Explore Gunnison, Colorado, with this interactive street and satellite map. You can “grab” the Gunnison, 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.
This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Gunnison, 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 Gunnison 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 Gunnison.
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 | Gunnison |
| State | Colorado (CO) |
| County | Gunnison |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Mountain Time (America/Denver) |
| Latitude | 38.545825 |
| Longitude | -106.925321 |
| Population | 6,766 |
| Density | 534.5 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
| ZIP Code(s) | 81230, 81231 |
| Area Code | 719 |
| County Seat | Gunnison |
| School District | Gunnison Watershed School District RE-1J |
Gunnison is a locality in Gunnison County, Colorado, United States. It has a population of approximately 6,766. The population density is 534.5 people per km². Gunnison is located at 38.5458°N, 106.9253°W. It observes the Mountain Time (America/Denver) timezone. ZIP code: 81230.
Gunnison rests in a broad, high-elevation valley, a vast expanse where the distant peaks of the West Elk Mountains often wear a crown of snow even through the summer months. It lies 51.6 miles east of Montrose, CO (from Montrose, CO: bearing 85°T), and is situated 45.0 miles south of Aspen. The Gunnison River, a thread of cool, clear water, meanders through this landscape, its banks a vibrant contrast to the drier, more rugged terrain that surrounds the valley floor. The air here possesses a singular clarity, a thinness that sharpens the edges of the world, and in autumn, the aspen groves ignite the hillsides in a breathtaking display of gold, a fleeting brilliance against the enduring gray of the granite. This is a place where the horizon feels immense, a testament to the sheer scale of the Colorado interior. The history of Gunnison is deeply entwined with the discovery of mineral wealth, an echo of the Old West that still resonates in its foundational bones. Prospectors and settlers were drawn to the region’s promise, shaping the early character of the town around mining and the rugged demands of frontier life. Today, the local economy finds its strength in a blend of these historic ties and the burgeoning tourism industry, supported by the natural beauty that draws so many travelers. Ranching and agriculture still play a significant role, their quiet persistence a counterpoint to the seasonal influx of visitors seeking outdoor adventure, a rhythm that has defined Gunnison for generations. The cultural character of Gunnison is one of resilient pragmatism, seasoned with a quiet appreciation for its wild surroundings and a welcoming spirit. The iconic Gunnison Reservoir, a shimmering expanse of blue, offers a focal point for recreation and a reminder of the region's aquatic appeal. While no globally recognized figures hail from Gunnison, its notable landmarks include the historic downtown area, preserving the architectural heritage of its founding years, and the nearby Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, a place of profound natural grandeur that draws admirers from afar. The annual Cattlemen's Days rodeo stands as a vibrant local event, celebrating the enduring spirit of the West.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Gunnison, Colorado — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 38.545825, -106.925321. 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 Gunnison and Gunnison County.
Detailed location data for Gunnison includes the ZIP code (81230), telephone area code (719), county seat of Gunnison County (Gunnison), and school district assignment (Gunnison Watershed School District RE-1J). 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 Gunnison 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. |