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Whittier California Map

Explore 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 Whittier, California

How to Use This Whittier, California Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for 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 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	Whittier
State	California (CA)
County	Los Angeles County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles)

Latitude	33.966827
Longitude	-118.020122
Population	87,306
Density	2301.3 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	90601, 90603, 90602, 90604, 90605
Area Code	310, 424
County Seat	Los Angeles
School District	Whittier Union High School District

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About Whittier, California

Whittier is a locality in Los Angeles County, California, United States. It has a population of 87,306. The population density is 2301.3 people per km². Whittier is located at 33.9668°N, 118.0201°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. Whittier is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 90601, 90603, 90602.

Whittier unfolds across a landscape defined by the quiet persistence of inland terrain, where the earth rises into the textured elevation of Turnbull Canyon. It lies 1.4 miles north-northeast of South Whittier, CA (from South Whittier, CA: bearing 22°T), and is situated 9.7 miles northwest of Fullerton. The quality of light here, particularly as the afternoon sun leans against the western slopes, casts a long, amber glow that softens the lines of the neighborhood streets and the dry, golden grasses of the higher ridges. On the horizon, the San Gabriel Mountains maintain a silent, distant vigil, their jagged silhouettes providing a constant, anchored backdrop to the daily movement of the inhabitants. Worsham Creek carves a thin, seasonal line through the local geography, while the proximity of Hoover Reservoir offers a still, reflective surface that breaks the expanse of the land. Central Park serves as an immediate, accessible green space, grounding the local environment in a familiar, human-scaled rhythm that persists regardless of the seasonal shifts in the air.

Whittier traces its origins to the arrival of settlers who sought to establish a life centered around the cultivation of the soil and the quietude of a deliberate, agrarian pace. These early foundations were built upon the steady labor of those who recognized the potential in the local earth, turning the landscape into a patchwork of productive fields and orchards that defined the character of the early generations. As the years progressed, the transition from these initial agricultural roots into a more structured, modern development occurred with a measured, intentional persistence. The legacy of these founding figures remains visible in the preserved architecture and the deliberate layout of the older districts, where the historical intent to create a stable, enduring place of residence continues to inform the spirit of the people who reside there.

Whittier sustains its economic vitality through a diverse array of professional services and institutional anchors that keep the local pulse steady and predictable. The presence of higher education, most notably represented by Whittier College, introduces a scholarly, inquisitive energy that permeates the local commerce and infrastructure. Small businesses, specialized medical facilities, and a range of service-oriented industries ensure that the daily requirements of the populace are met without the need for constant, exhausting travel. The infrastructure, characterized by well-ordered streets and a network of arterial roads, supports this internal focus, facilitating a flow of resources that keeps the local economy self-contained and resilient. In this environment, the rhythm of the workweek is punctuated by the steady, reliable operations of these institutions, which serve as the primary drivers of stability for the residents.

Whittier cultivates a cultural life that finds its expression in the intersection of local traditions and the quiet, daily habits of its citizens. The annual calendar is marked by community-focused festivals and gatherings that bring neighbors into the public squares, reinforcing the social bonds that define the spirit of the place. While the echoes of larger, regional sporting events reach the ears of the locals, the focus remains primarily on the immediate, tangible aspects of life, such as the maintenance of landmarks and the preservation of the local character. Richard Nixon, who spent his formative years in the vicinity, stands as the most widely recognized individual associated with the history of the area, his presence lingering in the local lore. Between the shaded walkways and the quietude of the residential blocks, the culture of Whittier is one of understated endurance, where the simple act of living well is considered the highest form of participation.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Worsham Canyon Open Space (Local Recreation) — 0.6 mi, 001° N
East Whittier Middle School Park (Local Park) — 0.7 mi, 157° SE
Welcome Friends (Public Artwork) — 0.8 mi, 250° W
Theatre entrance (Theatre) — 0.9 mi, 295° NW
Arroyo San Miguel Open Space (Local Recreation) — 1.1 mi, 098° E
Vic Lopez Auditorium (Theatre) — 1.7 mi, 306° NW
Hellman Park (Local Park) — 1.7 mi, 339° N
LA-14 Nike Missile Site (Monument) — 3.5 mi, 005° N
Cold Creek Valley Preserve (Local Conservation Area) — 4.0 mi, 085° E
Valley View Farms History Tour Marker (Monument) — 4.4 mi, 187° S
Valley View Farms Business Center Plaque (Monument) — 4.4 mi, 187° S
Rowland House (historical) (Museum) — 4.7 mi, 050° NE
Cinepolis (Cinema) — 4.7 mi, 301° NW
Workman and Temple Family Homestead Museum (Museum) — 4.8 mi, 041° NE
Bosque del Rio Hondo Natural Area (Nature Reserve) — 5.1 mi, 327° NW
Regency Norwalk 8 (Cinema) — 5.6 mi, 221° SW
Stay Gallery (Gallery) — 6.7 mi, 254° W
Nike Missile LA-29 IFC Site (Historic Ruins) — 7.2 mi, 096° E
In-N-Out Burger Museum (Museum) — 7.5 mi, 020° N
Pinot's Palette (Arts Centre) — 7.7 mi, 116° SE
Nike Missile LA-29 Launch Battery Site (Historic Ruins) — 7.7 mi, 094° E
Citadel Outlets (Attraction) — 8.1 mi, 290° W
Brea Art Gallery (Gallery) — 8.3 mi, 115° SE
Chino Hills State Park (State Park) — 11.1 mi, 107° E
San Gabriel Mountains National Monument (National Monument) — 13.9 mi, 010° N · 454k acres
Angeles National Forest (National Forest) — 13.9 mi, 010° N · 662k acres
San Gabriel Wilderness (Wilderness Area) — 19.0 mi, 004° N · 36k acres
Cleveland National Forest (National Forest) — 21.2 mi, 110° E · 426k acres

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