Blackhawk California Map

About Blackhawk, California

Blackhawk is a locality in Contra Costa County, California, United States. It has a population of 10,137. The population density is 695.5 people per km². Blackhawk is located at 37.8208°N, 121.9077°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 94506.

Blackhawk unfolds across rolling hills, a tapestry of emerald and ochre under a vast California sky. It lies 4.8 miles north-east of San Ramon, CA (from San Ramon, CA: bearing 54°T), and is situated 8.3 miles north of Dublin. The landscape here is a study in contrasts: manicured lawns and stately homes brush against the wilder, chaparral-clad slopes that climb towards the horizon. Golden eagles, silhouetted against the setting sun, are a common sight, their silent patrols a reminder of the untamed spirit that still breathes in the canyons. The air, especially in the early morning, carries a crispness that hints at the distant Sierra Nevada, a subtle coolness that belies the region's generally warm embrace. Oak trees, ancient and gnarled, stand sentinel on the ridges, their branches reaching out like weathered hands, bearing witness to centuries of quiet growth. Blackhawk's story is one of transformation, from its roots in ranching and agriculture to its present-day character as an exclusive residential enclave. The rich soil, once dedicated to vineyards and orchards, now supports the verdant fairways of championship golf courses, a testament to a shift in the local economy. The echoes of its past are subtle, found in the names of streets and the enduring spirit of community that pervades the country club and its surrounding neighborhoods. This is a place where the pursuit of a tranquil, upscale lifestyle has become the prevailing current, drawing those who appreciate both the natural beauty and the refined amenities.

About This Blackhawk Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Blackhawk, California with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Blackhawk and Contra Costa County.

Detailed location data for Blackhawk includes the ZIP code (94506), telephone area code (510), county seat of Contra Costa County (Martinez), and school district assignment (San Ramon Valley Unified School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Blackhawk is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.