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South Whittier California Map

Explore South Whittier, 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 South Whittier, California

How to Use This South Whittier, California Map

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

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

Latitude	33.93308
Longitude	-118.030771
Population	56,415
Density	4080.5 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Codes	90602, 90604
Area Code	310, 424
County Seat	Los Angeles
School District	Whittier Union High School District

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About South Whittier, California

South Whittier is a locality in Los Angeles County, California, United States. It has a population of 56,415. The population density is 4080.5 people per km². South Whittier is located at 33.9331°N, 118.0308°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP codes: 90602, 90604.

South Whittier occupies a stretch of land defined by its inland character and the quiet persistence of its suburban expansion. It lies 1.4 miles south-southwest of Whittier, CA (from Whittier, CA: bearing 202°T), and is situated 9.1 miles northwest of Fullerton. The terrain is largely characterized by a flat, developed plain that yields to the subtle topography of the region, where the earth holds the heat of the afternoon long after the sun has begun its descent. To the north, the San Gabriel Mountains rise as a distant, jagged silhouette against the sky, providing a perpetual backdrop to the horizon. Closer to the daily life of the residents, the landscape is shaped by the presence of the Sorensen Avenue Drain, a vital piece of local infrastructure that manages the flow of water across the territory. Nearby, the presence of Turnbull Canyon introduces a more rugged, elevated character to the geography, while the Hoover Reservoir remains a tranquil presence just a short distance away, reflecting the clear, dry light of the inland afternoons.

South Whittier traces its origins back to the patterns of land development that transformed the region from agricultural acreage into a residential landscape. The evolution of the territory followed the expansion of infrastructure and the steady migration of workers drawn by the promise of growth and the stability of the Southern California climate. Early settlement was defined by the transition from open fields to structured neighborhoods, a process that saw the land slowly organized into the grid of streets and blocks that define the character of South Whittier today. This history is not one of sudden transformation, but rather of a gradual, deliberate layering of human activity, where the remnants of a rural past are occasionally visible in the older, weathered architecture that remains standing against the modern pace of the region.

Economic life in South Whittier is anchored by a diverse array of local industries and commercial centers that support the needs of its residents and the broader regional economy. The infrastructure of the locale is built upon a foundation of interconnected roadways, facilitating the movement of goods and people across the suburban landscape. While South Whittier does not host major universities within its immediate borders, the proximity to various regional educational institutions provides a steady stream of intellectual and professional resources that influence the local workforce. The daily rhythm is defined by a blend of retail, light industrial activity, and professional services, all operating within an environment that balances the necessity of utility with the demands of a high-density, inland population.

Cultural expression in South Whittier is often found in the localized gatherings and the shared use of public spaces that bring the community together throughout the year. The Whittier Greenway Trail serves as a primary artery for outdoor activity, offering a linear parkway that invites residents to walk or cycle through the heart of the landscape. While major professional sporting events occur elsewhere in the region, the local spirit is reflected in the enthusiasm for community-led festivals and seasonal events that mark the passage of the year. The atmosphere is one of quiet industry and domestic focus, where the quality of the air—often dry and golden during the long summer months—shapes the way people move through their days. Although South Whittier does not claim fame through widely recognized individual celebrities, its character is forged by the collective identity of those who reside in its neighborhoods, contributing to a sense of place that is both modest and deeply rooted in its inland environment.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Veterans Garden (Public Artwork) — 0.3 mi, 161° S
Adventure Park (Local Park) — 0.6 mi, 338° N
California High School Park (Local Park) — 0.7 mi, 041° NE
Whittier Greenway Trail (Local Recreation) — 1.1 mi, 028° NE
Valley View Farms Business Center Plaque (Monument) — 2.0 mi, 178° S
Valley View Farms History Tour Marker (Monument) — 2.0 mi, 178° S
Freedom Memorial (Monument) — 2.6 mi, 243° SW
Theatre entrance (Theatre) — 2.7 mi, 355° N
Arroyo San Miguel Open Space (Local Recreation) — 2.8 mi, 038° NE
Vic Lopez Auditorium (Theatre) — 3.4 mi, 347° N
Regency Norwalk 8 (Cinema) — 3.6 mi, 238° SW
CGV Buena Park (Cinema) — 5.4 mi, 159° S
Stay Gallery (Gallery) — 5.9 mi, 275° W
Sally Swings (Attraction) — 6.3 mi, 163° S
Silver Bullet (Attraction) — 6.4 mi, 164° S
Beagle Scout Acres (Attraction) — 6.4 mi, 163° S
Western Trails Museum (Museum) — 6.4 mi, 164° S
Livery Stable (Attraction) — 6.4 mi, 164° S
Rowland House (historical) (Museum) — 6.8 mi, 038° NE
Bosque del Rio Hondo Natural Area (Nature Reserve) — 7.0 mi, 342° N
Workman and Temple Family Homestead Museum (Museum) — 7.1 mi, 032° NE
PAS Gallery and Studio (Gallery) — 7.4 mi, 127° SE
Chino Hills State Park (State Park) — 11.3 mi, 095° E
Seal Beach National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 12.7 mi, 191° S · 1,777 acres
San Gabriel Mountains National Monument (National Monument) — 16.3 mi, 011° N · 454k acres
Angeles National Forest (National Forest) — 16.3 mi, 011° N · 662k acres
Cleveland National Forest (National Forest) — 21.1 mi, 104° E · 426k acres

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