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Lynchburg Virginia Map

Explore Lynchburg, 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 Lynchburg, Virginia

How to Use This Lynchburg, Virginia Map

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

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

Latitude	37.399016
Longitude	-79.195458
Population	79,009
Density	622.9 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	24504, 24515, 24513, 24501, 24502
Area Code	276
School District	Lynchburg City Public Schools

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About Lynchburg, Virginia

Lynchburg is a locality in Lynchburg (city), Virginia, United States. It has a population of 79,009. The population density is 622.9 people per km². Lynchburg is located at 37.3990°N, 79.1955°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. Lynchburg is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 24504, 24515, 24513.

Lynchburg occupies a rugged expanse of the Virginia Piedmont where the land rises into a series of uneven, verdant swells that catch the amber light of the setting sun. It lies 1.6 miles southwest of Madison Heights, VA (from Madison Heights, VA: bearing 221°T), and is situated 8.8 miles east-northeast of Forest. Blackwater Creek carves a winding path through the soil, serving as a quiet artery that feeds the vitality of the landscape long before it joins the larger river systems of the region. Far to the west, the silhouettes of the Blue Ridge Mountains frame the horizon, appearing as faint, violet bruises against a pale sky. The College Hill Reservoir provides a mirror for the shifting clouds, offering a tranquil stillness that contrasts with the uneven, gravity-defying steepness of the local terrain.

Settlers arrived at the banks of the river to establish Lynchburg as a vital ferry crossing, recognizing the utility of the crossing point for those navigating the interior of the state. The expansion of commerce followed the movement of goods, as the locality became a hub for the tobacco trade, drawing merchants and laborers who built their lives amidst the steep, brick-lined streets. This early period of growth solidified the identity of Lynchburg as a center for industry and trade, where the clatter of horse-drawn carriages once echoed against the stone foundations of rising warehouses. The legacy of these founding days remains visible in the architecture, which reflects the industrious spirit of those who first leveled the earth to make room for a burgeoning settlement.

Economic activity in Lynchburg has matured from its agricultural foundations into a diverse landscape of manufacturing, healthcare, and educational services that sustain the current population. The infrastructure relies on a network of roads that weave through the challenging topography, connecting the residential quarters to the industrial sectors that drive the local output. Several institutions of higher learning anchor the intellectual life of the area, providing a steady influx of students and faculty who contribute to the modern character of the streets. As these universities expand their facilities, they continue to shape the regional economy, ensuring that Lynchburg remains a point of focus for those seeking professional opportunities in a setting that values both tradition and technical progress.

Monument Terrace stands as a poignant landmark in the center of the local landscape, serving as a site for reflection and public gathering that honors the individuals who have served throughout history. The cultural life of Lynchburg finds expression in various annual festivals that bring inhabitants together in the open air, celebrating the seasonal shifts that define the year. While collegiate sports provide a seasonal rhythm to the weekends, the true character of the place is found in the quiet persistence of its daily routines and the pride taken in its distinctive geography. Figures of national renown have occasionally emerged from the local soil, yet the enduring spirit of Lynchburg is found in the collective lives of its residents as they navigate the slopes and valleys of their home.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Blackwater Creek Park (Local Park) — 0.6 mi, 037° NE
Sandusky Park (Local Park) — 0.6 mi, 194° S
Steam Powered Machinery (Historic Ruins) — 1.1 mi, 115° SE
Jubal Early Memorial (Monument) — 1.4 mi, 116° SE
Helen Pesci Wood Historical Marker (Monument) — 1.4 mi, 118° SE
City Stadium (Local Recreation) — 1.5 mi, 105° E
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Center for Human Rights (Museum) — 1.6 mi, 077° E
World War tree memorial (Monument) — 1.6 mi, 077° E
E. C. Glass Civic Auditorium (Theatre) — 1.7 mi, 068° E
Olympic Runner (Public Artwork) — 1.8 mi, 068° E
The Midtown Outdoor Art Gallery (Gallery) — 1.8 mi, 088° E
Horse Drawn Road Grader (Attraction) — 2.1 mi, 069° E
Model 1474 Gallion Roller (Attraction) — 2.1 mi, 069° E
Station House Museum (Museum) — 2.3 mi, 063° NE
Hill City AquaZoo (Aquarium) — 2.5 mi, 158° S
Heritage Park (Local Recreation) — 2.7 mi, 189° S
Thoresen Theatre (Theatre) — 3.0 mi, 027° NE
The Up Front Gallery (Gallery) — 3.1 mi, 066° NE
The Ann White Academy Gallery (Gallery) — 3.1 mi, 066° NE
Liberty University Cinematic Arts Theater (Cinema) — 3.1 mi, 152° SE
Amazement Square (Museum) — 3.2 mi, 069° E
Riverside Park Historic Train Exhibit (Attraction) — 3.3 mi, 031° NE
George Washington National Forest (National Forest) — 12.1 mi, 327° NW · 1.1M acres
Jefferson National Forest (National Forest) — 15.3 mi, 319° NW · 733k acres
James River Face Wilderness (Wilderness Area) — 16.7 mi, 322° NW · 8,849 acres
Thunder Ridge Wilderness (Wilderness Area) — 17.6 mi, 307° NW · 2,427 acres
Shenandoah National Park (National Park) — 47.5 mi, 023° NE · 197k acres

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