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Big Lake, Alaska, United States – United States Flag

Current Date And Time In Big Lake, United States

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
00:37:21 PDT
State: Alaska
Currency: United States Dollar (USD)
Timezone: UTC -08:00 (PDT)
Population: 3,350
District: Matanuska-Susitna Borough

🗺 Map of Big Lake, Alaska, United States – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Big Lake, a city in Alaska, United States, located in North America. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Big Lake β€” all essential for geographic navigation, logistics planning, GIS integration and location intelligence workflows. View the live satellite map to explore terrain, streets and urban structure of Big Lake.

Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into North America • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for United States operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Big Lake, Alaska

📍 LATITUDE
61.521°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
149.954°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)61.5214° N149.9544° W
Signed Decimal Degrees61.5214-149.9544
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)61° 31' 17" N149° 57' 16" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)61° 31.2834' N149° 57.2664' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Big Lake Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:57 AM
🌅 SUNSET
11:11 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
16h 14m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
03:04 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Big Lake’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

🌐 Big Lake’s Global Position — Equator, Prime Meridian & Antipode

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
6,849 km
(4,255 mi) • Big Lake is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
7,960 km
(4,946 mi) • Big Lake is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
61.521° S, 30.046° E
The point exactly opposite Big Lake through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Big Lake, you'd surface nearest to Struisbaai, South Africa, about 3,054 km from the exact antipodal point — most of the Earth's surface opposite any given point is open ocean, so an exact land match is rare.

📊 Geographic Profile of Big Lake

📍 Location Details

CityBig Lake
StateAlaska (State of Alaska)
CountryUnited States
ContinentNorth America
DistrictMatanuska-Susitna Borough
Time Zone-10:00 to -05:00

📈 Area & Population

Population3,350
Area (km²)333.54 km²
Area (mi²)128.78 mi²
Pop. Density10.04 /km²
Elevation44 m / 144 ft
GPS (DD)61.5214, -149.9544

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Big Lake

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Alaska
Parent Country: United States

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 3,350
🏆 State Rank: #32 of 121 most populous in Alaska
🏠 Share of Alaska Population: 0.453%
📏 Built-Up Area: 333.54 km²
👥 Population Density: 10 people/km²

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Big Lake to each nearby city, calculated using the Haversine formula. Estimated travel time is based on a standard drive speed of 60 km/h. Use this data for delivery routing, courier zoning and last-mile logistics planning around Alaska.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
HoustonAlaskaNE14 km9 mi~14m🗺 View
Point MacKenzieAlaskaS18 km11 mi~18m🗺 View
Knik-FairviewAlaskaE19 km12 mi~19m🗺 View
Meadow LakesAlaskaNE22 km14 mi~22m🗺 View
WillowAlaskaN25 km16 mi~25m🗺 View
WasillaAlaskaE28 km17 mi~28m🗺 View

Note: Distances are straight-line (great-circle) between city centers. Actual road distances and travel times will vary based on route and traffic conditions.
Some cities listed above (particularly those on islands or across large water bodies) may not be reachable by direct road — ferry or air travel may be required for those destinations.

🚗 Distance from Big Lake to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Juneau
934 km (580 mi)
E of Big Lake • ~15h 34m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Washington
4,595 km (2,855 mi)
E of Big Lake • ~76h 35m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Alaska

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in Alaska, the home state of Big Lake, along with each city's aerial distance from Juneau, Alaska's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Anchorage61.2181° N-149.9003° W31 m923 km🗺 View Map
Fairbanks64.8378° N-147.7164° W136 m1,008 km🗺 View Map
Juneau58.3019° N-134.4197° W17 m0 km🗺 View Map
Eagle River61.3214° N-149.5678° W98 m908 km🗺 View Map
Badger64.8° N-147.5333° W144 m999 km🗺 View Map
Knik-Fairview61.5126° N-149.6001° W60 m916 km🗺 View Map
College64.8569° N-147.8028° W137 m1,012 km🗺 View Map
Wasilla61.5809° N-149.4415° W106 m910 km🗺 View Map
Sitka57.0532° N-135.3309° W8 m149 km🗺 View Map
Lakes61.6071° N-149.3086° W109 m904 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Merrill Field
IATA: MRI
35 km (22 mi) from Big Lake
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🌍 Big Lake Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Big Lake Matter

The exact GPS location of Big Lake gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Alaska. These coordinates power satellite-based navigation, geofencing for local delivery fleets, sales territory boundaries and proximity checks for a new store or branch opening. All three coordinate formats β€” DD, DMS and DDM β€” are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare Alaska state-level map data

📈 Coordinate Formats for Big Lake Mapping

Decimal Degrees (DD) is the standard format used across web mapping APIs and dispatch software. DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) shows up in surveying records, printed maps and older GPS hardware still used by field crews. DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) is the go-to format for marine and aviation navigation. All three formats for Big Lake are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Big Lake

The satellite view of Big Lake lets you check street layout, building density, land use and access roads before committing to a decision. Real estate teams use it to scout plots and assess neighborhood growth. Field service and utility crews use it to plan site visits, coverage zones and installation routes ahead of time. › View the full United States map

🌎 Regional Position of Big Lake in Alaska

Big Lake sits within Alaska, United States, in the North America region. Its position relative to other cities shapes trade flow, transport access and local market reach. Location intelligence from this mapping data supports territory planning, competitor proximity analysis and coverage-gap research. › Explore nearby cities

🚚 Logistics & Route Planning with Big Lake Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Big Lake for last-mile delivery routing, warehouse placement analysis and freight corridor optimization. The city center provides a reliable starting point for distance calculations, zone pricing models and delivery time estimates across Alaska. › Browse every city in Alaska

💻 Using Big Lake Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Big Lake in WGS84 decimal format are compatible with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap, Mapbox, ESRI ArcGIS and all major mapping platforms. Use them for geofencing, distance-based search, map overlays and location-based dashboards. Also useful for CRM territory assignment, field service scheduling and emergency response coordination in United States. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Big Lake Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of Big Lake directly in Google Maps, navigation apps, mapping software or API integrations. Three coordinate formats are listed for maximum compatibility across tools.
🚛 Explore Nearby CitiesUse the nearby cities tool to find every town and city close to Big Lake. Ideal for coverage planning, cross-town logistics and regional market research.
🏝 Compare Alaska CitiesAccess the full city directory for Alaska ranked by population, area and density for precise site comparisons and territory planning.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Big Lake Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Big Lake?

The GPS coordinates of Big Lake are latitude 61.5214° and longitude -149.9544°. In directional format: 61.5214° N, 149.9544° W. These coordinates mark the center of Big Lake in Alaska and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Big Lake located?

Big Lake is a city in Alaska, United States, on the continent of North America. It falls within Matanuska-Susitna Borough. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Big Lake?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Big Lake sits at: Latitude 61° 31' 17" N and Longitude 149° 57' 16" W. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.

👥 What is the population of Big Lake?

Big Lake has a population of approximately 3,350 people. This is roughly 0.453% of Alaska's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Alaska.

🗺 How can I view Big Lake on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Big Lake is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 61.5214, -149.9544 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Big Lake in Alaska. For broader context, explore the Alaska state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Big Lake?

The nearest airport to Big Lake is Merrill Field (MRI), roughly 35 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Big Lake from Juneau?

Big Lake is approximately 934 km (580 mi) from Juneau, the capital of Alaska, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Alaska.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Big Lake?

Big Lake sits at an elevation of approximately 44 meters (144 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Alaska.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Big Lake?

The closest cities to Big Lake include Houston, Point MacKenzie, Knik-Fairview. See the Geographic Intelligence panel above for the full list with distances, or the nearby cities tool for a complete breakdown.

☀️ What time does the sun rise and set in Big Lake today?

Today in Big Lake, sunrise is at 06:57 AM and sunset is at 11:11 PM, giving a day length of 16h 14m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Big Lake's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Big Lake from the Equator?

Big Lake is approximately 6,849 km (4,255 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 7,960 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.

🌐 What is on the exact opposite side of the Earth from Big Lake?

The antipodal point of Big Lake — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Struisbaai, South Africa, roughly 3,054 km from the true antipode. Since about 71% of the Earth's surface is ocean, most antipodal points land in open water rather than on a named city.

🚗 How far is Big Lake from Washington, the capital of United States?

Big Lake is approximately 4,595 km (2,855 mi) E of Washington, the national capital of United States, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.