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Fountain Valley California Map

Explore Fountain Valley, 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 Fountain Valley, California

How to Use This Fountain Valley, California Map

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

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	Fountain Valley
State	California (CA)
County	Orange County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles)

Latitude	33.709185
Longitude	-117.95367
Population	57,047
Density	2427.9 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	92708, 92728
Area Code	949
County Seat	Santa Ana
School District	Huntington Beach Union High School District

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About Fountain Valley, California

Fountain Valley is a locality in Orange County, California, United States. It has a population of 57,047. The population density is 2427.9 people per km². Fountain Valley is located at 33.7092°N, 117.9537°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. Fountain Valley is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 92708, 92728.

Fountain Valley occupies a flat, expansive plain that catches the soft, golden light of the Pacific as it filters through the coastal haze each evening. It lies 4.3 miles northeast of Huntington Beach, CA (from Huntington Beach, CA: bearing 38°T), and is situated 9.0 miles south-southwest of Anaheim. The terrain remains largely level, a product of ancient alluvial deposits that once supported vast stretches of farmland before the suburban grid took hold. Residents often look toward the western horizon, where the air grows thick with the salt-tinged influence of the nearby coast, mere miles away. Within the quiet neighborhoods, the Talbert Channel provides a subtle, rhythmic boundary to the landscape, its concrete-lined path serving as a quiet artery that moves water toward the distant tide. Even with the urban development, the presence of Heritage Park offers a green, intentional space where the sky feels a little wider and the pace of the day slows to match the swaying of the trees.

Fountain Valley began as a quiet agricultural expanse, defined by peat soil and the labor of settlers who recognized the fertility of the low-lying basin. Early inhabitants cultivated fields of sugar beets and lima beans, marking the earth with rows that defined the rhythm of the seasons for decades. Over time, the transformation from rural acreage into a structured grid of homes and commerce unfolded as the postwar era pushed the boundaries of neighboring expansion. The identity of Fountain Valley remains rooted in this shift from the agrarian quietude of the past to a modern configuration, where the memory of those original, dark-soiled fields still informs the character of the streets.

Economic vitality in Fountain Valley pulses through a diverse array of businesses, ranging from medical technology firms to a robust service sector that caters to the local population. The infrastructure is defined by wide, arterial boulevards that allow for the efficient movement of commuters, connecting the residential zones to the broader regional economy. While no major universities occupy the land itself, the proximity to neighboring academic centers ensures a steady flow of intellectual energy and professional development. Life here is anchored by the presence of regional hospitals and specialized clinics, which stand as pillars of the local industry, ensuring that the daily operations of Fountain Valley are marked by a sense of stability and professional focus.

Cultural life in Fountain Valley unfolds through a series of annual community gatherings that draw neighbors together under the clear, Mediterranean sun. The local calendar is punctuated by festivals that celebrate the heritage of the region, often drawing crowds to public spaces where the scent of diverse culinary traditions fills the air. For those seeking a connection to the natural world, the proximity to the coast allows for easy excursions toward the shores of Bolsa Bay, while inland, the sight of Grizzly Peak rising on the distant horizon provides a sharp, jagged contrast to the gentle slope of the land. Whether observing the quiet, mirrored surface of Laguna Lake or visiting the singular beauty of Bear Claw Fall, residents find that the surrounding geography lends a quiet grace to the experience of living in Fountain Valley.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Mile Square Golf Course (Local Recreation) — 0.5 mi, 360° N
Green Valley Park (Private Recreation) — 0.6 mi, 076° E
Mile Square Regional Park (Local Park) — 0.7 mi, 047° NE
Ellis Park (Local Park) — 1.0 mi, 166° S
Sapphire Center (Theatre) — 1.3 mi, 353° N
Santa Ana River Trail (Local Recreation) — 1.4 mi, 129° SE
Tran Hung Doa (Public Artwork) — 1.5 mi, 032° NE
Viện Bảo Tàng Lịch Sử Quân Lực Việt Nam Cộng Hòa (Museum) — 2.4 mi, 355° N
Trần Hưng Đạo (Monument) — 2.6 mi, 338° N
Starlight Theatre Co (Theatre) — 3.3 mi, 128° SE
Emperor Quang Trung (Monument) — 3.3 mi, 016° N
Dr. Jack B. Holland (Monument) — 3.6 mi, 136° SE
Dennis Kelly Public Aquarium (Aquarium) — 3.6 mi, 140° SE
Edwards Metro Pointe Stadium 12 (Cinema) — 3.6 mi, 113° SE
Martin Lawrence Galleries (Gallery) — 3.7 mi, 109° E
Showcase Gallery (Gallery) — 3.7 mi, 104° E
Bear Street Gallery (Gallery) — 3.7 mi, 104° E
Bolsa Chica Ecological Reserve (State Conservation Area) — 4.0 mi, 256° W
World's largest surfboard (Attraction) — 4.4 mi, 218° SW
Bolsa Chica State Beach (State Park) — 4.6 mi, 217° SW
Bolsa Chica Basin State Marine Conservation Area (Marine Protected Area) — 4.6 mi, 259° W
Huntington State Beach (State Park) — 4.7 mi, 205° SW
Triangle Square Cinemas (Cinema) — 5.0 mi, 156° SE
Full Tidal Basin Overlook (Viewpoint) — 5.2 mi, 266° W
Upper Newport Bay State Marine Conservation Area (Marine Protected Area) — 5.5 mi, 138° SE
The Wayward Artist (Arts Centre) — 5.5 mi, 062° NE
WWII 16 inch Gun Mount (Historic Ruins) — 5.7 mi, 267° W
Jack and Shanaz Langson Institute and Museum of California Art (Museum) — 6.1 mi, 115° SE
Seal Beach National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 6.4 mi, 283° W · 1,777 acres
California Coastal National Monument (National Monument) — 9.3 mi, 150° SE · 8,946 acres

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