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Staples Connecticut Map

Explore Staples, 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 Staples, Connecticut

How to Use This Staples, Connecticut Map

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

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	Staples
State	Connecticut (CT)
County	Fairfield County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	41.1508
Longitude	-73.3283
Population	6,954
Density	617.4 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Code	06880
Area Code	203, 475, 860, 959
County Seat	Bridgeport
School District	Westport School District

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About Staples, Connecticut

Staples is a locality in Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States. It has a population of approximately 6,954. The population density is 617.4 people per km². Staples is located at 41.1508°N, 73.3283°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 06880.

Staples defines its character through the quiet, persistent flow of Muddy Brook, which shapes the low-lying terrain as it meanders through the landscape. It lies 4.7 miles east-northeast of Norwalk, CT (from Norwalk, CT: bearing 61°T), and is situated 6.5 miles west of Bridgeport. The earth here rises gently toward the summit of Prospect Hill, a solitary elevation that offers a vantage point over the surrounding woodlands and residential clearings. Residents often find solace in the open spaces of Burr Farms, where the light at dusk catches the tall grasses in a soft, amber glow. Beyond the immediate canopy, the proximity to Smithtown Bay brings a faint, salt-tinged breeze that travels thirteen miles inland to temper the summer heat. A short distance away, the quiet waters of Woods Pond provide a reflective surface for the changing seasons, while the nearby silhouette of Gorham Island adds a distinct point of interest to the wider horizon.

Staples grew from an era of modest agrarian beginnings, eventually evolving into a place characterized by its measured, deliberate pace of life. The local economy moved away from the early reliance on manual labor, shifting toward a professional and service-oriented sector that favors the modern commuter. Historic stone walls, remnants of older agricultural boundaries, still partition the properties, serving as silent markers of a time when the land was cleared for pasture and small-scale cultivation. While industry has long since modernized, the spirit of the early settlers remains in the careful preservation of the surrounding environment. This economic transition has allowed Staples to maintain a quiet, stable atmosphere that prioritizes residential tranquility over rapid commercial expansion.

Cultural life in Staples revolves around a deep appreciation for shared spaces and the preservation of local history. The community gathers for seasonal events at Burr Farms, where the change of foliage acts as a natural backdrop for neighborhood interaction. Notable figures who have walked these paths appreciate the privacy afforded by the dense tree lines and the lack of pretense in the local architecture. While one might look toward the distant horizon for the grandeur of larger geographic features, the true merit of the area lies in the intimate details of its winding lanes and quiet corners. Intellectual and artistic pursuits thrive in this environment, bolstered by a collective commitment to maintaining the integrity of the landscape. Life here remains a steady, unadorned experience, grounded by the steady flow of the brook and the enduring character of its people.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Burr Farms (Local Park) — 0.3 mi, 176° S
Town Hall & Field (Local Park) — 1.6 mi, 257° W
Capped Water Well (Historic Ruins) — 1.9 mi, 223° SW
Green Farms (Conservation Area) — 1.9 mi, 148° SE
Haskins House (Historic Ruins) — 1.9 mi, 223° SW
Quidley & Company (Gallery) — 2.0 mi, 251° W
Sherwood Millpond (Conservation Area) — 2.0 mi, 191° S
Sherwood Island State Park (State Park) — 2.1 mi, 179° S
Great Swamp Fight - 1637 (Monument) — 2.2 mi, 114° SE
Douglas James Perce (Monument) — 2.2 mi, 113° SE
Mid Fairfield Youth Museum (Museum) — 2.6 mi, 264° W
Earthplace (Attraction) — 2.7 mi, 265° W
9-11 Memorial (Monument) — 2.8 mi, 182° S
Mill Hollow Park (Local Recreation) — 2.9 mi, 093° E
AMC Royale 6 (Cinema) — 3.4 mi, 241° SW
Connecticut Audubon Birdcraft Museum (Museum) — 3.6 mi, 096° E
Art/Place Gallery (Gallery) — 3.7 mi, 099° E
Lawrence A Wien Experimental Theatre (Theatre) — 3.8 mi, 084° E
Aloysisus P Kelley Theatre (Theatre) — 3.8 mi, 085° E
Regina A Quick Center for the Arts (Arts Centre) — 3.8 mi, 084° E
Thomas J Walsh Art Gallery (Arts Centre) — 3.8 mi, 085° E
Grumman ave/ Merritt pkwy bridge (Viewpoint) — 3.9 mi, 273° W
Katherine Ordway Preserve (Nature Reserve) — 4.3 mi, 342° N
Norwalk Museum;Norwalk Museum Historical Reference Library (Museum) — 4.9 mi, 237° SW
The State Of Connecticut (Waterfowl Production Area) — 5.1 mi, 029° NE
Stewart B. Mckinney National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 5.8 mi, 203° SW · 3,061 acres
Beardsley State Park (State Park) — 8.8 mi, 055° NE
Charles E. Wheeler Wildlife Mangement Area (Marine Protected Area) — 11.0 mi, 079° E
Oyster Bay National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 18.5 mi, 210° SW · 6,772 acres

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