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Burtonsville Maryland Map

Explore Burtonsville, Maryland, 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 Burtonsville, Maryland

How to Use This Burtonsville, Maryland Map

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

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	Burtonsville
State	Maryland (MD)
County	Montgomery County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	39.120921
Longitude	-76.936675
Population	9,498
Density	467.9 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Codes	20866, 20868
Area Code	301, 240
County Seat	Rockville
School District	Montgomery County Public Schools

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About Burtonsville, Maryland

Burtonsville is a locality in Montgomery County, Maryland, United States. It has a population of approximately 9,498. The population density is 467.9 people per km². Burtonsville is located at 39.1209°N, 76.9367°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP codes: 20866, 20868.

Burtonsville occupies a landscape defined by the steady, persistent flow of the Little Paint Branch as it carves through the verdant Maryland piedmont. It lies 2.8 miles north-northeast of Fairland, MD (from Fairland, MD: bearing 29°T), and is situated 9.7 miles north-northeast of Silver Spring. The terrain surrounding Burtonsville rises in gentle, earth-bound swells, keeping the distant Appalachian Mountains far beyond the western horizon. Residents enjoy the proximity of the T. Howard Duckett Watershed, which provides a quiet expanse of protected woodlands and open space for the local ecosystem. Just a mile away, the quiet waters of Rocky Gorge Reservoir reflect the changing seasons, offering a tranquil mirror to the shifting canopy of oak and maple trees. The air here carries the scent of damp earth and cooling leaf mold, a reminder that the inland climate remains firmly detached from the humid influence of any distant coastline.

Burtonsville emerged as a crossroads settlement, evolving from a quiet intersection of rural paths into a functional hub for regional commerce. Its early economy relied heavily on the fertile soil and the small-scale milling operations that once utilized the energy of local streams. Today, the local economy centers on a diverse array of small businesses, professional services, and retail establishments that serve the daily needs of a growing population. The rhythm of Burtonsville remains tied to the movement of commuters and the steady pulse of nearby regional centers, yet it maintains a distinct identity through its independent storefronts and service providers. This blend of historical agricultural roots and modern enterprise creates a grounded, industrious atmosphere that defines the daily experience of its residents.

The cultural character of Burtonsville is defined by a quiet, unassuming diversity that reflects the broader shifts within the region. While it lacks the grand monuments of larger cities, the T. Howard Duckett Watershed serves as a vital landmark for those who value the preservation of natural quietude. Community life often congregates around local school events and seasonal gatherings that highlight the varied backgrounds of the people who call Burtonsville home. While the area has hosted notable figures over the years, it remains a place where the focus stays on the privacy and comfort of suburban living rather than the pursuit of fame. The evening light often settles softly over the rooftops, casting long, peaceful shadows that emphasize the slow, deliberate pace of a place that prefers substance over spectacle.

Nearby Outdoor Places

T. Howard Duckett Watershed (Local Conservation Area) — 0.4 mi, 320° NW
Old Bank Vault Door (Public Artwork) — 0.6 mi, 168° S
Patuxent River Wastershed Conservation Park (Local Park) — 1.0 mi, 067° NE
Montgomery County (Local Park) — 1.1 mi, 236° SW
Maydale Cp (Local Conservation Area) — 2.1 mi, 236° SW
Scott’s Cove at Rocky Gorge Reservoir (Attraction) — 2.6 mi, 069° E
Patuxent River Sp (State Park) — 4.4 mi, 314° NW
Mill Race (Historic Ruins) — 5.2 mi, 024° NE
Matthew Henson State Park Unit #4 (State Park) — 5.4 mi, 243° SW
River Overlook (Viewpoint) — 5.5 mi, 073° E
Old Savage Dam Gates (Historic Ruins) — 5.7 mi, 079° E
Good Knight Castle Children's Museum (Museum) — 6.0 mi, 167° S
HorseSpirit Arts Gallery (Gallery) — 6.1 mi, 080° E
Montpelier Cultural Arts Center (Arts Centre) — 6.4 mi, 128° SE
Patuxent Research Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 6.7 mi, 123° SE · 26k acres
DC Sniper Victims Memorial (Monument) — 7.0 mi, 231° SW
The Beachkraft Studio\gallery (Gallery) — 7.4 mi, 289° W
Silver Spring Stage Theater (Theatre) — 8.0 mi, 210° SW
Howard County Center of African American Culture (Museum) — 8.3 mi, 032° NE
AMC Wheaton Mall 9 (Cinema) — 8.6 mi, 226° SW
Columbia Art Center (Gallery) — 8.7 mi, 047° NE
Greenbelt Arts Center (Theatre) — 8.8 mi, 159° S
Greenbelt MakerSpace (Arts Centre) — 8.9 mi, 159° S
Old Greenbelt Theatre (Cinema) — 8.9 mi, 159° S
World War II Memorial (Monument) — 8.9 mi, 159° S
George Washington Memorial Parkway (National Park) — 15.7 mi, 223° SW · 2,795 acres

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