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Anderson California Map

Explore Anderson, 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 Anderson, California

How to Use This Anderson, California Map

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

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

Latitude	40.448208
Longitude	-122.297782
Population	11,323
Density	621.8 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	96007
Area Code	530
County Seat	Redding
School District	Anderson Union High School District

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About Anderson, California

Anderson is a locality in Shasta County, California, United States. It has a population of 11,323. The population density is 621.8 people per km². Anderson is located at 40.4482°N, 122.2978°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. Anderson is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 96007.

Anderson reveals its character through the quiet persistence of Anderson Creek as it winds through the landscape. It lies 10.8 miles south-southeast of Redding, CA (from Redding, CA: bearing 153°T), and is situated 8.3 miles south-southeast of Enterprise. The surrounding terrain is defined by the sun-drenched expanse of the Sacramento Valley, where the air holds a dry, golden clarity during the long summer months. To the east, the jagged silhouette of the Cascade Range anchors the horizon, providing a constant, imposing reference point for the inhabitants. A short distance away, the topography dips into the subtle depressions of Telephone Gulch, contrasting with the flatter, expansive plains that stretch toward the horizon. Those seeking the stillness of deeper waters often venture ten miles to the banks of Coleman Forebay, where the water mirrors the shifting hues of the sky.

Anderson developed from the rhythms of the land, evolving as a hub for the timber and agricultural industries that once fueled the regional economy. Early laborers gathered here to harvest the bounty of the valley, establishing a settlement that favored utility and resilient growth over ornamental display. Today, the local economy maintains a steady pace, reflecting the pragmatic history of those who first cleared the soil and organized the trade routes through the valley floor. The labor of previous generations left a legacy of industriousness that still informs the daily work of the modern workforce. This dedication to craft remains evident in the way businesses operate, keeping Anderson connected to its foundations while adapting to the needs of a changing world.

Cultural life in Anderson finds its most accessible expression at Veterans Park, a central space where the community gathers to mark the seasons and observe local milestones. The atmosphere is one of unpretentious neighborliness, where the quality of the light at dusk often turns the dusty streets into a warm, amber glow. Residents take pride in the straightforward nature of their surroundings, favoring the authenticity of their local institutions over grander, synthetic attractions. While the area has seen various figures pass through, the focus remains on the collective spirit of the people who reside here year-round. Daily life follows a measured, predictable tempo, allowing for a deep appreciation of the simple, open horizon that defines the essence of Anderson.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Anderson Veterans Memorial (Monument) — 0.1 mi, 332° NW
Volonte Park (Local Park) — 0.4 mi, 192° S
Anderson River Park (Local Park) — 1.5 mi, 036° NE
California-Oregon Highway Historical Marker (Monument) — 1.9 mi, 311° NW
Clover Creek Ecological Reserve (State Conservation Area) — 2.0 mi, 039° NE
Anderson Fishing Access (State Recreation Area) — 2.3 mi, 060° NE
Clear Creek/sacramento River Island Area of Critical Environmental Concern (Area of Critical Environmental Concern) — 3.4 mi, 331° NW
Mouth of Cottonwood Creek Wildlife Area (State Conservation Area) — 4.3 mi, 126° SE
Lassen National Forest (National Forest) — 4.6 mi, 359° N · 1.1M acres
Sacramento River (Wild & Scenic River) — 5.6 mi, 112° E · 8,248 acres
Sacramento River/bend Area Area of Critical Environmental Concern (Area of Critical Environmental Concern) — 5.7 mi, 114° SE
Clear Creek Gold Discovery Historical Marker (Monument) — 5.9 mi, 313° NW
Battle Creek (Wild & Scenic River) — 6.9 mi, 126° SE · 12k acres
Palo Cedro Video (Cinema) — 8.6 mi, 021° N
Nur Pon Salmon Run (Public Artwork) — 9.3 mi, 335° NW
Clear Creek Gorge Overlook (Viewpoint) — 9.4 mi, 289° W
Turtle Bay Bird Sanctuary (Nature Reserve) — 10.5 mi, 339° N
Art Gallery (Gallery) — 10.7 mi, 337° NW
Amphitheater (Theatre) — 11.0 mi, 287° W
Whiskeytown-Shasta-Trinity National Recreation Area (National Recreation Area) — 13.4 mi, 305° NW · 42k acres
Shasta Lake Ranger Station (Attraction) — 17.7 mi, 353° N
Shasta National Forest (National Forest) — 19.1 mi, 003° N · 1.2M acres
Prime Cinemas (Cinema) — 19.8 mi, 169° S
Kennett (Historic Ruins) — 21.1 mi, 344° N
Afterthought Mine (Historic Ruins) — 23.0 mi, 031° NE
Lake Shasta Caverns (Attraction) — 24.6 mi, 359° N
Tehama County Museum (Museum) — 30.5 mi, 162° S
Jake Jackson Memorial Museum (Museum) — 38.9 mi, 300° NW
Highland Art Center (Arts Centre) — 38.9 mi, 300° NW
Seismograph (Attraction) — 39.1 mi, 081° E

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