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Hilmar California Map

Explore Hilmar, 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 Hilmar, California

How to Use This Hilmar, California Map

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

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	Hilmar
State	California (CA)
County	Merced County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles)

Latitude	37.408548
Longitude	-120.850204
Population	5,720
Density	280.0 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Code	95324
Area Code	408, 669
County Seat	Merced

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About Hilmar, California

Hilmar is a locality in Merced County, California, United States. It has a population of approximately 5,720. The population density is 280.0 people per km². Hilmar is located at 37.4085°N, 120.8502°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 95324.

Hilmar stretches across a flat, expansive reach of the Central Valley where the horizon holds an immense, unobstructed quality of light. It lies 4.3 miles west-southwest of Delhi, CA (from Delhi, CA: bearing 247°T), and is situated 6.0 miles south of Turlock. The Merced River flows just two miles away, providing a quiet, constant pulse of water through the surrounding agricultural plains. On clear days, the distant silhouettes of the Coast Ranges emerge as a faint, jagged line against the western sky. Residents often find solace in the open space of Hagman Park, a local sanctuary that offers a brief respite from the sun-drenched fields. Those seeking still water may venture to Lake Honda, which sits six miles from the center of the community.

Hilmar grew from a foundation of industrious settlement, deeply influenced by waves of immigrants who recognized the potential of the rich, dark soil. The local economy remains anchored to the land, with dairy production and large-scale processing facilities defining the industrial silhouette of the landscape. Families here have spent generations refining the art of cultivation, turning the flat expanse into a productive engine that feeds far beyond the immediate region. The rhythm of daily life follows the seasonal cycles of harvest and growth, creating a steady, predictable hum of activity. Despite the modern demands of commerce, the connection to the earth remains the primary fiber of the local experience.

Hilmar maintains a distinct cultural identity rooted in its Scandinavian heritage, which persists in the traditions and community values observed by its citizens. The Hilmar Cheese Company serves as a significant landmark, acting as both a primary employer and a recognizable symbol of the region’s economic output. Throughout the year, local gatherings and school events provide a social anchor, bringing neighbors together in spaces that feel both familiar and enduring. While the pace of life favors quiet persistence over fast-moving trends, the residents take pride in a work ethic that has remained consistent for decades. Notable individuals with ties to the area, such as former professional football player John Friesz, reflect the community's capacity for fostering dedication and discipline in those who grow up among these fields.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Hagaman Park (Local Park) — 2.9 mi, 178° S
Taylor Park (Local Park) — 3.9 mi, 066° NE
Double T Acres Ag Museum (Museum) — 5.6 mi, 206° SW
Palace Market (Monument) — 6.0 mi, 003° N
Stan State Art Space (Gallery) — 6.0 mi, 001° N
Pat Portwood (Monument) — 6.2 mi, 006° N
Turlock Community Theater (Theatre) — 6.3 mi, 009° N
George J. Hatfield State Recreation Area (State Recreation Area) — 6.7 mi, 239° SW
West Hilmar Wildlife Area (State Conservation Area) — 7.0 mi, 266° W
The Heart of Livingston (Public Artwork) — 7.1 mi, 103° E
North Grasslands Wildlife Area (State Conservation Area) — 7.4 mi, 224° SW
San Joaquin River National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 7.5 mi, 258° W · 15k acres
Christmas Tree Lane (Attraction) — 7.5 mi, 007° N
McConnell State Recreation Area (State Recreation Area) — 7.5 mi, 086° E
Great Valley Grasslands State Park (State Park) — 7.7 mi, 181° S
San Luis National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 7.7 mi, 196° S · 36k acres
Blessing of the Oak Trees (Monument) — 7.9 mi, 360° N
Grasslands Wildlife Management Area (National Conservation Area) — 7.9 mi, 180° S · 30k acres
University Art Gallery (Gallery) — 8.0 mi, 356° N
Vista Point (Viewpoint) — 15.8 mi, 242° SW
McHenry Museum (Museum) — 18.0 mi, 334° NW
Mistlin Gallery (Gallery) — 18.0 mi, 333° NW
Brenden Modesto 18 (Cinema) — 18.1 mi, 333° NW
Volta Wildlife Area (National Conservation Area) — 18.6 mi, 189° S · 6,633 acres
Volta State Wildlife Area (Nature Reserve) — 20.0 mi, 191° S
Lens 360 (Arts Centre) — 21.5 mi, 110° E
Galaxy Theater (Cinema) — 23.1 mi, 346° N
Riverbank Historical Museum (Museum) — 23.1 mi, 348° N
The Cowboy Museum (Museum) — 24.8 mi, 000° N
Henry W. Coe State Park (State Park) — 27.8 mi, 248° W

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