Explore Fullerton, 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.
This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Fullerton, 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 Fullerton.
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 | Fullerton |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Orange County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) |
| Latitude | 33.885716 |
| Longitude | -117.928025 |
| Population | 143,617 |
| Density | 2473.4 /km² |
| Incorporated | Yes |
| ZIP Codes | 92832, 92835, 92831, 92833, 92834 |
| Area Code | 949 |
| County Seat | Santa Ana |
| School District | Fullerton Joint Union High School District |
Fullerton asserts its presence upon the landscape through the persistent, winding path of Brea Creek, which carves a deliberate course through the terrain. It lies 2.5 miles north-northwest of Anaheim, CA (from Anaheim, CA: bearing 346°T), and is situated 9.2 miles north-northwest of Santa Ana. The horizon is defined by the distant, hazy silhouette of the San Gabriel Mountains, a jagged boundary that keeps watch over the shifting Pacific light as it filters across the plains. While the Pacific Ocean lies twelve miles away, its influence arrives in the form of cool, salt-tinged evening fogs that roll inland to settle over the dry, sun-bleached grasses. The local topography is marked by the proximity of Brea Canyon, where the earth rises in subtle, rugged swells, providing a stark contrast to the flat, open expanses that characterize the lower reaches of the basin. Residents often find respite in the quiet green space of Union Pacific Park, a local focal point where the pace of the day slows under the shade of mature trees.
Agricultural roots run deep in the foundational story of Fullerton, tracing back to an era when the landscape was defined by vast groves of citrus that thrived in the fertile, sun-drenched soil. The establishment of the settlement followed the expansion of the rail lines, which transformed the surrounding fields into a hub for the shipping and distribution of produce. Early settlers recognized the potential of the land, organizing the infrastructure to support a growing population that moved from ranching to intensive orchard cultivation. Over decades, the character of Fullerton shifted from a quiet agrarian outpost into a center of commerce, yet the original grid layout and the permanence of the early architecture remain as silent witnesses to the ambitious spirit of those who first broke the ground.
Economic vitality in Fullerton now draws strength from a diverse array of professional sectors, anchored by a robust foundation of higher education and modern infrastructure. California State University, Fullerton serves as a primary engine for intellectual and workforce development, bringing a constant flow of energy to the surrounding streets and businesses. The local economy is further bolstered by a blend of manufacturing, logistics, and professional services that capitalize on the accessibility of the region. As the Raymond Retarding Basin manages the flow of water and provides a subtle, engineered balance to the landscape, the city maintains a steady rhythm of industry that bridges the gap between traditional commerce and the evolving demands of the modern regional market.
Cultural life in Fullerton vibrates with a distinct intensity, expressed through a vibrant music scene and a deep appreciation for the arts that distinguishes it from neighboring municipalities. The downtown district serves as a gathering place for those who seek independent galleries and live performance venues, while the annual festivals draw crowds that appreciate the blend of historical preservation and contemporary creative expression. Sports culture is defined by the passionate support for local college athletics, where the competitive spirit of the university teams often sets the tone for the season. Notable figures such as Leo Fender, who revolutionized the world of music through his innovations in guitar manufacturing, have left an indelible mark on the identity of Fullerton, cementing its reputation as a place where technical precision and artistic vision converge.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Fullerton, California. Coordinates: 33.885716, -117.928025. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.
Detailed location data for Fullerton includes the ZIP code (92832, 92835, 92831), telephone area code (949), county seat of Orange County (Santa Ana), and school district assignment (Fullerton Joint Union High School District).
Search Maps opens a second, independent map. It searches OpenStreetMap for any US town, county or landmark by name; offers USGS topographic maps and USGS aerial imagery as base layers; overlays a labelled U.S. National Grid (USNG) so the map can be read like a printed topographic quad; measures distance and grid, true and magnetic bearings between any two points; and takes a single GPS fix reporting your position as a USNG grid reference and as latitude and longitude. Map tiles require cell coverage, but a GPS position does not, so the coordinates remain correct even where the map cannot load.
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | September 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Map layers | Google Maps; © OpenStreetMap contributors; USGS The National Map topographic and aerial imagery (public domain); magnetic declination from NOAA NCEI (World Magnetic Model) |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |