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Concord California Map

Explore Concord, 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 Concord, California

How to Use This Concord, California Map

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

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

Latitude	37.972186
Longitude	-122.001606
Population	125,410
Density	1584.8 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	94520, 94518, 94519, 94521, 94522
Area Code	510
County Seat	Martinez
School District	Mount Diablo Unified School District

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About Concord, California

Concord is a locality in Contra Costa County, California, United States. With a population of 125,410, Concord is a major urban centre in California. The population density is 1584.8 people per km². Concord is located at 37.9722°N, 122.0016°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. Concord is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 94520, 94518, 94519.

Concord spreads across a broad, sun-warmed expanse where the golden grasses of the lowlands meet the persistent, cooling influence of the Pacific Ocean just five miles to the west. It lies 2.6 miles northeast of Pleasant Hill, CA (from Pleasant Hill, CA: bearing 38°T), and is situated 8.7 miles west-southwest of Pittsburg. The physical character of Concord is defined by the gentle, open floor of the Clayton Valley, a basin that holds the late afternoon heat long after the shadows have lengthened. To the east, the distant, hazy blue outlines of the Coast Ranges provide a rugged backdrop, while the immediate landscape is punctuated by the quiet, winding path of Pine Creek as it marks the earth. Within the local topography, the serene waters of Mallard Reservoir offer a reflective stillness, and the local grounds of John F. Baldwin Park provide a persistent, green anchor for the surrounding residential streets.

Founding narratives of Concord trace back to the mid-nineteenth century, a period when the land was defined by vast stretches of open ranching country rather than the suburban grid that defines the modern map. The early settlers saw in the soil of the Clayton Valley an opportunity for orchards and grain, transforming the terrain into a productive agricultural center that slowly evolved from its Spanish-era land grant origins. Over time, Concord transitioned from these agrarian roots into a vital residential and commercial hub, shedding its rural isolation as the infrastructure of the surrounding region expanded. This evolution left behind a legacy of adaptation, where the original, quiet rhythm of the valley floor remains visible beneath the layers of subsequent development.

Economic life in Concord finds its strength in a diverse array of professional services, retail centers, and regional transportation networks that link the populace to the wider labor market. The infrastructure here is underscored by a robust network of freeways and transit systems that facilitate the movement of daily commuters, while local industry focuses on service, healthcare, and administrative sectors. Educational opportunities are anchored by nearby collegiate institutions that provide a steady stream of intellectual capital, fostering a workforce that is both mobile and technically skilled. As the sun dips toward the horizon, the city’s commercial arteries pulse with activity, reflecting a balance between the necessity of industry and the pragmatic requirements of a growing suburban population.

Cultural identity in Concord is expressed through a blend of seasonal gatherings and a deep appreciation for the natural features that define the region. Residents often gather for major annual festivals that celebrate the local heritage, while the proximity to the Seal Islands and the nearby shoreline allows for frequent excursions toward the Pacific Ocean. While professional sports teams are generally followed through the lens of regional loyalty to larger neighboring urban centers, the local pride remains centered on community landmarks and the shared experience of the Mediterranean-influenced climate. Among the notable figures who have walked these streets, the legendary jazz pianist Dave Brubeck stands out as a son of the region, his creative spirit echoing the same open, atmospheric quality found in the light as it drifts over the valley at dusk.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Contra Costa Canal Trail (Nature Reserve) — 0.2 mi, 150° SE
Ruth Bancroft Garden & Nursery (Nature Reserve) — 1.3 mi, 201° S
Silver Terrace Cemetery (Historic Site) — 1.6 mi, 264° W
City of Concord History Museum (Museum) — 1.6 mi, 282° W
Todos Santos Plaza (Attraction) — 1.6 mi, 282° W
Lindsay Wildlife Experience (Zoo / Wildlife Park) — 1.8 mi, 241° SW
Concord Pavilion (Theatre / Concert Hall) — 2.7 mi, 277° W
John Muir National Historic Site (Historic Site) — 3.9 mi, 203° SW
Mount Diablo State Park (Nature Reserve) — 8.7 mi, 145° SE
Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve (Nature Reserve) — 9.3 mi, 091° E
El Dorado Fields (Local Recreation) — 0.6 mi, 074° E
Concord Community Park (Local Park) — 0.7 mi, 235° SW
Newhall Community Park (Local Park) — 0.8 mi, 152° SE
Lime Ridge Open Space (Local Recreation) — 1.3 mi, 210° SW
Vietnam War Memorial (Monument) — 1.4 mi, 137° SE
Concord Historical Museum (Museum) — 1.8 mi, 273° W
Lime Ridge Labyrinth (Large) (Public Artwork) — 2.7 mi, 174° S
US Army helicopter (Attraction) — 3.1 mi, 288° W
Soldiers' Memorial Monument (Monument) — 3.8 mi, 238° SW
Clayton Historical Society Museum (Museum) — 4.2 mi, 120° SE
Clayton Club Saloon (Monument) — 4.2 mi, 121° SE
Mount Diablo State Park (State Park) — 4.4 mi, 151° SE
Walnut Creek Model Railroad Society (Museum) — 5.2 mi, 229° SW
Point Edith Wildlife Area (State Conservation Area) — 5.5 mi, 328° NW
Donner Cabin (Historic Ruins) — 6.0 mi, 135° SE
Alhambra Creek Valley Staging Area (Attraction) — 6.7 mi, 261° W
Labyrinth (Attraction) — 6.8 mi, 258° W
Pittsburg Historical Museum (Museum) — 7.6 mi, 057° NE
Grizzly Island Wildlife Area (State Conservation Area) — 8.6 mi, 022° N
San Pablo Bay National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 18.4 mi, 304° NW · 43k acres

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