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Northford Connecticut Map

Explore Northford, Connecticut, 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 Northford, Connecticut

How to Use This Northford, Connecticut Map

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

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	Northford
State	Connecticut (CT)
County	New Haven County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	41.393708
Longitude	-72.79121
Population	6,082
Density	294.1 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Code	06472
Area Code	203, 475, 860, 959
County Seat	New Haven
School District	North Branford School District

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About Northford, Connecticut

Northford is a locality in New Haven County, Connecticut, United States. It has a population of approximately 6,082. The population density is 294.1 people per km². Northford is located at 41.3937°N, 72.7912°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 06472.

Northford maintains a quiet, inland character defined by the steady presence of the Farm River as it carves a path through the local landscape. It lies 4.1 miles south-southeast of Wallingford Center, CT (from Wallingford Center, CT: bearing 160°T), and is situated 9.2 miles northeast of New Haven. The terrain rises gently toward the prominence of North Hill, which stands as a silent sentinel over the surrounding fields and woodlands. Water from the nearby Lake Gaillard reflects the changing seasons, grounding the countryside in a stillness that feels both ancient and enduring. Residents often wander the paths through the Mccluskey Preserve Site, where the undergrowth thrives in the rich, dark soil of this region. When the sun dips low, the light catches the golden hues of the grasses, casting long, soft shadows across the open plains.

Northford emerged from the industrious spirit of early settlers who recognized the value of the land’s natural resources. Agriculture once dominated the local economy, though the transition toward diverse trades and manufacturing gradually shaped the modern industrial identity. The legacy of these early workers is felt in the sturdy, functional architecture that persists in the older sections of the community. Today, the economy balances a mix of local businesses and professional services that support the daily needs of those living in the area. Labor and commerce continue to pulse through the streets, reflecting a heritage of self-reliance that has defined the region for generations.

Cultural life in Northford centers on a shared appreciation for the slower pace of inland living and the preservation of its historical roots. The community gathers for local events that mark the turning of the seasons, fostering a sense of connection that remains strong despite the modern rush. Enthusiasts of the outdoors frequently seek out the Mattabesset Trail, finding solace in the quiet stretches of wilderness that lie just a short distance away. While the area remains modest in its public profile, it has served as a place of residence for individuals like the talented actress Katharine Hepburn, who once maintained a home in the general vicinity. This enduring character persists in the way the air cools at dusk, carrying the scent of damp earth and woodsmoke through the quiet evening.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Mccluskey Preserve Site (Conservation Area) — 0.1 mi, 162° S
Salem Road (Conservation Area) — 0.8 mi, 280° W
Tyler Mill (town Open Space) (Local Park) — 1.1 mi, 340° N
Moss Rock (Viewpoint) — 1.6 mi, 345° N
Julius M. Hansen Park (Local Park) — 1.8 mi, 255° W
Mill Road Field (Local Recreation) — 2.6 mi, 255° W
Wharton Brook Natural Area Preserve (State Conservation Area) — 3.0 mi, 315° NW
Blake's Aqua Den (Aquarium) — 3.6 mi, 323° NW
Trimountain State Park Scenic Reserve (State Park) — 3.8 mi, 040° NE
Abraham Baldwin (Monument) — 3.9 mi, 083° E
Bear Cave (Attraction) — 4.0 mi, 109° E
Sleeping Giant State Park (State Park) — 4.2 mi, 310° NW
Wallingford Historical Society (Museum) — 4.2 mi, 339° N
Wallingford Korean War Memorial (Monument) — 4.4 mi, 341° N
Wallingford World War II Memorial (Monument) — 4.4 mi, 341° N
Wallingford Public Access (Cinema) — 4.5 mi, 340° N
Quinnipiac River Marsh Wildlife Area (Marine Protected Area) — 4.9 mi, 242° SW
Regional Water Authority Land (Waterfowl Production Area) — 4.9 mi, 274° W
Washington Trail monument (Attraction) — 5.0 mi, 034° NE
Jonathan Dickerman House (Museum) — 6.0 mi, 288° W
Dodge Dump Truck (Attraction) — 6.1 mi, 083° E
Charcoal Pit (Historic Ruins) — 6.4 mi, 072° E
Selectmen's Stones (Attraction) — 6.5 mi, 065° NE
Henry Gould Lewis (Public Artwork) — 7.4 mi, 234° SW
North Light Gallery & Framing (Gallery) — 7.7 mi, 187° S
Jones Auditorium (Theatre) — 7.9 mi, 237° SW
Act 2 Theater (Theatre) — 8.1 mi, 238° SW
Guilford Art Center (Arts Centre) — 8.6 mi, 141° SE
Stewart B. Mckinney National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 10.5 mi, 171° S · 3,061 acres
Silvio O. Conte National Fish And Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 15.0 mi, 050° NE · 74k acres

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