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Montrose California Map

Explore Montrose, 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 Montrose, California

How to Use This Montrose, California Map

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

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

Latitude	34.206394
Longitude	-118.224241
Population	22,000
Density	2800.0 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Codes	91020, 91021
Area Code	310, 424
County Seat	Los Angeles

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About Montrose, California

Montrose is a locality in Los Angeles County, California, United States. It has a population of 22,000. The population density is 2800.0 people per km². Montrose is located at 34.2064°N, 118.2242°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP codes: 91020, 91021.

Montrose serves as a quiet threshold where the flat valley floors meet the sharp, upward reach of the land. It lies 1.4 miles west of La Cañada Flintridge, CA (from La Cañada Flintridge, CA: bearing 269°T), and is situated 9.5 miles northeast of Hollywood. The terrain near Montrose is defined by the steep inclines of Engleheard Canyon, which channel the seasonal flow of the Verdugo Wash toward the lowlands. Far to the north, the jagged silhouette of the San Gabriel Mountains anchors the horizon, standing in silent contrast to the gentle slopes of the immediate surroundings. Residents often find solace in the open space of Montrose Community Park, a patch of green that offers a reprieve from the heat of the afternoon sun. Beyond the developed grid, the landscape shifts into dry, golden earth, hinting at the wilder, uncultivated expanses that characterize the regional interior.

Montrose traces its roots to early agricultural expansion, where the promise of fertile soil once drew settlers to cultivate the land. Over time, the local economy transitioned from farming to a sturdy mercantile base, supporting small businesses that line the primary thoroughfares. The rhythm of commerce in Montrose relies on these longstanding storefronts, which maintain a deliberate, steady pace of operation throughout the week. While the area is far removed from any maritime influence, the climate remains defined by intense, dry warmth that dictates the cycle of local industry. Residents often travel toward the outskirts to reach the Diederich Street Reservoir, a quiet utility in a landscape shaped by the necessity of water management.

Montrose maintains a distinct cultural identity, marked by a penchant for communal gatherings and a respect for the traditions of the local business district. The spirit of the place is perhaps most visible during seasonal events that draw neighbors into the streets, fostering a sense of continuity that feels remarkably grounded. For those seeking a rigorous walk, the Dark Canyon Trail offers a path through the rugged terrain that sits beyond the suburban edge. While many seek the shade of the Little Gleason Forestry Plantation for a respite from the sun, the town itself remains the center of daily life for its people. Although it is not a place that seeks the spotlight, Montrose has been home to individuals of note, such as the actor Bryan Cranston, who once lived within the local region.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Alexandra Manukyan Art Studio (Gallery) — 0.3 mi, 212° SW
Whites Art Framing & Restoration (Gallery) — 0.4 mi, 270° W
Descanso Gardens (Local Park) — 0.4 mi, 122° SE
San Rafael Mountains Open Space (Local Recreation) — 0.5 mi, 170° S
The Birds and Trees of Komitas (Public Artwork) — 0.6 mi, 281° W
Verdugo Mountains Open Space Preserve (State Conservation Area) — 0.9 mi, 264° W
Under The Oaks Theater (Theatre) — 0.9 mi, 119° SE
City of Glendale Verdugo Mountains Open Space (Local Recreation) — 1.0 mi, 243° SW
Cherry Canyon Park (Local Park) — 1.0 mi, 139° SE
Cold Creek Valley Preserve (Local Conservation Area) — 1.3 mi, 174° S
Ultimate Destination (Viewpoint) — 1.4 mi, 136° SE
CVHS MacDonald Auditorium (Theatre) — 1.6 mi, 316° NW
Angeles Other (National Forest) — 1.7 mi, 003° N · 400 acres
Angeles National Forest (National Forest) — 1.9 mi, 004° N · 662k acres
San Gabriel Mountains National Monument (National Monument) — 2.5 mi, 015° N · 454k acres
Letter "H" (Attraction) — 2.6 mi, 224° SW
Center of the Universe (Monument) — 2.9 mi, 098° E
City of Burbank Open Space Mountain Reserve (Local Conservation Area) — 2.9 mi, 271° W
Brand Family Gravesite (Monument) — 3.2 mi, 246° SW
Tuna Canyon Detention Station (Historic Ruins) — 3.3 mi, 305° NW
Green Cross (Monument) — 3.4 mi, 242° SW
LATimes Auditorium (Cinema) — 3.5 mi, 140° SE
Roslin Art Gallery (Gallery) — 4.3 mi, 205° SW
Laemmle Glendale (Cinema) — 4.3 mi, 203° SW
Egasse Braasch House -- The Good Will Hunting House (Attraction) — 4.3 mi, 174° S
Center for the Arts Eagle Rock (Arts Centre) — 4.6 mi, 173° S
Sylias Hoyt Homestead (Historic Ruins) — 4.9 mi, 007° N
Junior High (Arts Centre) — 5.0 mi, 201° S
Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area (National Recreation Area) — 10.5 mi, 237° SW · 24k acres
San Gabriel Wilderness (Wilderness Area) — 11.7 mi, 072° E · 36k acres

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