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Parker Texas Map

Explore Parker, 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 Parker, Texas

How to Use This Parker, Texas Map

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

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

Latitude	33.063056
Longitude	-96.625238
Population	5,462
Density	247.6 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	77836, 76050, 75002
Area Code	817, 682, 214, 469, 972
County Seat	McKinney
School District	Plano Independent School District

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About Parker, Texas

Parker is a locality in Collin County, Texas, United States. It has a population of approximately 5,462. The population density is 247.6 people per km². Parker is located at 33.0631°N, 96.6252°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Parker is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 77836, 76050, 75002.

Parker maintains a quiet existence upon the North Texas plains, where the open horizon invites the expansive amber light of late afternoon. It lies 2.8 miles north of Murphy, TX (from Murphy, TX: bearing 350°T), and is situated 5.1 miles east-northeast of Plano. Maxwell Creek carves a deliberate path through the landscape, serving as a vital artery that supports the local flora and fauna. Residents often find solace in the Parker Rose Garden Park, a sanctuary where seasonal blooms soften the edges of the surrounding woodland. The terrain remains largely level, punctuated by the subtle textures of grasses and intermittent stands of trees that sway under the regional winds. Those seeking a longer journey through the outdoors often head toward the Bob Woodruff Trail, which connects the immediate vicinity to a broader network of paths. The proximity of Lavon Lake provides a necessary stillness to the environment, reflecting the high, unclouded skies of the region.

Parker evolved from early agricultural roots into a residential haven that values its spacious, semi-rural character. The local economy transitioned over the decades from simple farming ventures to a focus on private land holdings and professional services that cater to the neighboring suburban sprawl. Industrial growth remains restrained, as the preservation of open space continues to be a priority for the people who reside here. The rhythm of daily life is marked by the movement of commuters and the deliberate pace of those maintaining their expansive plots of land. Small businesses and professional offices dot the perimeter, yet the core of Parker feels separated from the frenetic energy of the larger metropolitan centers nearby. This deliberate balance keeps the local economy grounded in a steady, predictable pattern of development.

Parker fosters a unique cultural identity defined by the intersection of traditional Texan independence and a modern desire for residential tranquility. The community celebrates its heritage through quiet gatherings and the upkeep of landmarks that reflect the values of its founders. While the area does not host massive commercial spectacles, it remains a place where the social fabric is stitched together by local school sports and seasonal events held within the municipal boundaries. The influence of individuals like the legendary Southfork Ranch resident, J.R. Ewing—a fictional character whose global fame remains synonymous with the area’s landscape—has cast a long, mythic shadow over the regional identity. Residents appreciate the subtle beauty of their surroundings, finding satisfaction in the way the sunlight catches the dust motes on a dry summer evening. Life in Parker is defined by this understated pride, a commitment to maintaining a slice of quietude in a rapidly changing world.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Corinth Presbyterian Church (Monument) — 0.5 mi, 162° S
Parker Rose Garden Park (Local Park) — 0.6 mi, 157° SE
Oak Point Park & Nature Preserve (Local Conservation Area) — 1.5 mi, 218° SW
Cottonwood Creek Greenbelt (Local Park) — 1.5 mi, 218° SW
Joe Farmer Recreation Center (Local Recreation) — 1.8 mi, 330° NW
First Baptist Church of Murphy (Monument) — 2.4 mi, 161° S
McMillen Cemetery (Monument) — 2.5 mi, 155° SE
Bob Woodruff Park (Local Recreation) — 2.5 mi, 233° SW
Allen Contemporary Theatre (Theatre) — 2.7 mi, 340° N
Red Tail Pavilion (Theatre) — 2.9 mi, 256° W
Play Street Museum (Museum) — 3.7 mi, 163° S
Lavon Recreation Area (Recreation Area) — 3.7 mi, 071° E
Duck and Ducklings (Public Artwork) — 3.9 mi, 298° NW
Lavon Lake (Recreation Area) — 4.3 mi, 071° E
Local Birds overlook (Viewpoint) — 6.6 mi, 006° N
Heritage Farmstead Museum (Museum) — 6.9 mi, 244° SW
Moviehouse & Eatery McKinney (Cinema) — 7.3 mi, 309° NW
Naaman Community (Historic Ruins) — 7.6 mi, 181° S
Liberty Park Tank (Attraction) — 7.7 mi, 245° SW
SP/N Gallery (Gallery) — 8.8 mi, 238° SW
Temoc (Attraction) — 9.0 mi, 233° SW
Last Art Gallery (Gallery) — 9.3 mi, 003° N
Collin County Central Museum at the Old Post Office (Museum) — 9.3 mi, 004° N
Alamo Drafthouse Cinema (Cinema) — 10.2 mi, 220° SW
Patty Granville Arts Center (Arts Centre) — 10.3 mi, 184° S
Ray Roberts Lake State Park (State Park) — 26.0 mi, 298° NW
Cedar Hill State Park (State Park) — 35.5 mi, 215° SW
Caddo National Grassland (National Grassland) — 41.5 mi, 054° NE · 18k acres

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