Groton Connecticut Map
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Interactive Map of Groton, Connecticut
| City | Groton |
| State | Connecticut (CT) |
| County | New London County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| Latitude | 41.325054 |
| Longitude | -72.066862 |
| Population | 9,387 |
| Density | 1175.6 /km² |
| Incorporated | Yes |
| ZIP Code | 6320 |
| Area Code | 203, 475, 860, 959 |
| County Seat | New London |
| School District | Groton School District |
About Groton, Connecticut
Groton is a locality in New London County, Connecticut, United States. It has a population of approximately 9,387. The population density is 1175.6 people per km². Groton is located at 41.3251°N, 72.0669°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. Groton is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 6320.Groton holds a quiet command over the landscape, where the Thames River carves a path toward the distant salt air. It lies 1.2 miles east-southeast of New London, CT (from New London, CT: bearing 109°T), and is situated 2.5 miles south-southwest of Conning Towers Nautilus Park. The land rises sharply to meet the sky at Fort Griswold Hill, a granite prominence that anchors the local topography. Beyond the river, the terrain softens toward the water, where the silhouette of Powder Island breaks the surface of the tide. Gentle depressions like Sanctuary Basin hold the memory of ancient glacial retreats, while the sheltered waters of Hay Harbor rest seven miles to the south. Visitors often remark on the light at dusk, which turns the gray water into a sheet of hammered silver before the evening chill settles over the ground.
Groton maintains a legacy defined by the weight of iron and the precision of maritime engineering. The economy has long been tethered to the pulse of the shipyards, where the roar of industry once echoed daily against the riverbanks. Workers here have spent generations crafting vessels that navigate the deep, a tradition that lends a serious, industrious character to the local streets. This mechanical heritage is balanced by the persistence of small-scale commerce that remains grounded in the realities of a working waterfront. The rhythm of the workweek dictates the town’s pace, creating a steady, predictable hum that persists long after the sun dips below the horizon.
Cultural life in Groton centers on a deep reverence for the past, preserved with care at the Fort Griswold Battlefield Area. This site serves as a somber reminder of the sacrifices made in the pursuit of independence, standing as a landmark for both residents and those passing through the region. Among the figures who have shaped the broader awareness of the area, the diplomat Silas Deane remains a recognized name associated with the early struggles of the nation. The atmosphere remains one of modest, dignified resilience, punctuated by the occasional sound of a bell ringing from the harbor. Life here moves with a deliberate purpose, reflecting a community that values its place in history as much as its role in the modern world.
Nearby Outdoor Places
- Groton Beach & City Recreation (Local Park) — 0.4 mi, 219° SW
- Bluff Point State Park/Natural Area Preserve (Marine Protected Area) — 0.9 mi, 132° SE
- State Park (State Park) — 0.9 mi, 132° SE
- Avery Memorial Monument (Monument) — 1.6 mi, 026° NE
- Bluff Point State Park (State Park) — 1.8 mi, 101° E
- Bluff Point (State Resource Management Area) — 1.8 mi, 065° NE
- Gov. John Winthrop Jr. Homestead (Monument) — 1.9 mi, 095° E
- Ocean Beach Park (Local Park) — 1.9 mi, 236° SW
- Burrows Field (Local Recreation) — 1.9 mi, 051° NE
- Poquonnock River Bank (Local Conservation Area) — 2.0 mi, 052° NE
- Fort Griswold Battlefield Area (State Resource Management Area) — 2.0 mi, 342° N
- United States Maritime Service Officers School (Monument) — 2.1 mi, 315° NW
- Fort Griswold Hill (Viewpoint) — 2.1 mi, 341° N
- Eugene O'Neill Theater Center (Theatre) — 2.3 mi, 243° SW
- Edith Oliver Theater (Theatre) — 2.3 mi, 244° SW
- Expressiones (Arts Centre) — 2.4 mi, 323° NW
- Hygienic Art (Arts Centre) — 2.4 mi, 323° NW
- New London County Historical Society (Museum) — 2.4 mi, 318° NW
- Marquee Gallery (Gallery) — 2.5 mi, 324° NW
- Columbo Statue (Historic Ruins) — 2.5 mi, 315° NW
- Harkness Memorial State Park/William A Niering Natural Area Preserve (Marine Protected Area) — 2.6 mi, 240° SW
- Nathan Hale Statue (Public Artwork) — 3.0 mi, 320° NW
- U.S. Coast Guard Museum (Museum) — 3.9 mi, 333° NW
- Battery Dutton (historical) (Historic Castle / Fort) — 5.2 mi, 159° S
- Dinosaur Tracks (Attraction) — 6.9 mi, 006° N
- Ledyard Oak Site (Attraction) — 6.9 mi, 007° N
- Large Glacial Erratic (Attraction) — 7.2 mi, 075° E
- Great Thicket National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 8.1 mi, 057° NE · 598 acres
- Old Lighthouse Museum (Museum) — 8.4 mi, 088° E
- Silvio O. Conte National Fish And Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 13.7 mi, 276° W · 74k acres
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About This Groton Map Page
This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Groton, Connecticut. Coordinates: 41.325054, -72.066862. 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 Groton includes the ZIP code (6320), telephone area code (203, 475, 860, 959), county seat of New London County (New London), and school district assignment (Groton 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. |
