Enter your search query in the box below.

Bensville Maryland Map

Explore Bensville, Maryland, with this interactive street and satellite map.

Interactive Map of Bensville, Maryland

City	Bensville
State	Maryland (MD)
County	Charles County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	38.609285
Longitude	-77.012197
Population	15,288
Density	349.2 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Code	20603
Area Code	301, 240
County Seat	La Plata
School District	Charles County Public Schools

🌦 Goto Bensville Weather Page: Bensville, Maryland — Weather Warnings, Forecast, Radar, Satellite & Current Conditions

About Bensville, Maryland

Bensville is a locality in Charles County, Maryland, United States. It has a population of 15,288. The population density is 349.2 people per km². Bensville is located at 38.6093°N, 77.0122°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 20603.

Bensville occupies a quiet expanse of inland territory where the horizon stretches wide across the Maryland landscape. It lies 3.8 miles west of Dorchester, MD (from Dorchester, MD: bearing 261°T), and is situated 7.7 miles northeast of Charles. The terrain surrounding Bensville consists of steady, earth-toned plains that deepen into woodland patches as one moves toward the shade of Doncaster State Forest. Pole Branch meanders through the local geography just one mile away, offering a narrow, winding corridor for the runoff of the seasons. Residents often find that the light at dusk settles heavily upon the ground, turning the fields a muted shade of gray before the stars emerge. On clear days, the distant silhouette of Chinn Ridge provides a faint, jagged anchor to the western sky, reminding observers of the vast distance between this soil and the high peaks.

Bensville retains a character shaped by the steady, measured pace of regional commerce and the slow accumulation of generations. The local economy relies on a mixture of trades that have long kept the residents tethered to the productivity of the land and the needs of nearby commercial hubs. Industry here is quiet and functional, lacking the grand monuments of larger centers but possessing a durable quality that mirrors the temperament of the people. History in Bensville is not found in grand public declarations, but in the persistent way families have maintained their hold on the surrounding acreage. The proximity to Devils Nest, located eleven miles away, serves as a reminder of the unique geological undulations that define the broader region and influence the local patterns of development.

Bensville Park offers a central gathering space where the rhythm of the day is marked by the movement of people rather than the tolling of bells. This local landmark provides a necessary break in the landscape, acting as a green anchor for those seeking a moment of stillness near the trails. While the area does not host the clamor of famous national figures or professional sports franchises, it maintains a distinct cultural identity rooted in the everyday lives of its people. Events held throughout the year tend to be modest and community-focused, reflecting a preference for privacy and the shared comfort of neighbors. The nearby West Trail invites a slow, deliberate exploration of the woods, allowing visitors to appreciate the stillness that defines the atmosphere of the region.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Bensville Park (Local Park) — 0.6 mi, 205° SW
Kingsview Community Center & Park (Local Park) — 1.1 mi, 288° W
Mattawoman Natural Environment Area (State Conservation Area) — 2.2 mi, 240° SW
Myrtle Grove Wma (State Conservation Area) — 2.2 mi, 240° SW
Chapman Residual (State Recreation Area) — 3.6 mi, 262° W
Piscataway Park (Conservation Area) — 4.5 mi, 354° N
Chapman Sp (State Park) — 4.8 mi, 276° W
MATTAWOMAN NEA - Mattawoman Wildland (State Park) — 6.5 mi, 250° W
Elizabeth Hartwell Mason Neck National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 7.4 mi, 286° W · 2,944 acres
George Washington Memorial Parkway (National Park) — 7.6 mi, 346° N · 2,795 acres
Slave Memorial (Monument) — 7.9 mi, 328° NW
Mansion Circle/Specialty Tours (Attraction) — 7.9 mi, 330° NW
Mansion Line Entry (Attraction) — 8.0 mi, 330° NW
Belvoir Manor (Historic Ruins) — 8.0 mi, 307° NW
Lives Bound Together: Slavery at Mount Vernon (Museum) — 8.0 mi, 330° NW
Virtual Mansion Tour (Cinema) — 8.0 mi, 330° NW
Orientation Film (Cinema) — 8.0 mi, 330° NW
Purple Heart Memorial (Monument) — 8.0 mi, 330° NW
Historic Area Entrance & Exit (Attraction) — 8.0 mi, 330° NW
Mount Vernon: The Story of an American Icon (Museum) — 8.1 mi, 330° NW
Nepenthe Gallery (Gallery) — 9.5 mi, 345° N
Basin Overlook (Viewpoint) — 9.5 mi, 306° NW
Hooray Art! (Arts Centre) — 9.5 mi, 345° N
George Washington's Distillery and Gristmill Tour (Attraction) — 9.6 mi, 319° NW
Pollinator Habitat (Nature Reserve) — 10.3 mi, 293° NW
Jackson M. Abbott Wetland Refuge (Nature Reserve) — 10.4 mi, 321° NW
Pentagon Stones (Monument) — 11.7 mi, 313° NW
Occoquan Bay National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 11.7 mi, 282° W · 1,268 acres
Jeffrey C. Dietze Stadium (Stadium) — 11.8 mi, 344° N
Mallows Bay-Potomac National Marine Sanctuary (Marine Protected Area) — 16.3 mi, 235° SW

Latest News: Bensville

Loading news…

World News

Loading news-world…

More World News