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Forest Glen Maryland Map

Explore Forest Glen, 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 Forest Glen, Maryland

How to Use This Forest Glen, Maryland Map

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

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

Latitude	39.014554
Longitude	-77.0547
Population	6,897
Density	2655.0 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Code	20910
Area Code	410, 443
County Seat	Rockville
School District	Montgomery County Public Schools

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About Forest Glen, Maryland

Forest Glen is a locality in Montgomery County, Maryland, United States. It has a population of approximately 6,897. The population density is 2655.0 people per km². Forest Glen is located at 39.0146°N, 77.0547°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 20910.

Forest Glen maintains a quiet presence defined by the steady, unhurried flow of Forest Glen Creek as it winds through the local topography. It lies 1.7 miles south of Wheaton, MD (from Wheaton, MD: bearing 179°T), and is situated 8.3 miles north of Washington. The terrain here is defined by modest elevations and dense, mature woodlands that offer a sense of seclusion from the dense urban corridors nearby. Residents often walk through the Capitol View Park Open Space, where the land retains a natural, unmanicured character that invites quiet reflection. While the Appalachian Mountains remain a distant silhouette on the horizon some 84 miles away, the immediate surroundings provide a grounding, earthbound perspective. The atmosphere is particularly striking during the transition of seasons, as the quality of light softens against the persistent green of the trees.

Forest Glen emerged as a destination for those seeking respite from the rapid expansion of the capital region, eventually evolving into a residential enclave with deep roots in the late nineteenth century. The local economy relies primarily on the professional service sectors and government-related industries that characterize the wider metropolitan area. Early development was heavily influenced by the arrival of rail transit, which allowed the area to transition from rural landholdings into a more structured, suburban environment. Today, the economy sustains itself through a blend of established businesses and professional commuters who appreciate the stability of the neighborhood. The rhythm of daily life is dictated by the predictable pulse of the commuter rail, yet the area preserves an independent identity that resists total assimilation into the surrounding sprawl.

Cultural life in Forest Glen is shaped by a commitment to preserving the historical integrity of its architecture and the communal spirit of its residents. The area is anchored by the presence of the Forest Glen Seminary, a notable historic landmark that stands as a silent witness to the intellectual and social history of the region. Local gatherings often center around the shared green spaces, where neighbors connect amidst the shade of established oaks. While the area does not host large-scale commercial spectacles, it fosters a modest, intellectual culture that values quietude and civic participation. Famous figures, such as the journalist and author Carl Bernstein, have found a home here, drawn perhaps by the understated character of the streets. The experience of living in Forest Glen is defined by these small, persistent connections between the people and the land they inhabit.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Forest Glen Historic Railroad Station (Attraction) — 0.1 mi, 271° W
Grief of Cyporissus (Public Artwork) — 0.2 mi, 219° SW
Old Ice House (Historic Ruins) — 1.0 mi, 214° SW
Rock Creek Park (Local Park) — 1.1 mi, 193° S
Wheaton Arts Parade (Gallery) — 1.2 mi, 311° NW
Compass Gallery (Gallery) — 1.2 mi, 311° NW
Rock Creek Stream Valley Park (Local Park) — 1.2 mi, 196° S
Girls Who Paint (Gallery) — 1.3 mi, 310° NW
Saint Paul Nca (Local Conservation Area) — 1.3 mi, 327° NW
World War II Memorial (Monument) — 1.3 mi, 303° NW
AMC Wheaton Mall 9 (Cinema) — 1.4 mi, 006° N
Margaret Schweinhaut Center (Local Recreation) — 1.5 mi, 083° E
Photo captions (Monument) — 1.5 mi, 308° NW
9/11 Memorial (Monument) — 1.6 mi, 313° NW
Black Box Theater (Theatre) — 1.9 mi, 130° SE
AFI Silver Theatre and Cultural Center (Theatre) — 1.9 mi, 130° SE
Regal Majestic 20 (Cinema) — 2.0 mi, 128° SE
Village Edu (Zoo / Wildlife Park) — 2.8 mi, 222° SW
KID Museum (Museum) — 3.0 mi, 227° SW
Big Rock (Viewpoint) — 3.2 mi, 085° E
Rhizome (Arts Centre) — 3.5 mi, 143° SE
The loft (Arts Centre) — 3.6 mi, 140° SE
Matthew Henson State Park Unit #3 (State Park) — 4.3 mi, 350° N
Matthew Henson State Park Unit #4 (State Park) — 4.7 mi, 005° N
George Washington Memorial Parkway (National Park) — 6.0 mi, 226° SW · 2,795 acres
Patuxent Research Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 12.1 mi, 081° E · 26k acres

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