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Alameda California Map

Explore Alameda, California, 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 Alameda, California

How to Use This Alameda, California Map

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

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	Alameda
State	California (CA)
County	Alameda County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles)

Latitude	37.741911
Longitude	-122.259914
Population	78,280
Density	2892.5 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	93307, 94501
Area Code	661, 510
County Seat	Oakland
School District	Alameda City Unified School District

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About Alameda, California

Alameda is a locality in Alameda County, California, United States. It has a population of 78,280. The population density is 2892.5 people per km². Alameda is located at 37.7419°N, 122.2599°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. Alameda is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 93307, 94501.

Alameda occupies a distinct, low-lying expanse of land that acts as a quiet sentinel against the encroaching tides of the Pacific Ocean, which waits just one mile away. It lies 3.1 miles south-southeast of Oakland, CA (from Oakland, CA: bearing 150°T), and is situated 9.7 miles east of San Francisco. The physical character of Alameda is defined by its maritime edge, where the salt-heavy air softens the sharp edges of the late afternoon sun. To the east, the distant silhouettes of the Coast Ranges provide a serrated backdrop to the horizon, while the local terrain remains flat and accessible, punctuated by the greenery of Jackson Park. A short distance inland, the waters of Sausal Creek trace their path toward the shoreline, and the serene surface of Central Reservoir sits two miles away, offering a steady contrast to the movement of the nearby harbor.

History arrived in Alameda through a mix of Spanish land grants and the subsequent rapid transformation of its sandy soil into a bustling maritime hub. Early settlers recognized the strategic value of this island-like geography, which eventually became a vital center for naval operations and shipbuilding. The development of Alameda relied heavily on its accessibility by water, fostering a culture of industry that shifted from agricultural roots to the heavy machinery required for twentieth-century defense. Even as the industrial focus receded, the echoes of those early builders remain in the enduring architecture of the older neighborhoods and the layout of the streets that curve gently to accommodate the flow of the tides.

Economic life in Alameda currently thrives on a blend of adaptive reuse and modern professional services, housed in structures that once served the military. The infrastructure supports a diverse array of businesses, ranging from tech startups to specialized manufacturing, which occupy the expansive footprints left by former naval facilities. While no major universities reside directly within the boundaries of Alameda, the proximity to world-class academic institutions in the surrounding region ensures a steady influx of talent and innovation. Daily travel is facilitated by a robust network of transit options that bridge the distance to the mainland, maintaining the vitality of the local commerce without sacrificing the deliberate, measured pace of life that defines the area.

Cultural identity in Alameda reflects a deep appreciation for the outdoors, often seen in the weekend gatherings at Jackson Park or the quiet contemplation of the Pacific Ocean from the western shoreline. The proximity to Coast Guard Island reinforces a sense of order and vigilance, while local festivals often highlight the maritime heritage that continues to shape the social calendar. Sports enthusiasts follow the professional teams based in the wider metropolitan region, yet there is a singular pride in the local high school athletics that draw neighbors together on crisp Friday nights. Famous figures who have walked these streets often share a common trait of creative or technical ingenuity, mirroring the inventiveness required to build a life on such a unique, bounded landscape.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Shoreline Park (Local Park) — 0.1 mi, 276° W
Crown Memorial Regional Shoreline (Local Park) — 1.0 mi, 020° N
Alameda Art Association (Gallery) — 1.1 mi, 025° NE
Veterans Building (Local Recreation) — 1.8 mi, 023° NE
Robert W. Crown State Marine Conservation Area (Marine Protected Area) — 1.9 mi, 333° NW
Altarena Playhouse (Theatre) — 1.9 mi, 053° NE
Crab Cove Marine Reserve (Nature Reserve) — 1.9 mi, 330° NW
Alameda Shellmound Plaque (Monument) — 2.0 mi, 054° NE
Christmas Tree Lane (Attraction) — 2.2 mi, 056° NE
Frank Bette Center for the Arts (Arts Centre) — 2.2 mi, 004° N
ATK Baseball Field (Monument) — 2.3 mi, 024° NE
Hālau Makana Polynesian Cultural Arts Center (Arts Centre) — 2.3 mi, 353° N
Pacific Pinball Museum (Museum) — 2.4 mi, 338° N
Oakport Field (Local Recreation) — 2.5 mi, 077° E
First Transcontinental Railroad (Monument) — 2.5 mi, 338° N
White Elephant Mural (Public Artwork) — 2.5 mi, 037° NE
Cohen Bray House (Museum) — 3.1 mi, 034° NE
Cricket Engine (Gallery) — 3.3 mi, 359° N
Henry J. Kaiser Center Arena (Theatre) — 3.8 mi, 359° N
Friday Nights @ OMCA with Off the Grid (Attraction) — 3.9 mi, 357° N
Peralta Hacienda Historical (Museum) — 3.9 mi, 037° NE
The Grand Gallery (Gallery) — 4.0 mi, 345° N
Gondola Servizio (Attraction) — 4.2 mi, 359° N
Candlestick Point State Recreation Area (State Recreation Area) — 6.2 mi, 249° W
Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 8.5 mi, 131° SE · 81k acres
Golden Gate National Recreation Area (National Recreation Area) — 10.0 mi, 296° NW · 113k acres
Angel Island State Park (State Park) — 11.7 mi, 312° NW
California Coastal National Monument (National Monument) — 12.9 mi, 285° W · 8,946 acres
Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary (Marine Protected Area) — 15.7 mi, 290° W
Point Reyes National Seashore (National Lakeshore) — 26.7 mi, 295° NW · 135k acres

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