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Larkspur California Map

Explore Larkspur, 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 Larkspur, California

How to Use This Larkspur, California Map

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

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

Latitude	37.934167
Longitude	-122.535278
Population	13,064
Density	1681.9 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	94939, 94977
Area Code	510
County Seat	San Rafael
School District	Tamalpais Union High School District

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About Larkspur, California

Larkspur is a locality in Marin County, California, United States. It has a population of 13,064. The population density is 1681.9 people per km². Larkspur is located at 37.9342°N, 122.5353°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. Larkspur is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 94939, 94977.

Larkspur unfolds where the cool, salt-tinged air of the Corte Madera Channel drifts toward the protective embrace of the Coast Ranges visible on the distant horizon. The gentle movement of Larkspur Creek defines the local topography, carving a path through the landscape toward the tidal reaches of the coast. Residents often find themselves wandering the local Bike Path, which provides a level, paved transition between the shadows of the nearby trees and the open sky. The rugged terrain of Baltimore Canyon anchors the eastern edge of the community, offering a stark contrast to the softer, golden hues of the surrounding hills during the height of summer. When the evening fog rolls in from the west, it softens the sharp angles of the land, leaving the air damp and quiet.

Larkspur retains a legacy tied to the early development of transport and the steady expansion of the northern maritime trade routes. While the local economy has evolved from its early reliance on the shipping industry to a diverse mix of professional services and small-scale enterprise, the influence of the water remains a constant, silent partner in daily commerce. The proximity to the Corte Madera Channel once served as a vital artery for goods moving toward the interior, shaping the way businesses organized their storefronts and warehouses along the main streets. Today, the economy thrives on a blend of innovation and the preservation of historic properties that house modern offices and shops. Even as the pace of life accelerates, the rhythm of the tides provides a grounded sense of continuity for those who work and live here.

Larkspur fosters a cultural character shaped by a deep appreciation for the outdoors, with neighbors frequently meeting on the Huckleberry Trail for a morning walk. Public life often centers around the preservation of natural spaces, including the greenery that stretches toward the distant Sutro Forest, which serves as a serene backdrop for the community. The town has been home to notable figures like the author Jack Kerouac, whose presence left a lingering, literary imprint on the local creative consciousness. Seasonal events and community gatherings bring a vibrant energy to the streets, particularly when the sunlight illuminates the unique architecture of the older dwellings. From the quiet observation of Richardson Island in the distance to the active use of the local parks, the daily experience remains tethered to the physical beauty of the landscape.

Nearby Outdoor Places

The Rosebowl (Monument) — 0.1 mi, 049° NE
Piper Park (Local Park) — 0.3 mi, 027° NE
Blithedale Summit Open Space Preserve (Local Conservation Area) — 0.4 mi, 211° SW
Baltimore Canyon Open Space Preserve (Local Conservation Area) — 1.0 mi, 288° W
Tamalpais Maiden (Public Artwork) — 1.1 mi, 037° NE
Slide House (Attraction) — 1.1 mi, 066° NE
Giant Picnic Table (Attraction) — 1.2 mi, 065° NE
Corte Madera Marsh Ecological Reserve (State Conservation Area) — 1.3 mi, 077° E
Corte Madera Marsh State Marine Park (Marine Protected Area) — 1.3 mi, 070° E
Marin Municipal Water District Watershed (Local Resource Management Area) — 1.4 mi, 258° W
Mayor's Lookout (Viewpoint) — 1.5 mi, 197° S
San Rafael Open Space (Nature Reserve) — 2.0 mi, 358° N
Sitting Bull Rock and memorial (Monument) — 2.1 mi, 252° W
Marin Art & Garden Center, Ross (Attraction) — 2.1 mi, 331° NW
Mount Tamalpais State Park (State Park) — 2.2 mi, 262° W
Golden Gate National Recreation Area (National Recreation Area) — 2.9 mi, 198° S · 113k acres
Marin County Historical Society Museum (Museum) — 2.9 mi, 006° N
Muir Woods National Monument (National Monument) — 3.1 mi, 208° SW · 527 acres
Redwood Tree Slice (Attraction) — 3.5 mi, 217° SW
Marin Islands National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 3.6 mi, 059° NE · 598 acres
Music Stand (Monument) — 4.5 mi, 264° W
Showcase Theatre (Theatre) — 4.8 mi, 002° N
Bartolini Gallery (Museum) — 4.8 mi, 002° N
Amphitheater (Theatre) — 5.3 mi, 024° NE
Marinship Exhibit (Museum) — 5.4 mi, 155° SE
Old Hilary's Botanical Preserve (Nature Reserve) — 5.6 mi, 131° SE
Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary (Marine Protected Area) — 5.6 mi, 203° SW
IDESST Sausalito Portuguese Cultural Center (Museum) — 5.7 mi, 154° SE
California Coastal National Monument (National Monument) — 5.8 mi, 207° SW · 8,946 acres
Tiburon Playhouse (Cinema) — 6.0 mi, 134° SE

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