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Los Banos California Map

Explore Los Banos, 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 Los Banos, California

How to Use This Los Banos, California Map

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

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.

CityLos Banos
StateCalifornia (CA)
CountyMerced County
CountryUnited States of America
TimezonePacific Time (America/Los_Angeles)
Latitude37.063184
Longitude-120.840304
Population45,532
Density1759.2 /km²
IncorporatedYes
ZIP Code93635
Area Code760
County SeatMerced
School DistrictLos Banos Unified School District

About Los Banos, California

Los Banos is a locality in Merced County, California, United States. It has a population of 45,532. The population density is 1759.2 people per km². Los Banos is located at 37.0632°N, 120.8403°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. Los Banos is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 93635.

Los Banos occupies a flat expanse of the Central Valley where the horizon stretches wide under a vast, pale sky. It lies 20.0 miles south-southeast of Newman, CA (from Newman, CA: bearing 152°T), and is situated 16.0 miles south-southeast of Gustine. The regional landscape is defined by the expansive Henry Miller Field, which provides a sense of openness that shapes the local perspective on space and time. To the west, the distant Coast Ranges create a soft, jagged silhouette against the light of the setting sun. The proximity of Upper Ruth Lake and the Mud Slough Bypass introduces subtle variations in the moisture and texture of the soil nearby. Residents often walk through Catholic Park, enjoying the quiet transition of seasons as the grasses shift from vibrant green to a dry, golden hue.

Agriculture remains the primary pulse of the local economy, drawing its strength from the fertile earth that has supported generations of laborers and landowners. Los Banos grew from a foundation of cattle ranching and field crops, maintaining a steady, industrious rhythm that mirrors the cycles of harvest and planting. The infrastructure of the region relies heavily on the management of water, which flows through the landscape to nourish the vast fields. Small businesses and service industries support the daily needs of those who work the land, fostering a self-reliant spirit. Over time, the economic character of Los Banos has shifted toward a blend of traditional farming and modern logistical support, ensuring its continued relevance in the regional economy.

Cultural identity here is rooted in a deep appreciation for community connections and the shared history of the valley. Local events often center on celebrating the agricultural heritage that defines the spirit of Los Banos, bringing neighbors together for seasonal gatherings. While the pace of life remains measured and deliberate, the town maintains a distinct character shaped by its inland isolation and the resilience of its inhabitants. Landmarks serve as quiet markers of the past, preserving the memory of those who settled this plains region long ago. Famous figures such as the professional football player Donte Whitner have roots in the area, providing a point of pride for those who follow his athletic achievements. Life in this part of California moves with the sun, reflecting a quiet, enduring stability that defines the daily experience.

Nearby Outdoor Places

  • Rail Trail (Local Recreation) — 0.2 mi, 203° SW
  • Talbott Park (Local Park) — 0.5 mi, 093° E
  • Unknown Park (Local Park) — 1.1 mi, 002° N
  • Colorado Ball Park (Local Recreation) — 1.4 mi, 272° W
  • North Grasslands Wildlife Area (State Conservation Area) — 2.0 mi, 125° SE
  • Los Banos Wildlife Area (State Conservation Area) — 2.7 mi, 023° NE
  • Volta Wildlife Area (National Conservation Area) — 4.8 mi, 310° NW · 6,633 acres
  • Volta State Wildlife Area (Nature Reserve) — 6.0 mi, 314° NW
  • San Luis Reservoir State Recreation Area (State Recreation Area) — 6.4 mi, 226° SW
  • San Luis National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 7.7 mi, 011° N · 36k acres
  • Grasslands Wildlife Management Area (National Conservation Area) — 8.8 mi, 000° N · 30k acres
  • Merced National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 12.2 mi, 052° NE · 7,642 acres
  • Great Valley Grasslands State Park (State Park) — 12.8 mi, 357° N
  • Double T Acres Ag Museum (Museum) — 19.1 mi, 351° N
  • Vista Point (Viewpoint) — 21.9 mi, 319° NW
  • Orestimba (Monument) — 21.9 mi, 319° NW
  • The Heart of Livingston (Public Artwork) — 23.1 mi, 016° N
  • Panoche Hills (Nature Reserve) — 24.3 mi, 183° S
  • Lens 360 (Arts Centre) — 25.7 mi, 050° NE
  • Palace Market (Monument) — 29.8 mi, 360° N
  • Stan State Art Space (Gallery) — 29.9 mi, 359° N
  • Pat Portwood (Monument) — 30.1 mi, 000° N
  • Turlock Community Theater (Theatre) — 30.1 mi, 001° N
  • Christmas Tree Lane (Attraction) — 31.3 mi, 001° N
  • University Art Gallery (Gallery) — 31.8 mi, 358° N
  • Saddle Association Museum (Museum) — 32.7 mi, 231° SW
  • Granada Theater (Theatre) — 34.3 mi, 245° SW
  • Gilroy Hot Springs (Historic Ruins) — 35.4 mi, 275° W
  • Upper Ranch Entrance (Attraction) — 37.3 mi, 236° SW
  • Hollister Hills SVRA Upper Ranch (Attraction) — 37.6 mi, 237° SW

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About This Los Banos Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Los Banos, California. Coordinates: 37.063184, -120.840304. 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 Los Banos includes the ZIP code (93635), telephone area code (760), county seat of Merced County (Merced), and school district assignment (Los Banos Unified 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 generatedSeptember 2026
Location dataSimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data
Map layersGoogle Maps; © OpenStreetMap contributors; USGS The National Map topographic and aerial imagery (public domain); magnetic declination from NOAA NCEI (World Magnetic Model)
Wikipedia validationArticle content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API.