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Ballenger Creek Maryland Map

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Interactive Map of Ballenger Creek, Maryland

CityBallenger Creek
StateMaryland (MD)
CountyFrederick County
CountryUnited States of America
TimezoneEastern Time (America/New_York)
Latitude39.381131
Longitude-77.420179
Population24,999
Density894.0 /km²
IncorporatedN/A
ZIP Codes21703, 21704
Area Code410, 443
County SeatFrederick
School DistrictFrederick County Public Schools

About Ballenger Creek, Maryland

Ballenger Creek is a locality in Frederick County, Maryland, United States. It has a population of 24,999. The population density is 894.0 people per km². Ballenger Creek is located at 39.3811°N, 77.4202°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP codes: 21703, 21704.

Ballenger Creek defines the landscape with its namesake waterway, which carves a quiet, persistent path through the local topography. It lies 3.2 miles south-southwest of Frederick, MD (from Frederick, MD: bearing 205°T), and is situated 5.5 miles northwest of Urbana. The terrain surrounding Ballenger Creek consists of modest, cultivated rises that characterize the broader regional transition toward the Blue Ridge Mountains, visible as a soft, jagged silhouette on the western horizon. Residents here enjoy the proximity of Robin Meadows Park, a space that preserves the open character of the land and invites a slow appreciation of the changing seasons. During the autumn, the light turns a pale, translucent gold that catches the edges of the sycamores lining the banks. This inland setting remains defined by the rhythm of the soil and the steady flow of the water, far removed from the pressures of the distant coastline.

Agriculture and the steady growth of modern commerce have shaped the historical development of the region, shifting from agrarian roots to a contemporary hub of service and professional activity. Ballenger Creek reflects this transition as the local economy now supports a diverse workforce that commutes to nearby centers of industry and government. The legacy of the area is found in the persistence of its land-use patterns, where modern residential expansion meets the traditional stewardship of the surrounding plains. Local industry benefits from the accessible infrastructure that connects these quiet neighborhoods to the wider economic pulse of the region. Even as the pace of life accelerates, the underlying structure remains tied to the historical legacy of the Piedmont plateau.

Cultural character in Ballenger Creek is defined by a grounded, neighborly consistency that values community connection over grand spectacle. Residents often gather for local events that celebrate the shared history of the region, maintaining traditions that honor the people who have lived and worked on this land for generations. While many seek recreation at Culler Lake for its serene, reflective waters, the local identity is equally tied to the daily interactions within the neighborhood and the quiet pride of its citizens. The area remains a place where the focus is on the steady, unremarkable beauty of a well-tended garden or the crisp clarity of the air after a rain. It is a quiet corner of the map that favors a reliable, predictable existence over the fleeting trends of larger urban centers.

Nearby Outdoor Places

  • Kingsbrook Park (Local Park) — 0.2 mi, 306° NW
  • Ballenger Creek Trail (Local Park) — 0.2 mi, 184° S
  • MD State Highway Administration 1 (State Resource Management Area) — 0.7 mi, 129° SE
  • United Daughters of the Confederacy Monument (Monument) — 1.3 mi, 105° E
  • Maryland Monument (Monument) — 1.3 mi, 105° E
  • Monument to the Unknown Confederate Soldiers (Monument) — 1.5 mi, 007° N
  • Francis Scott Key (Public Artwork) — 1.8 mi, 013° N
  • Frederick Book Arts Center (Arts Centre) — 2.1 mi, 017° N
  • The Great Frederick Fair (Attraction) — 2.6 mi, 032° NE
  • State of Maryland 2 (State Resource Management Area) — 2.7 mi, 064° NE
  • Jug Bridge West Abutment (Historic Ruins) — 3.1 mi, 066° NE
  • Jug Bridge East Abutment (Historic Ruins) — 3.2 mi, 067° NE
  • Warehouse Cinemas (Cinema) — 3.4 mi, 326° NW
  • Children's Museum of Rose Hill Manor Park (Museum) — 4.1 mi, 012° N
  • White Rocks (Viewpoint) — 6.9 mi, 170° S
  • Walkersville Southern Railroad (Attraction) — 8.0 mi, 026° NE
  • Hallowood Worship Center (Theatre) — 9.2 mi, 177° S
  • Amphitheater (Theatre) — 11.2 mi, 140° SE
  • South Mountain State Park (State Park) — 11.2 mi, 295° NW
  • South Mountain Sp (State Park) — 11.5 mi, 311° NW
  • Appalachian National Scenic Trail (National Trail) — 12.0 mi, 301° NW · 110k acres
  • Lost City Art (Gallery) — 12.8 mi, 145° SE
  • Mount Airy Museum (Museum) — 14.2 mi, 091° E
  • Pumpkin Cannon (Attraction) — 14.6 mi, 009° N
  • We Art Fun (Arts Centre) — 16.1 mi, 149° SE

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About This Ballenger Creek Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Ballenger Creek, Maryland. Coordinates: 39.381131, -77.420179. 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 Ballenger Creek includes the ZIP code (21703, 21704), telephone area code (410, 443), county seat of Frederick County (Frederick), and school district assignment (Frederick County Public Schools).

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 generatedAugust 2026
Location dataSimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data
Wikipedia validationArticle content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API.