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Gaithersburg Maryland Map

Explore Gaithersburg, 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 Gaithersburg, Maryland

How to Use This Gaithersburg, Maryland Map

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

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

Latitude	39.143441
Longitude	-77.20137
Population	69,657
Density	2605.8 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	20877, 20878, 20879, 20882, 20883
Area Code	301, 240
County Seat	Rockville
School District	Montgomery County Public Schools

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About Gaithersburg, Maryland

Gaithersburg is a locality in Montgomery County, Maryland, United States. It has a population of 69,657. The population density is 2605.8 people per km². Gaithersburg is located at 39.1434°N, 77.2014°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. Gaithersburg is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 20877, 20878, 20879.

Gaithersburg occupies a distinct position within the verdant landscape of the inland plateau, marked by a terrain that shifts from dense suburban development to quiet, wooded corridors. It lies 1.9 miles southwest of Flower Hill, MD (from Flower Hill, MD: bearing 235°T), and is situated 2.2 miles east-southeast of Montgomery. The Long Draught Branch meanders through the local topography, carving a subtle path through the earth that serves as a quiet reminder of the persistent force of moving water. On clear days, the distant silhouette of the Blue Ridge Mountains creates a jagged, violet hem against the horizon, providing a stark contrast to the closer, more immediate presence of the trees and manicured green spaces. Constitution Gardens acts as a primary sanctuary for the public, offering a modest expanse where the quality of light at dusk softens the sharp angles of modern architecture into a hazy, amber glow.

Agricultural roots define the early chapters of Gaithersburg, tracing back to a time when the region served as a vital agricultural waypoint for travelers moving between markets. The transition from a small rural settlement to a more complex center of commerce occurred over generations, driven by the arrival of the railroad which solidified its role as a regional hub. Early inhabitants recognized the fertility of the soil and the strategic value of its location, slowly organizing the landscape into the grid of streets and neighborhoods that persist today. This history lingers in the names of older thoroughfares and the architectural echoes of mid-nineteenth-century dwellings, grounding the modern identity of Gaithersburg in a foundation of steady, deliberate growth.

Economic activity in Gaithersburg thrives on a foundation of technology and research, supported by a robust infrastructure that connects local talent to global industries. The proximity to high-level academic institutions and private laboratories encourages a steady influx of professionals, fostering an environment where innovation is treated as a primary resource. While the local economy is dominated by these technical sectors, the presence of Lake Whetstone offers a quiet, localized focus for residential life, providing a place where the pace of the day seems to slow against the stillness of the water. Infrastructure projects, including modernized transit corridors and interconnected business parks, ensure that Gaithersburg remains a functional, high-capacity node within the broader regional network of the mid-Atlantic.

Cultural life in Gaithersburg is expressed through a variety of annual festivals and community gatherings that celebrate the diverse heritage of its residents. While professional sports teams compete in nearby metropolitan arenas, the local spirit is often found in the smaller, intimate performances and regional events that bring people together in shared public spaces. Residents frequently venture out to traverse the Paw Paw Passage Trail, seeking the physical rigor of the path as it winds through the surrounding country, or they explore the dramatic, sheer-walled terrain of Mather Gorge to appreciate the geological depth of the region. Notable figures, including individuals who have made significant contributions to literature and the arts, often find in the balanced atmosphere of Gaithersburg a quietude that supports creative work, allowing the town to remain a place of both industry and reflection.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Fire Museum (Museum) — 0.3 mi, 114° SE
PEPCO Community Stage (Theatre) — 0.4 mi, 288° W
Concert Pavilion (Theatre) — 0.5 mi, 117° SE
Gaithersburg Latitude Observatory (Monument) — 0.5 mi, 163° S
Victory Farms Stream Valley Park (Local Park) — 1.0 mi, 076° E
Montgomery County (Local Park) — 1.0 mi, 030° NE
Hayley's World (Public Artwork) — 1.7 mi, 181° S
Lake Halycon (Conservation Area) — 1.7 mi, 208° SW
AMC Rio Cinemas 18 (Cinema) — 1.9 mi, 174° S
Lois Y. Green CP (Local Conservation Area) — 2.3 mi, 034° NE
Inspiration Park (Monument) — 2.7 mi, 231° SW
Clopper Mill Ruins (Historic Ruins) — 2.9 mi, 284° W
Strider Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 2.9 mi, 293° NW
We Art Fun (Arts Centre) — 4.3 mi, 307° NW
VisArts (Arts Centre) — 4.7 mi, 146° SE
Regal Rockville Center Stadium 13 (Cinema) — 5.0 mi, 146° SE
F. Scott Fitzgerald (Attraction) — 5.2 mi, 145° SE
The Cliff Bland Recreation Area (Monument) — 5.6 mi, 244° SW
The Beachkraft Studio\gallery (Gallery) — 7.2 mi, 084° E
Lost City Art (Gallery) — 7.4 mi, 323° NW
Seneca Creek State Park (State Park) — 7.5 mi, 243° SW
Abandoned Gaynor Road bridge (Historic Ruins) — 8.1 mi, 135° SE
Overlook rock, high (Viewpoint) — 9.0 mi, 229° SW
Henry-Duffy Park (Attraction) — 9.7 mi, 171° S
Patuxent River Sp (State Park) — 9.8 mi, 077° E
George Washington Memorial Parkway (National Park) — 12.0 mi, 185° S · 2,795 acres
Patuxent Research Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 20.5 mi, 105° E · 26k acres

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