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San Ysidro California Map

Explore San Ysidro, 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 San Ysidro, California

How to Use This San Ysidro, California Map

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

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	San Ysidro
State	California (CA)
County	San Diego County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles)

Latitude	32.552001
Longitude	-117.043081
Population	32,000
Density	4200.0 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Code	92173
Area Code	714
County Seat	San Diego

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About San Ysidro, California

San Ysidro is a locality in San Diego County, California, United States. It has a population of 32,000. The population density is 4200.0 people per km². San Ysidro is located at 32.5520°N, 117.0431°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 92173.

San Ysidro functions as a vibrant gateway where the land shifts through the rugged terrain of Moody Canyon. It lies 4.6 miles east-southeast of Imperial Beach, CA (from Imperial Beach, CA: bearing 118°T), and is situated 6.5 miles south-southeast of Chula Vista. The air here holds a distinct salt-tinged clarity, as the Pacific Ocean lies only five miles to the west of these busy streets. A mile away, the Tijuana River carves its path through the landscape, acting as a constant, quiet presence in the local topography. Residents often look toward the distant horizon where the slopes of Horseshoe Bend rise against the sky. Those seeking a quiet moment of reflection find the San Ysidro Community Park and Recreation Center provides a necessary clearing in the dense urban layout. Even the nearby River Botton Reservoir, sitting four miles from the center, influences the cool evening breeze that drifts over the neighborhood.

San Ysidro carries a deep historical weight as a critical juncture for travelers and commerce moving between two nations. This enduring role as a primary border crossing defines the local economy, which relies heavily on international trade, retail, and the constant flow of logistics. Small businesses and bustling markets flourish here, reflecting the industrious spirit of the people who maintain these essential logistical lifelines. The rhythm of daily life is tied to the movement of goods and people, creating a unique labor environment that is both demanding and vital. While the area continues to evolve, the foundational reliance on cross-border industry remains the primary engine of its economic survival.

San Ysidro fosters a cultural character defined by resilience and a multifaceted heritage that bridges disparate worlds. The community expresses its identity through frequent public gatherings, vibrant street art, and celebrations that honor the local blend of traditions. Residents take pride in the San Ysidro Community Park and Recreation Center, which serves as a central hub for youth athletics and neighborhood engagement. While the neighborhood remains focused on its immediate surroundings, it has occasionally served as a backdrop for notable figures like the journalist Ruben Salazar, whose legacy continues to resonate within the region. The atmosphere is one of persistent motion, where the intersection of different lives creates a singular, energetic pulse that defines the experience of living in this border-adjacent landscape.

Nearby Outdoor Places

The FRONT (Gallery) — 0.2 mi, 295° NW
Tree of Life (Public Artwork) — 0.3 mi, 345° N
San Ysidro Athletic Area - Larsen Field (Local Recreation) — 0.3 mi, 187° S
BLK Box Gallery and Creative Center (Gallery) — 0.4 mi, 121° SE
Coral Gate Neighborhood Park (Local Park) — 0.6 mi, 217° SW
Tijuana River Valley Regional Park (Local Park) — 0.8 mi, 286° W
City of San Diego Open Space (Local Recreation) — 0.9 mi, 042° NE
Dennery Preserve (Local Conservation Area) — 2.3 mi, 060° NE
Montgomery Memorial (Monument) — 2.4 mi, 321° NW
Tijuana River National Estuarine Research Reserve (Marine Protected Area) — 2.9 mi, 270° W
Rosita's Harmony Hills (Attraction) — 3.0 mi, 037° NE
Games of Skill (Attraction) — 3.1 mi, 037° NE
Dance Party (Attraction) — 3.1 mi, 037° NE
Border Field State Park (State Park) — 3.1 mi, 273° W
Sesame Street Neighborhood (Attraction) — 3.1 mi, 037° NE
Tijuana Slough National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 3.3 mi, 273° W · 3,211 acres
Amphitheatre (Theatre) — 3.6 mi, 288° W
San Diego Bay National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 3.8 mi, 316° NW · 4,149 acres
Charlie Keever and Jonathan Sellers (Monument) — 4.5 mi, 304° NW
Chopper, The Navy Seal Dog (Monument) — 4.6 mi, 293° NW
Tijuana River Mouth State Marine Conservation Area (Marine Protected Area) — 4.8 mi, 261° W
OnStage Playhouse (Theatre) — 6.6 mi, 341° N
Silver Strand State Beach (State Park) — 6.6 mi, 307° NW
AMC Otay Ranch 12 (Cinema) — 6.8 mi, 041° NE
Bonita Museum & Cultural Center (Museum) — 7.6 mi, 004° N
Otay Mountain Wilderness Area (Wilderness Area) — 7.9 mi, 067° NE · 17k acres
San Diego Electric Railway Association & National City Depot Museum (Museum) — 8.5 mi, 332° NW
Museum of American Treasures (Museum) — 9.6 mi, 341° N
Proctor Valley Natural Resource Area (Nature Reserve) — 9.7 mi, 041° NE
Navy Base San Diego Theater (Cinema) — 10.5 mi, 331° NW

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