San Lorenzo California Map
Explore San Lorenzo, California, with this interactive street and satellite map.
Interactive Map of San Lorenzo, California
| City | San Lorenzo |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Alameda County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) |
| Latitude | 37.676251 |
| Longitude | -122.136108 |
| Population | 29,581 |
| Density | 3749.6 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
| ZIP Codes | 94580, 94541 |
| Area Code | 510 |
| County Seat | Oakland |
| School District | San Lorenzo Unified School District |
About San Lorenzo, California
San Lorenzo is a locality in Alameda County, California, United States. It has a population of 29,581. The population density is 3749.6 people per km². San Lorenzo is located at 37.6763°N, 122.1361°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP codes: 94580, 94541.San Lorenzo reveals itself through the steady, rhythmic pulse of the San Lorenzo Creek as it winds toward the Pacific Ocean. It lies 1.1 miles south-southwest of Ashland, CA (from Ashland, CA: bearing 212°T), and is situated 2.5 miles west-northwest of Hayward. The landscape carries the weight of a long, quiet history, marked by a terrain that slopes gently toward the nearby Pacific Ocean. On clear afternoons, the distant silhouette of the Coast Ranges anchors the horizon, providing a sharp contrast to the low-lying plains. The air here holds a distinct moisture, often cooled by the fog drift that rolls in from the coast to soften the hard edges of the afternoon light. Residents often gather at Colonial Acres School Park, a space that serves as a vital green anchor for the surrounding neighborhood.
San Lorenzo traces its origins to a past defined by the transformation of fertile soil into a residential haven. The local economy shifted over the decades from agricultural roots to the steady hum of commerce and service industries that define modern life. While the influence of the nearby San Leandro Valley has shaped regional development, the character of San Lorenzo remains grounded in its own specific evolution. Small businesses and neighborhood enterprises provide the backbone for a local economy that values accessibility and steady growth. The connection to the greater region ensures that the rhythm of daily life remains both industrious and measured.
San Lorenzo fosters a character defined by its quiet suburban endurance and the diverse threads of its residents. The community finds a natural gathering point at Colonial Acres School Park, where the afternoon sun often casts long shadows across the open grass. While many residents look toward the wider cultural offerings of the Bay Area, the local spirit remains focused on the immediate environment of the San Leandro Valley. The area maintains a modest profile, favoring a lifestyle that prioritizes the comfort of proximity to the Pacific Ocean over the clamor of larger urban centers. Notable individuals who have passed through this landscape often recall the way the golden light at dusk settles over the rooftops, lending a brief, luminous quality to the ordinary streets.
Nearby Outdoor Places
- Skywest Golf Course (Local Recreation) — 0.8 mi, 172° S
- Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 1.1 mi, 197° S · 81k acres
- Hayward Regional Shoreline (Local Park) — 1.2 mi, 195° S
- Dayton Playground (Local Recreation) — 1.3 mi, 302° NW
- Hayward Shoreline (Local Park) — 1.4 mi, 197° S
- Hayward Area Historical Society (Museum) — 2.9 mi, 090° E
- Century Theatres (Cinema) — 3.0 mi, 094° E
- Seven Year Sister City Anniversary (Hayward–Funabashi) (Monument) — 3.1 mi, 087° E
- Adobe Art Center (Arts Centre) — 3.3 mi, 064° NE
- Truth Is Beauty (Public Artwork) — 3.4 mi, 336° NW
- Eden Landing Ecological Reserve (State Conservation Area) — 3.6 mi, 176° S
- Memorial to the Chinese Laborers (Monument) — 3.9 mi, 006° N
- Pioneer Stadium (Stadium) — 4.3 mi, 108° E
- City of San Leandro Monument (Monument) — 4.3 mi, 340° N
- University Art Gallery (Gallery) — 4.6 mi, 106° E
- Dunsmuir House and Gardens (Attraction) — 4.6 mi, 357° N
- C. E. Smith Museum of Anthropology (Museum) — 4.7 mi, 110° E
- Muntjac (Attraction) — 5.0 mi, 354° N
- Sika Deer (Attraction) — 5.0 mi, 354° N
- Sun Bear (Attraction) — 5.0 mi, 353° N
- Adventure Landing (Theme Park) — 5.1 mi, 355° N
- Otters viewpoint (Viewpoint) — 5.1 mi, 353° N
- Union City Historical Museum (Museum) — 6.4 mi, 150° SE
- Altarena Playhouse (Theatre) — 7.7 mi, 317° NW
- Mount Diablo State Park (State Park) — 15.1 mi, 032° NE
- Golden Gate National Recreation Area (National Recreation Area) — 17.7 mi, 209° SW · 113k acres
- California Coastal National Monument (National Monument) — 19.6 mi, 268° W · 8,946 acres
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About This San Lorenzo Map Page
This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of San Lorenzo, California. Coordinates: 37.676251, -122.136108. 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 San Lorenzo includes the ZIP code (94580, 94541), telephone area code (510), county seat of Alameda County (Oakland), and school district assignment (San Lorenzo Unified School District).
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 generated | August 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |
