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Hollins Virginia Map

Explore Hollins, 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 Hollins, Virginia

How to Use This Hollins, Virginia Map

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

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

Latitude	37.341246
Longitude	-79.943095
Population	15,574
Density	698.8 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Code	24019
Area Code	540
County Seat	Salem
School District	Roanoke County Public Schools

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About Hollins, Virginia

Hollins is a locality in Roanoke County, Virginia, United States. It has a population of 15,574. The population density is 698.8 people per km². Hollins is located at 37.3412°N, 79.9431°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 24019.

Hollins occupies a quiet expanse of land where the persistent flow of Tinker Creek defines the local topography. It lies 4.9 miles north of Roanoke, VA (from Roanoke, VA: bearing 359°T), and is situated 8.7 miles north-northeast of Cave Spring.

The land around Hollins holds a certain stillness, defined by the proximity of Carvin Cove Reservoir just two miles away. Beyond the immediate fields, the distant shapes of the Appalachian Mountains suggest a vast, ancient boundary that frames the horizon at thirty-two miles. Residents often find respite in the greenery of Brookside Park, a local space that offers a brief, managed encounter with the regional landscape. Even when the sky turns a bruised, heavy gray before a summer storm, the earth here remains composed and steady. Those seeking a longer path toward the heights might travel nine miles to reach the North Mountain Trail for a wider view of the terrain.

History in Hollins is tied to the steady expansion of the regional economy, which transitioned from early agricultural roots to a modern focus on education and light industry. The presence of long-standing academic institutions has shaped the intellectual life of the area, providing a foundation for the local workforce. While the rhythms of daily labor have evolved, the influence of the surrounding valleys, including the distant reach of Dark Hollow, continues to inform how the people organize their commerce. Many residents work within a corridor that balances technical development with the preservation of the physical environment. This stability fosters a deliberate pace of life, where the demands of the modern day are softened by the enduring nature of the surrounding geography.

Cultural identity in Hollins is marked by a deep respect for the quiet, academic character that defines its local institutions and public spaces. The intellectual heritage of the area is perhaps best represented by the legacy of the poet Annie Dillard, who drew inspiration from the natural world found in these specific surroundings. Community life often centers around the seasonal changes, with local events reflecting a grounded, neighborly spirit that avoids loud pretense. Landmarks here are modest, relying on their historical significance rather than grand architecture to command attention. Visitors and long-term residents alike find a consistent, thoughtful atmosphere that lingers long after the sun dips behind the western ridges. Throughout the year, the people of Hollins maintain a focus on community and education, honoring the quiet weight of their shared environment.

Nearby Outdoor Places

The Rock (Monument) — 0.8 mi, 001° N
Hollins Park (Local Park) — 0.8 mi, 077° E
Eleanor D Wilson Museum (Museum) — 0.9 mi, 003° N
Walrond Park Recreation Center (Local Park) — 1.1 mi, 306° NW
Carvins Cove Reservoir (Waterfowl Production Area) — 1.5 mi, 341° N
FBO Planespotting (Viewpoint) — 2.1 mi, 233° SW
Appalachian National Scenic Trail (National Trail) — 2.9 mi, 015° N · 110k acres
Agatha Strother Lewis | Col. Elijah McClanahan (Monument) — 4.3 mi, 205° SW
28 Wells Avenue, N.w. (Monument) — 4.6 mi, 179° S
O. Winston Link Museum (Museum) — 4.7 mi, 177° S
Jupiter Missile (Attraction) — 4.7 mi, 181° S
Norfolk Southern 8661 (Attraction) — 4.7 mi, 181° S
Roanoke Firefighter statue (Public Artwork) — 4.7 mi, 182° S
Roanoke Pinball Museum (Museum) — 4.8 mi, 178° S
Jefferson National Forest (National Forest) — 5.0 mi, 039° NE · 733k acres
Battle of Hanging Rock (Registered Battlefield) — 5.4 mi, 260° W
Old tobacco barn style cabin (half demolished) (Historic Ruins) — 5.9 mi, 116° SE
Havens Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 6.2 mi, 277° W
Roanoke Star (Attraction) — 6.3 mi, 175° S
Roanoke Fine Arts Center (Arts Centre) — 6.6 mi, 184° S
Poor Mountain (State Wilderness) — 9.8 mi, 231° SW
Brush Mountain East Wilderness (Wilderness Area) — 14.0 mi, 282° W · 3,745 acres
Dixie Caverns (Attraction) — 14.2 mi, 245° SW
Caboose (Museum) — 15.6 mi, 181° S
Brush Mountain Wilderness (Wilderness Area) — 17.4 mi, 271° W · 4,795 acres
Booker T. Washington National Monument (National Monument) — 18.9 mi, 143° SE · 244 acres
Westlake Cinema (Cinema) — 19.7 mi, 141° SE
George Washington National Forest (National Forest) — 21.6 mi, 349° N · 1.1M acres
Eagle Rock Lime Kilns (Historic Ruins) — 22.1 mi, 020° N

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