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Scottsdale Arizona Map

Explore Scottsdale, Arizona, 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 Scottsdale, Arizona

How to Use This Scottsdale, Arizona Map

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

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	Scottsdale
State	Arizona (AZ)
County	Maricopa County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Mountain Standard Time — no DST (America/Phoenix)

Latitude	33.684272
Longitude	-111.861448
Population	241,361
Density	506.5 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	85250, 85259, 85251, 85252, 85254
Area Code	602, 623
County Seat	Phoenix
School District	Cave Creek Unified District

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About Scottsdale, Arizona

Scottsdale is a locality in Maricopa County, Arizona, United States. With a population of 241,361, Scottsdale is a major urban centre in Arizona. The population density is 506.5 people per km². Scottsdale is located at 33.6843°N, 111.8614°W. It observes the Mountain Standard Time — no DST (America/Phoenix) timezone. Scottsdale is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 85250, 85259, 85251.

Scottsdale commands a wide expanse of the Sonoran Desert, where the light at dusk turns the dusty earth into a deep, bruised violet. It lies 2.9 miles east-southeast of Paradise Valley, AZ (from Paradise Valley, AZ: bearing 121°T), and is situated 7.4 miles northwest of Mesa. The landscape is defined by the sharp, arid beauty of the basin, often punctuated by the slow growth of saguaro and ocotillo under an unrelenting sun. While the distant Mogollon Rim looms eighty-six miles to the north as a jagged silhouette against the sky, the immediate terrain near Scottsdale remains defined by the low-lying contours of the desert floor. Residents often find respite in the greenery of Chaparral Park, which serves as a vital oasis, while the proximity of the Arizona Canal provides a singular line of movement through the dry, sun-baked plains.

Scottsdale emerged from the ambition of early settlers who recognized that the desert soil, when properly managed, could support more than just the hardy brush of the scrublands. The founding narrative of Scottsdale centers on the transformation of a rugged homestead into a place of refined commerce and residential growth. Over the decades, the character of Scottsdale shifted from its agricultural roots toward a more sophisticated posture, shedding the isolation of the frontier for a modern identity. The history of Scottsdale remains tied to the persistent work of those who arrived to carve a living from the heat, ensuring that the legacy of those early pioneers informs the current architectural and social landscape.

Scottsdale fosters a robust economy driven by tourism, professional services, and a thriving retail sector that draws travelers from across the globe. The infrastructure of Scottsdale supports a high density of resorts and corporate centers, alongside a growing network of educational institutions that elevate the local intellectual climate. While Scottsdale does not host a massive university campus within its immediate borders, it maintains strong partnerships with regional centers of higher learning to support its workforce. The efficiency of the local roads and the careful maintenance of public spaces like Chaparral Park demonstrate a commitment to a standard of living that balances rapid commercial expansion with the practical needs of daily life.

Cultural life in Scottsdale finds its rhythm in the annual festivals that celebrate the unique intersection of desert heritage and modern artistry. During the cooler months, the air holds a crisp, dry clarity that makes the nearby hiking trails of Echo Canyon particularly inviting for those seeking to observe the natural silence of the desert. Major events, including equestrian shows and art exhibitions, draw crowds who appreciate the particular refinement Scottsdale maintains despite its harsh surroundings. While professional sports teams are often centered in the larger metropolitan region, the influence of figures like Frank Lloyd Wright, who established a significant architectural presence in the area, continues to shape the aesthetic sensibilities of Scottsdale, ensuring that design and environment remain permanently intertwined.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Butterfly Wonderland (Attraction) — 7.3 mi, 213° SW
OdySea Aquarium (Aquarium) — 7.3 mi, 213° SW
Kierland Commons (Attraction) — 7.6 mi, 228° SW
Taliesin West (Historic Site) — 8.7 mi, 228° SW
Frank Lloyd Wright's Home and Studio (Historic Site) — 8.7 mi, 228° SW
McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park (Attraction) — 11.9 mi, 195° S
Old Town Scottsdale (Attraction) — 13.6 mi, 196° S
Scottsdale Arts District (Art / Cultural Centre) — 13.6 mi, 196° S
Western Spirit: Scottsdale's Museum of the West (Museum) — 13.7 mi, 196° S
Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (SMoCA) (Museum) — 13.7 mi, 196° S
Scottsdale Stadium (Stadium) — 13.9 mi, 196° S
Scottsdale Fashion Square (Attraction) — 14.0 mi, 196° S
Camelback Mountain (Nature Reserve) — 14.0 mi, 208° SW
Desert Botanical Garden (Nature Reserve) — 17.6 mi, 202° S
Pima Air & Space Museum (Museum) — 118.1 mi, 153° SE
Mcdowell Sonoran Preserve (Local Conservation Area) — locality lies within
Dc Ranch Park (Local Park) — 0.9 mi, 198° S
State Trust Land (State Resource Management Area) — 1.5 mi, 270° W
Inspiration Viewpoint (Viewpoint) — 2.3 mi, 120° SE
Foundation (Historic Ruins) — 2.8 mi, 165° S
Trail Maintenance Tool Box (Attraction) — 3.0 mi, 351° N
Water Tank (Attraction) — 3.1 mi, 085° E
Century Editions (Gallery) — 3.4 mi, 202° S
Nelson Art Gallery (Gallery) — 3.5 mi, 204° SW
Morrell's Boulder (Attraction) — 3.5 mi, 084° E
Marcus Landslide Loop Trailhead (Attraction) — 4.2 mi, 091° E
McDowell Mountain Regional Park (Local Park) — 4.3 mi, 090° E
Think Art Gallery (Gallery) — 4.9 mi, 209° SW
Tonto National Forest (National Forest) — 8.0 mi, 042° NE · 2.9M acres
Mazatzal Wilderness (Wilderness Area) — 21.5 mi, 042° NE · 251k acres

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