Signal Hill California Map
Explore Signal Hill, California, with this interactive street and satellite map.
Interactive Map of Signal Hill, California
| City | Signal Hill |
| State | California (CA) |
| County | Los Angeles County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) |
| Latitude | 33.804461 |
| Longitude | -118.167846 |
| Population | 11,848 |
| Density | 2089.8 /km² |
| Incorporated | Yes |
| ZIP Code | 90755 |
| Area Code | 818, 747 |
| County Seat | Los Angeles |
| School District | Long Beach Unified School District |
About Signal Hill, California
Signal Hill is a locality in Los Angeles County, California, United States. It has a population of 11,848. The population density is 2089.8 people per km². Signal Hill is located at 33.8045°N, 118.1678°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. Signal Hill is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 90755.Signal Hill rises as a singular, elevated vantage point that commands a sweeping perspective over the surrounding lowlands. It lies 2.9 miles north-northeast of Long Beach, CA (from Long Beach, CA: bearing 25°T), and is situated 9.6 miles south-southwest of Downey. The coastal air carries a persistent, cooling moisture from the direction of Channel Two, situated only three miles away. From the higher elevations, one might observe the distant, hazy silhouette of the San Gabriel Mountains marking the northern horizon. The Los Angeles River winds its way through the landscape just two miles from the base, carving a path toward the sea. Sunset View Park provides a dedicated space to observe the golden light as it fades over the terrain, offering a quiet respite amidst the urban expanse.
Signal Hill maintains a legacy deeply rooted in the discovery of vast petroleum deposits that transformed the regional landscape into a center of industrial activity. Derricks once defined the skyline, their rhythmic mechanical motion powering an economy that fueled the growth of the entire basin. While the intensity of extraction has shifted over time, the remnants of this industrious past remain visible in the texture of the local economy. Beyond the wells, the area has transitioned into a diverse hub of commerce and residential life that sustains a steady, methodical pace. Efforts to manage the Los Alamitos Retarding Basin highlight a commitment to balancing historical industrial utility with modern environmental stewardship.
Cultural life in Signal Hill reflects a blend of historical ambition and a contemporary focus on community connectivity. Sunset View Park serves as a focal point for residents, offering a green sanctuary that invites quiet reflection away from the busy transit arteries. Island Grissom stands as a distinct feature visible from the heights, serving as a silent sentinel in the nearby waters that reminds observers of the region’s maritime links. While the pace of life remains productive, the atmosphere is tempered by the expansive sky and the influence of the nearby coast. Famous individuals such as the legendary singer Snoop Dogg have roots in this specific vicinity, carrying the influence of the local landscape into their broader creative endeavors. The character of Signal Hill endures through this intersection of labor, natural elevation, and the persistent, salt-tinged breeze that defines the atmosphere.
Nearby Outdoor Places
- Sunset View Park (Local Park) — 0.3 mi, 174° S
- Hilltop LLC HOA (Conservation Area) — 0.3 mi, 174° S
- Comstock South LLC HOA (Conservation Area) — 0.5 mi, 160° S
- Willow Springs Park (Local Park) — 0.5 mi, 287° W
- Longview Point (Viewpoint) — 0.6 mi, 289° W
- Chittick Field (Local Recreation) — 0.8 mi, 196° S
- Untitled (Public Artwork) — 0.9 mi, 083° E
- Martin Luther King Jr. (Monument) — 1.0 mi, 215° SW
- Lakewood Golf Course (Local Recreation) — 1.7 mi, 016° N
- Laura Trelstad (Attraction) — 2.0 mi, 247° SW
- Douglas Park Globe (Monument) — 2.0 mi, 038° NE
- Museum of Latin American Art (Museum) — 2.2 mi, 198° S
- Fly DC Jets (historic sign) (Monument) — 2.2 mi, 046° NE
- The Garage Theater (Theatre) — 2.4 mi, 212° SW
- LB Playhouse (Theatre) — 2.4 mi, 129° SE
- Dark Arts Emporium (Gallery) — 2.7 mi, 203° SW
- Red Car Greenbelt (Attraction) — 2.8 mi, 142° SE
- Iguana Import Gallery (Gallery) — 2.9 mi, 161° S
- Grand Prix of Long Beach Podium (Attraction) — 3.0 mi, 200° S
- Grand Prix of Long Beach Finish Line (Attraction) — 3.1 mi, 201° S
- Long Beach Lifeguard Museum (Museum) — 3.6 mi, 140° SE
- B-427 Scorpion (Museum) — 3.8 mi, 201° S
- Rancho Los Alamitos (Museum) — 4.0 mi, 119° SE
- Cinemark Carson and XD (Cinema) — 6.0 mi, 297° NW
- Seal Beach National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 6.3 mi, 131° SE · 1,777 acres
- Bolsa Chica State Beach (State Park) — 8.7 mi, 138° SE
- California Coastal National Monument (National Monument) — 9.2 mi, 227° SW · 8,946 acres
- San Gabriel Mountains National Monument (National Monument) — 26.4 mi, 012° N · 454k acres
- Angeles National Forest (National Forest) — 26.4 mi, 012° N · 662k acres
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About This Signal Hill Map Page
This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Signal Hill, California. Coordinates: 33.804461, -118.167846. 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 Signal Hill includes the ZIP code (90755), telephone area code (818, 747), county seat of Los Angeles County (Los Angeles), and school district assignment (Long Beach 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. |
