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Tamarac Florida Map

Explore Tamarac, Florida, 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 Tamarac, Florida

How to Use This Tamarac, Florida Map

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

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	Tamarac
State	Florida (FL)
County	Broward County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	26.203835
Longitude	-80.256135
Population	71,897
Density	2396.0 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	33321
Area Code	954, 754
County Seat	Fort Lauderdale
School District	Broward County School District

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About Tamarac, Florida

Tamarac is a locality in Broward County, Florida, United States. It has a population of 71,897. The population density is 2396.0 people per km². Tamarac is located at 26.2038°N, 80.2561°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. Tamarac is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 33321.

Tamarac maintains a quiet presence upon the flat, sun-drenched plains of the Florida interior, where the horizon stretches thin and pale against a heavy, humid sky. It lies 1.5 miles west-southwest of North Lauderdale, FL (from North Lauderdale, FL: bearing 258°T), and is situated 9.1 miles northwest of Fort Lauderdale. The land here is defined by its low elevation and the subtle, persistent influence of the subtropical climate, which softens the edges of every structure and street. While the landscape lacks the drama of high peaks or deep valleys, it possesses a meditative stillness, particularly as the afternoon light turns a deep, bruised gold over the palmetto scrub. The proximity of the Cypress Creek Canal serves as a vital, silent artery through the terrain, its waters holding the reflections of the sky in a way that anchors the shifting colors of the day to the earth itself.

Tamarac emerged from the ambition of mid-century development, carving a structured identity out of what was once expansive, untamed acreage. The process of settlement transformed the open fields into a grid of neighborhoods and thoroughfares, replacing the wilder growth with intentional planning. This evolution from raw land to a residential expanse required a sustained effort to master the environment, turning the challenges of a damp, heavy soil into a foundation for permanent habitation. Even as the years have passed, the echoes of those early builders remain in the wide, straight lines of the infrastructure that define how the inhabitants move through their daily lives.

Economic activity in Tamarac thrives through a blend of local commerce, service industries, and a commitment to maintaining a functional, accessible urban environment. The infrastructure is designed to support the needs of a growing population, with well-maintained roads and public spaces like the Multi Purpose Center serving as essential hubs for the public. While the region does not house major universities, the educational needs of the population are met through a network of schools that foster a sense of continuity for families. The rhythm of the workday reflects a pragmatic focus on stability, with the local economy shifting to accommodate the demands of a modern, interconnected workforce that values efficiency and connection to the surrounding municipalities.

Cultural life in Tamarac finds expression in the gatherings held at public venues and the shared experiences of residents who value the predictability of their surroundings. The Multi Purpose Center acts as a focal point for civic engagement, hosting events that bring the neighborhood together in a celebration of community identity. While the region is removed from the influence of the coastline, the residents find beauty in the inland greenery and the expansive, cloud-filled vistas that characterize the local atmosphere. Though no singular landmark or famous figure defines the collective consciousness, the spirit of the place is found in the everyday interactions of those who call Tamarac their own, navigating a landscape that remains refreshingly indifferent to the clamor of the wider world.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Woodmont Natural Area (Local Conservation Area) — 0.6 mi, 348° N
Veterans Park (Local Park) — 1.0 mi, 175° S
Tamarac Cinema 5 (Cinema) — 1.9 mi, 276° W
Sports Complex (Local Recreation) — 2.0 mi, 300° NW
AMC Sunrise 8 (Cinema) — 2.0 mi, 204° SW
Wyland Wall #99 "Water For Life" (Public Artwork) — 2.1 mi, 081° E
Riverside (Local Park) — 2.3 mi, 322° NW
Everglades and Francis S. Taylor Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 2.6 mi, 270° W
Water ConservationArea 2B (Local Resource Management Area) — 2.6 mi, 269° W
Water ConservationArea 2A (Local Resource Management Area) — 3.1 mi, 304° NW
Coral Springs Veterans Memorial (Monument) — 4.0 mi, 014° N
Ismaili Cultural Center (Arts Centre) — 4.8 mi, 357° N
City of Plantation Historical Museum (Museum) — 5.4 mi, 163° S
Schacknow Museum of Fine Arts (Museum) — 5.5 mi, 171° S
Young At Art (Museum) — 5.9 mi, 179° S
Xtreme Action Park (Theme Park) — 6.4 mi, 098° E
Butterfly World (Attraction) — 6.9 mi, 049° NE
McGinnis Ski School (Attraction) — 7.9 mi, 161° S
Claudia Castillo Art Studio (Gallery) — 8.0 mi, 114° SE
Athletic Hall of Fame (Monument) — 8.1 mi, 090° E
Ernesto Maranje Art & Design (Gallery) — 8.6 mi, 125° SE
MAC Art Galleries (Gallery) — 8.6 mi, 124° SE
ArtServe Gallery (Arts Centre) — 9.1 mi, 121° SE
Las Olas Boulevard (Attraction) — 9.1 mi, 130° SE
Sunrise Paddleboards (Attraction) — 9.2 mi, 110° E
Hugh Taylor Birch State Park (State Park) — 9.9 mi, 112° E
Arthur R. Marshall Loxahatchee National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 10.6 mi, 346° N · 149k acres
John U. Lloyd Beach State Park (State Park) — 11.8 mi, 131° SE
Everglades National Park (National Park) — 40.1 mi, 220° SW · 3.0M acres

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