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Ladera Ranch California Map

Explore Ladera Ranch, California, with this interactive street and satellite map.

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CityLadera Ranch
StateCalifornia (CA)
CountyOrange County
CountryUnited States of America
TimezonePacific Time (America/Los_Angeles)
Latitude33.549146
Longitude-117.641741
Population26,170
Density2043.3 /km²
IncorporatedN/A
ZIP Code92694
Area Code949
County SeatSanta Ana
School DistrictCapistrano Unified School District

About Ladera Ranch, California

Ladera Ranch is a locality in Orange County, California, United States. It has a population of 26,170. The population density is 2043.3 people per km². Ladera Ranch is located at 33.5491°N, 117.6417°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 92694.

Ladera Ranch emerges from the golden, sun-bleached terrain where the Arroyo Trabuco carves a persistent path through the earth. It lies 2.9 miles southeast of Mission Viejo, CA (from Mission Viejo, CA: bearing 134°T), and is situated 6.1 miles south-southeast of Lake Forest. The air here holds a clarity born of the Pacific Ocean, which waits only eight miles to the west, sending cooling breaths across the landscape at dusk. To the east, the silhouette of the Sheep Hills rises against the horizon, anchoring the visual scope of the basin. Residents often look toward the nearby Tijeras Canyon, where the shadows lengthen and shift as the afternoon heat relents. The proximity to O'Neill Regional Park offers a continuous expanse of wilder acreage, while the nearby Terminal Reservoir serves as a quiet, reflective point in the surrounding topography.

History within Ladera Ranch reflects a deliberate transformation of former agricultural expanses into a planned, cohesive environment. The local economy thrives on a blend of professional services and retail sectors, fueled by a populace that values accessibility to broader regional commerce. Development here prioritized a structured rhythm, ensuring that residential spaces exist in balance with the infrastructure of modern life. Small businesses and neighborhood centers facilitate a steady, quiet productivity that avoids the frantic pace of larger metropolitan hubs. This deliberate organization mirrors the orderly lines of the landscape, where the land once supported vast grazing and ranching operations.

Cultural character in Ladera Ranch manifests in a shared commitment to local gatherings and the maintenance of communal green spaces. The spirit of the place is defined by active outdoor engagement, particularly along the trails that connect the varying neighborhoods. While many residents are drawn to the serenity of the environment, the influence of the nearby Pacific Ocean fosters a lifestyle attuned to the shifting seasons and the distinct coastal light. Notable figures who have called Ladera Ranch home often include professional athletes drawn to the climate, such as former NFL player Carson Palmer, who found the surroundings conducive to a private life. As evening falls, the neighborhood centers and parks become the quiet stage for the daily transition from active daylight to the stillness of a California night.

Nearby Outdoor Places

  • O'Neill Regional Park (Local Park) — 0.8 mi, 308° NW
  • Cordova Park (Local Park) — 1.3 mi, 323° NW
  • Veteran's Memorial (Monument) — 1.4 mi, 283° W
  • Felipe Tennis Center (Local Recreation) — 1.8 mi, 333° NW
  • Regal Edwards Kaleidoscope (Cinema) — 1.9 mi, 296° NW
  • Helicopter Hill (Viewpoint) — 2.2 mi, 204° SW
  • Thomas F. Riley Wilderness Park (Local Conservation Area) — 2.5 mi, 056° NE
  • Aguaje del Cuate (Monument) — 2.7 mi, 317° NW
  • Bird Houses (Public Artwork) — 2.9 mi, 181° S
  • C2 Ranch Marker (Monument) — 3.1 mi, 216° SW
  • San Juan Capistrano City Open Space (Local Recreation) — 3.4 mi, 180° S
  • Zoomars Petting Zoo (Zoo / Wildlife Park) — 3.6 mi, 202° S
  • Ronald W. Caspers Wilderness Park (Local Conservation Area) — 3.7 mi, 075° E
  • Alume (Historic Ruins) — 4.3 mi, 013° N
  • Cinépolis (Cinema) — 5.1 mi, 219° SW
  • Dana Point State Marine Conservation Area (Marine Protected Area) — 6.7 mi, 226° SW
  • Tobe (Historic Ruins) — 7.1 mi, 140° SE
  • Ocean Institute (Museum) — 7.1 mi, 212° SW
  • Laguna Beach State Marine Reserve (Marine Protected Area) — 7.2 mi, 251° W
  • California Coastal National Monument (National Monument) — 7.2 mi, 212° SW · 8,946 acres
  • Cleveland National Forest (National Forest) — 7.4 mi, 047° NE · 426k acres
  • Amphitheater (Theatre) — 7.4 mi, 018° N
  • San Onofre State Beach (State Park) — 7.5 mi, 151° SE
  • San Mateo Canyon Wilderness (Wilderness Area) — 7.6 mi, 089° E · 40k acres
  • LBHS Artists Theater (Theatre) — 7.8 mi, 266° W
  • Laguna Gallery Of Contemporary Art (Gallery) — 8.1 mi, 265° W
  • Fabio Napoleoni (Gallery) — 8.1 mi, 266° W
  • Art By Sadie Rose (Gallery) — 8.1 mi, 265° W
  • Laguna Art Museum (Museum) — 8.4 mi, 267° W
  • Pretend City Children's Museum (Museum) — 8.5 mi, 319° NW

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About This Ladera Ranch Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Ladera Ranch, California. Coordinates: 33.549146, -117.641741. 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 Ladera Ranch includes the ZIP code (92694), telephone area code (949), county seat of Orange County (Santa Ana), and school district assignment (Capistrano Unified School District).

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 generatedAugust 2026
Location dataSimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data
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