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Monterey Park California Map

Explore Monterey Park, 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 Monterey Park, California

How to Use This Monterey Park, California Map

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

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	Monterey Park
State	California (CA)
County	Los Angeles County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles)

Latitude	34.04838
Longitude	-118.133165
Population	61,096
Density	3074.7 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	91754, 91755, 91756
Area Code	818, 747
County Seat	Los Angeles
School District	Alhambra Unified School District

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About Monterey Park, California

Monterey Park is a locality in Los Angeles County, California, United States. It has a population of 61,096. The population density is 3074.7 people per km². Monterey Park is located at 34.0484°N, 118.1332°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. Monterey Park is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 91754, 91755, 91756.

Monterey Park emerges from the varied, sun-drenched topography of the San Gabriel Valley as a place of distinct character and elevation. It lies 2.3 miles south of Alhambra, CA (from Alhambra, CA: bearing 174°T), and is situated 7.0 miles east of Los Angeles. The land itself rises in subtle, rhythmic shelves, offering perspectives that catch the shifting Pacific light as it filters across the urban landscape. To the north, the stark, imposing silhouette of the San Gabriel Mountains anchors the horizon, a constant reminder of the geological forces that have shaped this terrain over millennia. Within the boundaries of the municipality, the quiet waters of the Garvey Reservoir hold a stillness that contrasts with the rhythmic pulse of modern life, while the dry, winding course of the Alhambra Wash traces its path through the lower reaches of the local geography.

Monterey Park traces its origins to the late nineteenth century, emerging from the subdivided remnants of vast ranchos that once defined the region’s pastoral identity. Early settlers recognized the potential in these undulating slopes, transforming what was once open grazing land into a burgeoning residential enclave. Over the decades, the social fabric of Monterey Park underwent a profound evolution, transitioning from an agricultural outpost into a vibrant nexus of migration and cultural exchange. This historical trajectory is preserved in the quiet corners of the neighborhood, where the architecture reflects a steady progression from early wood-frame structures to the diverse, expansive density that defines the present day.

Commercial vitality in Monterey Park thrives through a dense, interconnected network of small enterprises, family-owned restaurants, and professional services that cater to a globalized, multilingual population. Infrastructure is oriented toward the steady movement of people and commerce, with major thoroughfares acting as the primary conduits for the regional economy. While the landscape is primarily developed, the presence of East Los Angeles College provides a critical intellectual and vocational anchor, fostering a pipeline of talent that sustains local industry. The daily rhythm of Monterey Park is characterized by a industrious intensity, where the flow of trade and the pursuit of individual enterprise mirror the wider economic engines of the surrounding region.

Cultural life in Monterey Park is a vivid, ever-changing mosaic, most visibly celebrated during the annual Lunar New Year festival, which draws thousands to the streets to experience traditional performances and a vast array of culinary offerings. Public life centers heavily on Barnes Park, which serves as a vital communal green space where residents gather for recreation and local events. While the professional sports landscape is dominated by the broader regional franchises of the greater metropolitan area, the local spirit is deeply tied to the community’s own festivals and the daily interactions within its diverse marketplaces. Figures such as the late social activist and politician Judy Chu have left an indelible mark on the public consciousness here, reflecting a commitment to civic participation that remains a cornerstone of the identity of Monterey Park.

Nearby Outdoor Places

George E. Elder Park (Local Park) — 0.6 mi, 149° SE
Garvey Ranch Park (Local Park) — 1.0 mi, 073° E
Edison Center for the Performing Arts (Arts Centre) — 1.0 mi, 237° SW
Vincent Price Art Museum (Museum) — 1.0 mi, 230° SW
Montebello Golf Course (Local Recreation) — 1.1 mi, 180° S
AMC Atlantic Times Square 14 (Cinema) — 1.3 mi, 359° N
They Fly Through Water (Public Artwork) — 1.6 mi, 249° W
Monterey Park Golf Course (Local Recreation) — 1.7 mi, 289° W
Arena Theatre (Theatre) — 2.4 mi, 305° NW
Regency Commerce 14 (Cinema) — 2.4 mi, 210° SW
State Playhouse (Theatre) — 2.4 mi, 305° NW
Whittier Boulevard Arch (Monument) — 2.7 mi, 228° SW
Whittier Narrows Reservoir (Recreation Area) — 3.0 mi, 086° E
Citadel Outlets (Attraction) — 3.0 mi, 202° S
Whittier Narrows Recreation Area (Recreation Area) — 3.3 mi, 103° E
Micro Gallery (Gallery) — 3.3 mi, 007° N
Nucleus (Gallery) — 3.3 mi, 009° N
Morin Memorial Square (Monument) — 3.4 mi, 261° W
Mexican American All Wars Memorial (Monument) — 3.5 mi, 261° W
Scholart Selection (Gallery) — 3.6 mi, 023° NE
Mission Art Center (Arts Centre) — 3.6 mi, 022° N
Ramona Museum of California History (Museum) — 3.7 mi, 022° N
Misión San Gabriel Archángel (Attraction) — 3.7 mi, 024° NE
Cold Creek Valley Preserve (Local Conservation Area) — 3.9 mi, 326° NW
Bosque del Rio Hondo Natural Area (Nature Reserve) — 3.9 mi, 110° E
Angeles Other (National Forest) — 8.8 mi, 038° NE · 400 acres
San Gabriel Mountains National Monument (National Monument) — 9.7 mi, 017° N · 454k acres
Angeles National Forest (National Forest) — 9.7 mi, 017° N · 662k acres
Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area (National Recreation Area) — 15.0 mi, 290° W · 24k acres
San Gabriel Wilderness (Wilderness Area) — 15.2 mi, 025° NE · 36k acres

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