Gatesville, 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 Gatesville, Texas

How to Use This Gatesville, Texas Map

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

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	Gatesville
State	Texas (TX)
County	Coryell County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Central Time (America/Chicago)

Latitude	31.435164
Longitude	-97.743911
Population	16,135
Density	593.2 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	76528, 76596, 76597, 76598, 76599
Area Code	254
County Seat	Gatesville
School District	Gatesville Independent School District

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About Gatesville, Texas

Gatesville is a locality in Coryell County, Texas, United States. It has a population of 16,135. The population density is 593.2 people per km². Gatesville is located at 31.4352°N, 97.7439°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Gatesville is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 76528, 76596, 76597.

Gatesville remains a place defined by the quiet persistence of the central Texas landscape, where the land stretches out in wide, sun-drenched plains. It lies 20.4 miles north of Fort Hood, TX (from Fort Hood, TX: bearing 4°T), and is situated 19.7 miles west of McGregor. The Stillhouse Branch meanders through the landscape near the center of the locality, providing a subtle, rhythmic lifeblood to the soil and the local vegetation. Residents often find comfort in the expansive view, where the horizon remains clear and uninterrupted by the distant peaks of the Edwards Plateau. Visitors who wish to explore the natural surroundings often gravitate toward the paths found at the Angelina National Forest Trail, which lies only five miles away. Within the boundaries of the locality, Raby Park offers a dedicated space for gathering, serving as a verdant anchor for those who live and work here. The quality of light during the late afternoon softens the edges of the limestone, casting long, amber shadows that give the entire region a reflective, golden permanence.

Gatesville grew from the rugged ambition of early settlers who recognized the potential of the fertile blackland prairie for agriculture and ranching. The local economy has evolved over generations, shifting from its initial agrarian roots to incorporate a diverse range of institutional and industrial activity. While the primary sectors have modernized, the underlying character of the labor force remains tied to a traditional work ethic that values endurance and practical skill. Much of the regional commerce is supported by the steady movement of goods and services that sustain the surrounding rural districts. Even the Soil Conservation Service Site 1 Reservoir, located sixteen miles away, plays a quiet, utilitarian role in managing the water resources that support the broader agricultural footprint. Today, the economic rhythm of Gatesville reflects a balanced approach, where historical legacies of trade continue to influence the modern marketplace.

Gatesville maintains a cultural identity forged by the intersection of frontier history and the deliberate pace of contemporary life. The town square functions as the social nucleus, where the architecture tells the story of early development through limestone facades and sturdy, enduring brickwork. Notable events throughout the year draw the population together, reinforcing a sense of collective belonging that remains a hallmark of the area. While the region has seen many individuals pass through its borders, it is perhaps most widely recognized for its association with the late country music legend Don Williams, who spent his formative years in the area. The local atmosphere is defined by an understated pride, favoring a lifestyle that prioritizes direct communication and community reliability. As the sun sets, the quietude of Gatesville settles over the streets, offering a stillness that feels both ancient and entirely present.

Nearby Outdoor Places

First Baptist Church of Gatesville (Monument) — 0.2 mi, 260° W
Raby Park (Local Park) — 0.2 mi, 225° SW
Coryell County Museum (Museum) — 0.3 mi, 274° W
Gatesville (Monument) — 0.3 mi, 276° W
Hammack Building (Monument) — 0.3 mi, 268° W
Fauntleroy Park (Local Park) — 0.6 mi, 205° SW
Fort Gates (Historic Ruins) — 4.7 mi, 131° SE
Old Nazi Villiage Training Site (Historic Ruins) — 14.9 mi, 187° S
Belton Recreation Area (Recreation Area) — 14.9 mi, 166° S
Mother Neff State Park (State Park) — 17.0 mi, 116° SE
Iron Bridge Wildlife Management Area (Nature Reserve) — 17.3 mi, 122° SE
Belton Lake (Recreation Area) — 17.8 mi, 158° S
Horseshoe Bend Wildlife Management Area (Nature Reserve) — 17.9 mi, 122° SE
Historic Bell (Attraction) — 18.0 mi, 114° SE
CCC Plaque (Attraction) — 18.0 mi, 114° SE
Texas Museum of Theatre and Broadcast (Museum) — 19.9 mi, 089° E
Showcase Room (Museum) — 21.5 mi, 183° S
Clear Creek Park (National Conservation Area) — 22.1 mi, 192° S · 78 acres
Mayborn Science Theater (Theatre) — 22.1 mi, 189° S
On the Banks of the Bosque (Public Artwork) — 26.0 mi, 022° N
219 Artisan Market (Gallery) — 26.0 mi, 022° N
Lake Waco Wetlands (National Conservation Area) — 28.3 mi, 065° NE · 348 acres
Hamilton County Historical Museum (Museum) — 29.2 mi, 310° NW
Harris Community Center (Arts Centre) — 30.6 mi, 148° SE
Bell County Museum (Museum) — 30.9 mi, 147° SE
Meridian State Park (State Park) — 31.0 mi, 004° N
Waco Mammoth National Monument (National Monument) — 35.5 mi, 070° E · 5 acres
Balcones Canyonlands National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 56.1 mi, 198° S · 43k acres

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