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Atherton California Map

Explore Atherton, 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 Atherton, California

How to Use This Atherton, California Map

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

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

Latitude	37.461327
Longitude	-122.197743
Population	7,188
Density	553.3 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	94027
Area Code	415, 628
County Seat	Redwood City
School District	Sequoia Union High School District

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About Atherton, California

Atherton is a locality in San Mateo County, California, United States. It has a population of approximately 7,188. The population density is 553.3 people per km². Atherton is located at 37.4613°N, 122.1977°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. Atherton is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 94027.

Atherton maintains a quiet dignity within its landscape, defined by expansive residential estates and ancient oaks that define the local canopy.

It lies 1.1 miles north-northeast of San Lorenzo, CA (from San Lorenzo, CA: bearing 32°T), and is situated 2.5 miles northwest of Hayward.

The Pacific Ocean exerts its influence on the atmosphere here, sending a cool, salt-tinged mist toward the inland reaches of the property lines. To the east, San Francisquito Creek traces a path through the earth, while the distant silhouettes of the Coast Ranges provide a sharp, jagged horizon against the afternoon sun. Residents find solace in the greenery of Holbrook-Palmer Recreation Park, a space that serves as a verdant anchor for the neighborhood. On clear days, the light catches the surface of Bear Gulch Reservoir, reflecting the deep blue of the sky as it sits quietly in its basin. The air feels heavy with the scent of dry grass and pine, a reminder of the proximity to the wilder stretches of the valley.

Atherton emerged from the pastoral traditions of early California, evolving from large agricultural landholdings into a residential sanctuary for those drawn to the temperate climate. The local economy is defined not by large-scale industry, but by the intellectual and professional output of its residents, many of whom have shaped the modern technological landscape. While the town remains primarily residential, the legacy of its founding families persists in the preservation of large parcels of land that resist dense commercial development. The rhythm of daily life is dictated by the passage of time rather than the frantic pace of the surrounding urban centers. Wealth has allowed Atherton to maintain a singular character, favoring privacy and the slow growth of its arboreal environment over the demands of rapid expansion.

Cultural life in Atherton centers on the intimate gatherings of neighbors and the quiet appreciation of the natural world. Notable residents, such as the legendary musician Jerry Garcia and the esteemed diplomat George Shultz, once walked these streets, contributing to a legacy of quiet distinction. Residents often spend their leisure time traversing the Sylvan Trail, which offers a secluded path through the woodlands that characterize the area. While Greco Island remains a distant feature of the nearby marshlands, it serves as a reminder of the complex geography that defines the wider region. Every year, local events emphasize the importance of community spirit and the maintenance of the historic estates that give Atherton its signature aesthetic. The environment encourages a contemplative existence, where the shade of a heritage tree is valued as highly as any modern architectural achievement.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Holbrook-Palmer Recreation Park (Local Recreation) — 0.2 mi, 075° E
Historic Railroad Station (Attraction) — 1.0 mi, 119° SE
Peabody Fine Art Gallery and Framing (Gallery) — 1.0 mi, 124° SE
More Silent Than More (Public Artwork) — 1.0 mi, 136° SE
Simon Breitbard (Gallery) — 1.0 mi, 136° SE
Sense Fine Art (Gallery) — 1.0 mi, 138° SE
Fremont Park (Local Park) — 1.0 mi, 143° SE
Portola Journey's End (Monument) — 1.7 mi, 122° SE
Ira E. Bonde commemorative plaque (Monument) — 1.8 mi, 122° SE
El Palo Alto (city’s namesake redwood tree) (Attraction) — 1.8 mi, 123° SE
Memorial Tablet (Monument) — 1.8 mi, 143° SE
Tower Well structure (historic) (Attraction) — 2.0 mi, 122° SE
Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 2.1 mi, 032° NE · 81k acres
Bedwell Bayfront Park (Local Park) — 2.1 mi, 031° NE
Stem Cell Research information placards (Attraction) — 2.3 mi, 151° SE
Center for Creativity (Arts Centre) — 2.3 mi, 318° NW
Domin Hoskins Black History Museum & Learning Center (Museum) — 2.3 mi, 314° NW
Casa Círculo Cultural (Arts Centre) — 2.4 mi, 319° NW
Redwood Downtown 20 and XD (Cinema) — 2.4 mi, 315° NW
Fox Theatre (Theatre) — 2.5 mi, 315° NW
NVIDIA Auditorium (Theatre) — 2.6 mi, 151° SE
Bair Island State Marine Park (Marine Protected Area) — 3.1 mi, 332° NW
Bair Island Ecological Reserve (State Conservation Area) — 3.2 mi, 332° NW
Jasper Ridge Reserve (Conservation Area) — 3.6 mi, 203° SW
Baylands Preserve (Local Conservation Area) — 3.9 mi, 078° E
Woodside Store (Museum) — 4.8 mi, 244° SW
Golden Gate National Recreation Area (National Recreation Area) — 5.0 mi, 257° W · 113k acres
Redwood Shores State Marine Park (Marine Protected Area) — 5.4 mi, 339° N
Burleigh H. Murray Ranch (State Park) — 8.0 mi, 270° W
California Coastal National Monument (National Monument) — 13.2 mi, 239° SW · 8,946 acres

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