Larkspur California Map

About Larkspur, California

Larkspur is a locality in Marin County, California, United States. It has a population of 12,854. The population density is 1655.0 people per km². Larkspur is located at 37.9342°N, 122.5353°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 94939.

Larkspur unfurls its charm where the verdant hills of Marin County begin their gentle descent towards the shimmering waters of the bay. It lies 2.7 miles south of San Rafael, CA (from San Rafael, CA: bearing 185°T), and is situated 2.0 miles north-north-east of Mill Valley. The air here carries a persistent, salty tang, a whisper from the nearby San Francisco Bay that mingles with the sweet, earthy scent of eucalyptus and the subtle perfume of the namesake flower. Oak trees, ancient sentinels with limbs like gnarled arms, dot the landscape, their robust forms silhouetted against skies that shift from the pale blue of morning to the bruised purples and oranges of twilight. The terrain itself, a mosaic of rolling slopes and shadowed ravines, invites exploration, hinting at hidden creeks and moss-covered stones that have witnessed countless seasons. This particular stretch of Marin has a history as rich and varied as its topography. Once a significant agricultural hub, Larkspur’s fertile lands yielded produce that found its way to San Francisco’s bustling markets, a legacy still felt in the occasional roadside farm stand. The arrival of the railroad in the late 19th century transformed it into a desirable residential community, drawing those seeking respite from city life, and the echoes of that era can be seen in the charming Victorian architecture that graces some of its older streets. Today, Larkspur retains a lively spirit, its downtown a vibrant collection of independent shops and eateries, a place where the pace of life feels measured, allowing for leisurely strolls and unhurried conversations beneath the canopy of mature trees.

About This Larkspur Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Larkspur, California with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Larkspur and Marin County.

Detailed location data for Larkspur includes the ZIP code (94939), telephone area code (510), county seat of Marin County (San Rafael), and school district assignment (Tamalpais Union High School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Larkspur is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.