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Contra Costa Centre California Map

Explore Contra Costa Centre, 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 Contra Costa Centre, California

How to Use This Contra Costa Centre, California Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Contra Costa Centre, 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 Contra Costa Centre.

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

Latitude	37.927522
Longitude	-122.057859
Population	6,808
Density	4126.5 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Code	94597
Area Code	510
County Seat	Martinez
School District	Acalanes Union High School District

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About Contra Costa Centre, California

Contra Costa Centre is a locality in Contra Costa County, California, United States. It has a population of approximately 6,808. The population density is 4126.5 people per km². Contra Costa Centre is located at 37.9275°N, 122.0579°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 94597.

Contra Costa Centre anchors itself firmly within a landscape defined by the subtle, golden warmth of the California sun. It lies 1.4 miles south of Pleasant Hill, CA (from Pleasant Hill, CA: bearing 174°T), and is situated 3.8 miles south-southwest of Concord. The local terrain maintains a quiet dignity, standing only eight miles from the vast expanse of the Pacific Ocean, where the marine air often drifts inland to cool the late afternoon. Nearby, the waters of Walnut Creek trace a steady path through the earth, providing a vital, rhythmic pulse to the surrounding environment. To the east, the distant silhouette of the Coast Ranges rises against the horizon, grounding the visual field with its ancient, weathered presence. Within the immediate boundaries of Contra Costa Centre, the verdant canopy of Fox Creek Park offers a serene refuge where the light filters softly through the trees during the quiet hours of the day.

History in Contra Costa Centre reflects the steady, industrious spirit of a region that has evolved from its agricultural roots into a modern hub of professional activity. The local economy thrives on a diverse base of corporate commerce and service-oriented industries that have flourished in this well-connected corridor. Beyond the bustling office plazas, the proximity to Ygnacio Valley influences the character of the land, reminding residents of the fertile basins that once defined the broader territory. While the pace of trade remains brisk, the quietude of Leland Reservoir, located just three miles away, provides a necessary counterpoint to the demands of the working day. This intersection of commerce and geography ensures that Contra Costa Centre remains a place where the forward momentum of the present is always balanced by the enduring nature of the terrain.

Cultural life in Contra Costa Centre finds its expression in the daily interactions of a population that values both efficiency and a measured, thoughtful existence. Landmarks here are defined less by monuments and more by the functional elegance of the modern architecture that defines the skyline. The community calendar often revolves around the seasonal shifts in the weather, which dictate the rhythm of outdoor gatherings and social events. While the area does not serve as a primary residence for globally recognized celebrities, it hosts a populace that contributes significantly to the professional and intellectual life of the region. On clear days, the view toward the Seal Islands provides a distant, contemplative focal point for those who pause to observe the horizon. Contra Costa Centre thus cultivates a distinct personality, one that appreciates the clarity of its surroundings and the purposeful energy of its inhabitants.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Larkey Park (Local Park) — 0.9 mi, 254° W
Walnut Creek Model Railroad Society (Museum) — 0.9 mi, 248° W
Soldiers' Memorial Monument (Monument) — 1.1 mi, 352° N
Acalanes Ridge Open Space (Local Recreation) — 1.5 mi, 238° SW
Shell Ridge Open Space (Local Recreation) — 2.0 mi, 163° S
Storyvanes (Public Artwork) — 2.2 mi, 088° E
Briones Regional Park (Local Park) — 2.5 mi, 289° W
Concord Historical Museum (Museum) — 3.4 mi, 021° N
Old Borges Ranch (Monument) — 4.0 mi, 130° SE
Labyrinth (Attraction) — 4.0 mi, 295° NW
US Army helicopter (Attraction) — 4.1 mi, 002° N
Alhambra Creek Valley Staging Area (Attraction) — 4.1 mi, 299° NW
Vietnam War Memorial (Monument) — 4.5 mi, 063° NE
Mount Diablo State Park (State Park) — 4.8 mi, 108° E
Clayton Historical Society Museum (Museum) — 6.8 mi, 082° E
Donner Cabin (Historic Ruins) — 7.4 mi, 099° E
Main Street Arts Gallery (Gallery) — 7.5 mi, 325° NW
LC Galleries (Gallery) — 7.5 mi, 325° NW
Martinez Museum (Museum) — 7.6 mi, 327° NW
Mary Bowerman Trail Overlook (Viewpoint) — 8.4 mi, 112° E
Historic Green Ranch Site (Historic Ruins) — 8.9 mi, 116° SE
City of Benicia Fishing Pier (Attraction) — 10.0 mi, 324° NW
Benicia Plein Air Gallery (Gallery) — 10.0 mi, 326° NW
San Pablo Bay National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 18.1 mi, 317° NW · 43k acres
Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 19.0 mi, 194° S · 81k acres
Golden Gate National Recreation Area (National Recreation Area) — 20.8 mi, 250° W · 113k acres

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