Delta Colorado Map
Explore Delta, Colorado, with this interactive street and satellite map. You can “grab” the Delta, CO street map and move it around to re-centre it. You can change between standard map view and satellite map view by clicking the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. You can use the zoom buttons on the lower right side of the map to zoom in or out to street-level detail.
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. You will find live weather, local and world news further down the page.
Interactive Map of Delta, Colorado
How to Use This Delta, Colorado Map
This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Delta, Colorado. 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 to zoom in and out.
Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen for a larger view. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key on your keyboard, 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).
Drag the map to pan to any area of Colorado or beyond. Switch to Satellite view to see high-resolution aerial photography of Delta and surrounding areas, including streets, buildings, parks and waterways.
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. 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 Delta.
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 | Delta |
| State | Colorado (CO) |
| County | Delta |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Mountain Time (America/Denver) |
| Latitude | 38.742206 |
| Longitude | -108.068958 |
| Population | 9,421 |
| Density | 269.5 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
| ZIP Code(s) | 81416 |
| Area Code | 719 |
| County Seat | Delta |
| School District | Delta County School District 50J |
About Delta, Colorado
Delta is a locality in Delta County, Colorado, United States. It has a population of approximately 9,421. The population density is 269.5 people per km². Delta is located at 38.7422°N, 108.0690°W. It observes the Mountain Time (America/Denver) timezone. ZIP code: 81416.
Delta commands a broad expanse where the high-plains horizon yields to the formidable wall of the Front Range, a landscape often washed in a thin, clear light that accentuates the vastness. It lies 21.0 miles north-northwest of Montrose, CO (from Montrose, CO: bearing 330°T), and is situated 8.0 miles southwest of Orchard City. The air here, dry and continental, carries the scent of sage and, come September, the crisp promise of aspen gold painting the distant slopes. Below, the Gunnison and Uncompahgre rivers, bright with the chill of mountain snowmelt, carve their way through the land, offering a lifeline and a vibrant contrast to the arid terrain. The very earth of Delta seems to hold the memory of ancient waters, a testament to the forces that shaped this interior basin. Even in the height of summer, snow lingers on the highest peaks, a constant reminder of the alpine origins that feed the fertile valleys. The history of Delta is interwoven with the Old West mining-town bones that still resonate in its character, though its present is firmly rooted in agriculture and the bountiful harvests of the surrounding valleys. Early settlers recognized the rich soil, fostering an economy built on the cultivation of fruits, vegetables, and alfalfa, a tradition that continues to define the local industries. The fertile grounds, irrigated by the life-giving rivers, produce a wealth of produce, fueling the regional economy and providing a steady rhythm to the days. While mining once fueled dreams of quick riches, the enduring prosperity of Delta now lies in the patient work of the land, a more grounded and sustainable kind of wealth. The cultural character of Delta is one of friendly pragmatism, a directness born from generations of working the land under wide, open skies. The quality of light at dusk, a soft, almost buttery hue, seems to slow the pace of life, encouraging quiet reflection. Notable landmarks include the historic Delta County Courthouse, a solid, dignified building that anchors the town center, and the serene beauty of nearby Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, a dramatic natural wonder that draws visitors from afar. The annual Delta County Fair remains a cherished local event, a vibrant celebration of the agricultural heritage that is the heart of Delta.
Nearby Outdoor Places
- Confluence Park (Local Park) — 0.5 mi, 328° NW
- Moab trail rte 3 (Attraction) — 0.8 mi, 225° SW
- Parker & Wild / Colorado Wetlands Initiative Legacy (Local Recreation) — 1.0 mi, 328° NW
- Mountain View Park (Local Recreation) — 1.2 mi, 121° SE
- Uncompahgre National Forest (National Forest) — 1.4 mi, 352° N · 953k acres
- Moab trail rte 2 (Attraction) — 1.8 mi, 267° W
- Unknown Park (Local Park) — 1.9 mi, 341° N
- Gunnison River Segment 2 (Wild & Scenic River) — 2.5 mi, 035° NE · 262 acres
- Sweitzer Lake State Park (State Park) — 2.5 mi, 144° SE
- Adobe Badlands Wilderness Study Area (Wilderness Study Area) — 2.9 mi, 339° N · 10k acres
- Adobe Badlands Area of Critical Environmental Concern (Area of Critical Environmental Concern) — 2.9 mi, 339° N
- Roubideau Creek Segment 2 (Wild & Scenic River) — 4.7 mi, 238° SW · 2,387 acres
- Dominguez/Escalante National Conservation Area (National Conservation Area) — 6.3 mi, 262° W · 218k acres
- Smiths Mountain Overlook (Viewpoint) — 7.7 mi, 073° E
- Grand Mesa National Forest (National Forest) — 9.4 mi, 343° N · 346k acres
- Firebear (Public Artwork) — 10.6 mi, 154° SE
- Moab trail rte2 (Attraction) — 10.6 mi, 259° W
- Newspaper Rock (Historic Ruins) — 18.2 mi, 287° W
- LTV A-7D Corsair II (Monument) — 19.1 mi, 151° SE
- Hotchkiss-Crawford Historical Museum (Museum) — 19.2 mi, 078° E
- San Juan theatre (Cinema) — 20.9 mi, 147° SE
- Montrose Rotary Amphitheater Team (Monument) — 21.3 mi, 152° SE
- Amphitheater Contributors (Monument) — 21.3 mi, 152° SE
- Museum of the Mountain West (Museum) — 22.3 mi, 142° SE
- Paonia Museum (Museum) — 27.0 mi, 070° E
- Bowie Schoolhouse Museum (Museum) — 27.0 mi, 070° E
- Blue Pig (Gallery) — 29.6 mi, 329° NW
- Tabeguache Trail Play Area (Attraction) — 33.4 mi, 299° NW
- Amphitheatre (Theatre) — 34.1 mi, 309° NW
- Aspen Photo Art Gallery of Fine Art Photography (Gallery) — 34.8 mi, 310° NW
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About This Delta Map Page
This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Delta, Colorado — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 38.742206, -108.068958. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Delta and Delta County.
Detailed location data for Delta includes the ZIP code (81416), telephone area code (719), county seat of Delta County (Delta), and school district assignment (Delta County School District 50J). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.
Search Maps opens a second, independent map. It searches OpenStreetMap for any US town, county or landmark by name; offers USGS topographic maps and USGS aerial imagery as base layers; overlays a labelled U.S. National Grid (USNG) so the map can be read like a printed topographic quad; measures distance and grid, true and magnetic bearings between any two points; and takes a single GPS fix reporting your position as a USNG grid reference and as latitude and longitude. Map tiles require cell coverage, but a GPS position does not, so the coordinates remain correct even where the map cannot load.
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Delta is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | September 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Map layers | Google Maps; © OpenStreetMap contributors; USGS The National Map topographic and aerial imagery (public domain); magnetic declination from NOAA NCEI (World Magnetic Model) |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. Location verified by proximity — not name matching alone. |
