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Stanford California Map

Explore Stanford, 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 Stanford, California

How to Use This Stanford, California Map

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

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	Stanford
State	California (CA)
County	Santa Clara County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles)

Latitude	37.424106
Longitude	-122.166076
Population	21,150
Density	2969.5 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Code	94305
Area Code	510
County Seat	San Jose
School District	Palo Alto Unified School District

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About Stanford, California

Stanford is a locality in Santa Clara County, California, United States. It has a population of 21,150. The population density is 2969.5 people per km². Stanford is located at 37.4241°N, 122.1661°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 94305.

Stanford occupies a landscape defined by the soft, golden light that filters through the canopy of ancient oaks and across expansive, sun-drenched meadows. It lies 1.8 miles southwest of Palo Alto, CA (from Palo Alto, CA: bearing 226°T), and is situated 8.1 miles west-northwest of Sunnyvale. Moisture from the Pacific Ocean, which lies only three miles away, often brings a cool, silver fog that rolls over the landscape, softening the sharp edges of the day. The terrain here transitions gracefully toward the distant Coast Ranges, which stand as a quiet, violet silhouette against the horizon. Nearby, the waters of Lagunita gather in a still, reflective basin that mirrors the shifting colors of the sky. The gentle flow of San Francisquito Creek marks the passage of time through the valley, carving a path through the earth that remains a constant presence in the quiet corners of the grounds.

Stanford rose from the ambitions of the late nineteenth century, transforming former ranch lands into a center for intellectual pursuit and rigorous inquiry. The local economy and industry are inextricably linked to the rapid evolution of technology, drawing a constant stream of innovators and dreamers who seek to redefine the boundaries of their fields. This spirit of industry is balanced by the preservation of open spaces like Werry Park, where the natural world is allowed to breathe amidst the pace of modern advancement. The proximity to the wider region allows for a steady exchange of ideas, while the influence of Portola Valley to the south keeps the character of the environment grounded in its pastoral roots. Even as the demands of the global economy press inward, the rhythms of the land remain steady, tethered to the history of the soil itself.

Stanford maintains a cultural character defined by a quiet, persistent curiosity that permeates the air around its historic sandstone corridors. Notable landmarks, such as the iconic Memorial Church, stand as architectural anchors that command the attention of every traveler who wanders through the grounds. The calendar is marked by the ebb and flow of academic life, punctuated by athletic traditions and public gatherings that bring a vibrant energy to the otherwise serene atmosphere. Famous figures like Herbert Hoover left an indelible mark on the identity of the institution, their influence still felt in the way the space is organized and perceived. During the quiet hours of the morning, when the mist lingers over the grass, one can sense the weight of the discoveries that have occurred here, shaping the future of those who come to study and create.

Nearby Outdoor Places

The Sieve of Eratosthenes (Public Artwork) — 0.1 mi, 014° N
Bishop Auditorium (Theatre) — 0.4 mi, 347° N
CEMEX Auditorium (Theatre) — 0.4 mi, 028° NE
Chanel Miller Contemplative Garden (Monument) — 0.5 mi, 243° SW
In Memory of Charles A. “Chuck” Taylor (Monument) — 0.6 mi, 025° NE
In Memory of Glenn S. “Pop” Warner (Monument) — 0.6 mi, 026° NE
Werry Park (Local Park) — 0.7 mi, 116° SE
Significant Events in Cell Biology walkway (Attraction) — 0.7 mi, 313° NW
Stem Cell Research information placards (Attraction) — 0.8 mi, 312° NW
Weissharr Park (Local Park) — 0.8 mi, 117° SE
Mayfield Park (Local Recreation) — 0.9 mi, 095° E
Pacific Art League (Arts Centre) — 1.4 mi, 014° N
Portola Art Gallery (Gallery) — 1.4 mi, 329° NW
Node (Gallery) — 1.4 mi, 007° N
Hewlett Packard's Garage (Attraction) — 1.4 mi, 026° NE
Pamela Walsh Gallery (Gallery) — 1.4 mi, 010° N
Tower Well structure (historic) (Attraction) — 1.5 mi, 357° N
Barron Park Donkeys (Zoo / Wildlife Park) — 1.9 mi, 126° SE
Enid Pearson-Arastradero Preserve (Local Conservation Area) — 2.3 mi, 184° S
ARTis ANiMA Studio of Fine Arts (Arts Centre) — 2.4 mi, 107° E
Jasper Ridge Reserve (Conservation Area) — 2.6 mi, 234° SW
Baylands Preserve (Local Conservation Area) — 3.0 mi, 063° NE
Alamo Drafthouse Cinema (Cinema) — 3.4 mi, 113° SE
Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 3.4 mi, 042° NE · 81k acres
The Foster Museum (Museum) — 3.6 mi, 091° E
Bair Island State Marine Park (Marine Protected Area) — 6.2 mi, 329° NW
Golden Gate National Recreation Area (National Recreation Area) — 6.7 mi, 283° W · 113k acres
Portola Redwoods State Park (State Park) — 9.8 mi, 189° S
California Coastal National Monument (National Monument) — 13.7 mi, 252° W · 8,946 acres
Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary (Marine Protected Area) — 13.7 mi, 251° W

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