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Elkton Maryland Map

Explore Elkton, 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 Elkton, Maryland

How to Use This Elkton, Maryland Map

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

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

Latitude	39.606779
Longitude	-75.833272
Population	15,807
Density	686.7 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	21921, 21922
Area Code	410, 443
County Seat	Elkton
School District	Cecil County Public Schools

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About Elkton, Maryland

Elkton is a locality in Cecil County, Maryland, United States. It has a population of 15,807. The population density is 686.7 people per km². Elkton is located at 39.6068°N, 75.8333°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. Elkton is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 21921, 21922.

Elkton reveals itself through the steady, patient movement of Big Elk Creek as it winds past the foundations of the settlement. It lies 6.4 miles east-northeast of Cecil, MD (from Cecil, MD: bearing 69°T), and is situated 6.9 miles southwest of Newark. The surrounding landscape remains defined by its inland character, positioned far from the reach of any sea, where the earth holds a stillness shaped by the distant silhouette of Mine Ridge on the horizon. Residents often find quiet beauty at Cow Pond, where the water mirrors the shifting light of the afternoon sky. Beyond the immediate vicinity, Elk Neck State Forest provides a dense, verdant expanse that contrasts with the open, accessible grounds of West & East Meadow Parks/ederpark/hatchery Park. The air here carries the scent of damp soil and leaf litter, a reminder of the deep, quiet woods that define the regional geography.

Elkton grew from a strategic position that favored early milling and trade, anchoring its survival to the reliable flow of the local waterway. The economy shifted over generations from simple agrarian roots to a more complex industrial focus, reflecting the adaptability of a people accustomed to the changing demands of the interior. Businesses often find their footing in the legacy of manufacturing and logistics, which have long utilized the accessible terrain to move goods across the region. Back Creek Mooring Basin serves as a functional point of interest, illustrating how the residents have historically managed the movement of materials through the landscape. Even when the pace of labor intensifies, the town maintains a steady, industrious rhythm that honors the work of those who built the local infrastructure.

Cultural life in Elkton thrives through a persistent sense of community that values both the preservation of history and the progression of modern daily life. Notable landmarks like the distant, cascading waters of Gilpins Falls draw those who seek to appreciate the natural features of the surrounding basin. While the town remains modest in its public profile, it has served as a place of residence for figures such as the actress Jeanette MacDonald, who once called this quiet corner of the state home. Local events and gatherings occur with a regularity that binds the neighbors together, fostering an atmosphere where individual contributions are recognized and respected. The character of the people mirrors the land itself—resilient, grounded, and unpretentious—ensuring that Elkton remains a place where the passage of time is measured more by the seasons than by the fleeting trends of the outside world.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Art Space on Main (Gallery) — 0.1 mi, 077° E
West & East Meadow Parks/ederpark/hatchery Park (Local Park) — 0.1 mi, 095° E
Marina Park (Local Park) — 0.1 mi, 164° S
Hammering Heart (Public Artwork) — 0.3 mi, 066° NE
Town Of Elkton Skate Park (Local Recreation) — 0.6 mi, 076° E
Elk Neck Sf (State Resource Management Area) — 2.0 mi, 238° SW
Barrington (Conservation Area) — 2.6 mi, 085° E
Deerborne Woods (Conservation Area) — 2.7 mi, 073° E
Mason Dixon Line Marker Arc Stone 2 (Monument) — 4.3 mi, 033° NE
Mason Dixon Line Marker Arc Stone 3 (Monument) — 4.4 mi, 033° NE
Mason Dixon Line Marker Arc Stone 4 (Monument) — 4.6 mi, 031° NE
Board & Brush (Arts Centre) — 4.6 mi, 095° E
Pete Bond Scenic Overlook (Viewpoint) — 4.8 mi, 249° W
Sunset Lake (State Park) — 5.0 mi, 075° E
C&D Canal Conservation Area (State Conservation Area) — 5.4 mi, 148° SE
C&D Canal Wildlife Area (State Wilderness) — 5.4 mi, 148° SE
Lums Pond State Park (State Park) — 5.6 mi, 116° SE
JaneKav Gallery (Gallery) — 6.2 mi, 035° NE
University of Delaware Old College Gallery (Gallery) — 6.8 mi, 038° NE
Chapel Street Players (Theatre) — 7.1 mi, 041° NE
Newark Arts Alliance (Arts Centre) — 7.3 mi, 042° NE
Unknown (Historic Ruins) — 9.5 mi, 350° N
Middle Run Natural Area (Nature Reserve) — 9.6 mi, 038° NE
Big Doctor's Bag (Attraction) — 11.6 mi, 057° NE
Perryville Railroad Museum (Museum) — 13.2 mi, 255° W
Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 13.6 mi, 258° W · 96k acres
Ice Storage (Historic Ruins) — 13.6 mi, 260° W
Herrs Potato Chip Factory (Attraction) — 13.8 mi, 314° NW
Wilmington & Western Railroad (Attraction) — 14.1 mi, 049° NE
Supawna Meadows National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 14.7 mi, 088° E · 9,745 acres

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