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Galax Virginia Map

Explore Galax, Virginia, 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 Galax, Virginia

How to Use This Galax, Virginia Map

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

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	Galax
State	Virginia (VA)
County	Galax (city)
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	36.661239
Longitude	-80.923967
Population	6,720
Density	315.0 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	24333
Area Code	276
School District	Galax City Public Schools

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About Galax, Virginia

Galax is a locality in Galax (city), Virginia, United States. It has a population of approximately 6,720. The population density is 315.0 people per km². Galax is located at 36.6612°N, 80.9240°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. Galax is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 24333.

Galax holds a singular presence upon the high, verdant plateau where the landscape rises toward the distant Appalachian Mountains. It lies 37.8 miles south-southwest of Radford, VA (from Radford, VA: bearing 211°T), and is situated 12.6 miles west-southwest of Hillsville. Chestnut Creek winds through the terrain, its waters carving a path that has defined the movement and growth of Galax for generations. To the west, the landscape deepens into the quiet expanse of The Glades, providing a fertile contrast to the rugged elevation. Those who wander ten miles outward might discover the Yellow Branch Trail, a passage that invites a closer communion with the local timber and stone. At dusk, the light settles heavily upon the land, turning the surrounding pastures into a deep, muted copper that lingers until the stars emerge.

Galax emerged from the labor of those who sought to harness the natural resources of this inland reach, building a foundation upon manufacturing and the industry of the earth. The rhythm of the economy has long been dictated by the steady production of furniture and precision textiles, trades that demand both patience and an exacting eye for detail. Workers here have navigated the shifts of modern commerce while maintaining a commitment to the craftsmanship that once defined the regional output. Even as global markets fluctuate, the local spirit remains anchored in the tangible, physical results of a day’s work. This dedication to industry ensures that Galax retains a distinct character, far removed from the transient pace of larger, more anonymous centers of trade.

Felts Park serves as the social axis of the community, a gathering place where the heritage of old-time music finds a vibrant, recurring life. The cultural identity of Galax is inseparable from its deep-rooted musical traditions, which echo through the open air during annual festivals that draw performers from across the nation. Notable individuals such as the legendary banjo player Wade Ward helped solidify this reputation, bringing the distinct sounds of the region to a wider audience. Beyond the music, the quiet reflection offered by the nearby Kennedys Lake provides a necessary counterpoint to the town’s energetic celebrations. Residents navigate their days with a deliberate grace, finding balance between the preservation of their legacy and the quiet demands of contemporary life.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Chestnut Creek School of the Arts (Arts Centre) — 0.1 mi, 312° NW
Felts Park (Local Park) — 0.2 mi, 151° SE
Jeff Matthews Museum (Museum) — 0.4 mi, 244° SW
New River Trail State Park (State Park) — 0.4 mi, 348° N
Mountain View Recreation Park (Local Park) — 0.7 mi, 274° W
Judge Matthews State Forest (State Resource Management Area) — 2.2 mi, 233° SW
Chestnut Creek Falls Overlook (Viewpoint) — 3.9 mi, 012° N
New River Outdoor Adventures (Attraction) — 4.3 mi, 334° NW
Crooked Creek Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 5.5 mi, 083° E
Mount Rogers National Recreation Area (National Recreation Area) — 7.0 mi, 330° NW · 155k acres
Stewarts Creek Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 7.1 mi, 128° SE
Blue Ridge Conservancy Preserve (Conservation Area) — 7.2 mi, 192° S
Blue Ridge Music Center (Attraction) — 7.3 mi, 146° SE
Jefferson National Forest (National Forest) — 7.5 mi, 349° N · 733k acres
Crouse's Chimney (Historic Ruins) — 13.0 mi, 165° S
Vaughn-Woltz Order of the Arrow Campfire Arena Time Capsule (Monument) — 13.6 mi, 162° S
Alleghany Community Auditorium (Theatre) — 15.4 mi, 227° SW
Thunder Road Museum (Museum) — 16.2 mi, 132° SE
Little Dry Run Wilderness (Wilderness Area) — 16.5 mi, 299° NW · 2,856 acres
Stone Mountain State Park (State Park) — 17.6 mi, 201° S
John Harmon Gallery (Public Artwork) — 17.8 mi, 194° S
Widows Falls (Attraction) — 19.9 mi, 204° SW
US 21 overlook (Attraction) — 20.2 mi, 189° S
Mount Airy Museum of Regional History (Museum) — 20.7 mi, 122° SE
Earle (Cinema) — 20.8 mi, 122° SE
Andy Griffith Playhouse (Theatre) — 20.8 mi, 123° SE
Sawmill Discard (Historic Ruins) — 23.3 mi, 358° N
Camp Branch Natural Area Preserve (Nature Reserve) — 26.4 mi, 055° NE
Fine Arts Center for the New River Valley (Arts Centre) — 27.9 mi, 017° N
Appalachian National Scenic Trail (National Trail) — 27.9 mi, 301° NW · 110k acres

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