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Marlin Texas Map

Explore Marlin, 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 Marlin, Texas

How to Use This Marlin, Texas Map

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

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

Latitude	31.306287
Longitude	-96.898044
Population	5,462
Density	466.9 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	76661
Area Code	325
County Seat	Marlin
School District	Marlin Independent School District

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About Marlin, Texas

Marlin is a locality in Falls County, Texas, United States. It has a population of approximately 5,462. The population density is 466.9 people per km². Marlin is located at 31.3063°N, 96.8980°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Marlin is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 76661.

Marlin occupies a quiet stretch of the Brazos Valley where the land flattens into expansive, fertile plains. It lies 17.0 miles southeast of Robinson, TX (from Robinson, TX: bearing 131°T), and is situated 22.3 miles southeast of Waco. The winding path of the Bean Branch defines the local topography, carving a subtle, verdant corridor through the surrounding fields that remain lush under the expansive Texas sky. To the northwest, the rise of Bald Hill breaks the horizon, providing a solitary landmark against the vast, shifting colors of the prairie clouds. Residents often gather at Marlin City Park, a central expanse of greenery that offers a communal space beneath the shade of native trees. A short distance away, the quiet waters of New City Lake mirror the golden light of dusk, grounding the landscape in a stillness that feels both ancient and enduring.

Marlin emerged from the nineteenth-century expansion of the region, growing as a hub for the agricultural wealth of the surrounding blackland prairies. The local economy has long been tethered to the rhythm of the harvest, with cotton and livestock defining the hard work of generations. Over time, the industries here adapted to the changing demands of the modern era, though the fundamental reliance on the productivity of the soil remains a constant. Small businesses and regional commerce sustain the daily life of the streets, reflecting a resilient spirit that values practical ingenuity. The legacy of these industrious pursuits is visible in the older architecture of the district, which stands as a quiet record of the ambitions that first brought families to this fertile ground.

Marlin maintains a distinct cultural character shaped by the steady, deliberate pace of life found in the heart of the region. The grand, historic homes that line the streets serve as reminders of a time when the town was a prominent center for travelers seeking the curative properties of local mineral springs. Among the notable figures associated with the area, the legendary blues musician Blind Lemon Jefferson spent formative years in the vicinity, leaving an indelible mark on the musical heritage of the state. Local events bring the population together to celebrate their shared history, fostering a sense of belonging that transcends the passing of seasons. This environment encourages a contemplative way of living, where the simple beauty of a sunset over the fields is held in as high regard as the accomplishments of the past.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Falls County Courthouse (Monument) — 0.0 mi, 298° NW
Hilton Hotel, Early (Monument) — 0.1 mi, 059° NE
Allen House (Monument) — 0.2 mi, 359° N
Marlin City Park (Local Park) — 0.2 mi, 228° SW
Unknown Park (Local Park) — 0.5 mi, 360° N
Maddin Prairie Preserve (Conservation Area) — 6.9 mi, 011° N
Dragoo Prairie (Conservation Area) — 6.9 mi, 023° NE
Waco Traffic Circle (Attraction) — 20.4 mi, 318° NW
Waco Independent School District Stadium (Stadium) — 20.8 mi, 313° NW
Getterman Stadium (Stadium) — 21.3 mi, 320° NW
Practically Pikasso (Gallery) — 22.1 mi, 314° NW
Texas Scottish Rite Museum (Museum) — 22.2 mi, 317° NW
Helen Marie Taylor Museum (Museum) — 22.3 mi, 321° NW
Waco Recreation Area (Recreation Area) — 24.5 mi, 316° NW
Buzzard Overlook (Viewpoint) — 24.6 mi, 322° NW
Waco Lake (Recreation Area) — 24.6 mi, 316° NW
Waco Water Park/Tennis Center (Local Recreation) — 25.0 mi, 322° NW
Limestone County Historical Museum (Museum) — 26.0 mi, 054° NE
Waco Mammoth National Monument (National Monument) — 26.3 mi, 322° NW · 5 acres
Fort Parker State Park (State Park) — 27.9 mi, 045° NE
(16) Horse-farming Demonstration (Zoo / Wildlife Park) — 29.1 mi, 329° NW
(14) Animal Pens. Petting Zoo Sheep Shearing (Zoo / Wildlife Park) — 29.1 mi, 329° NW
Aquaponics Greenhouse (Aquarium) — 29.1 mi, 330° NW
Czech Heritage Museum (Museum) — 29.7 mi, 242° SW
Old Arcadia Theater (Theatre) — 29.9 mi, 241° SW
Railroad and Pioneer Museum (Museum) — 30.2 mi, 241° SW
Temple Wildcat (Public Artwork) — 30.4 mi, 243° SW
Lake Waco Wetlands (National Conservation Area) — 30.9 mi, 311° NW · 348 acres
Mother Neff State Park (State Park) — 33.5 mi, 273° W
Balcones Canyonlands National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 79.4 mi, 234° SW · 43k acres

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