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Mount Rainier Maryland Map

Explore Mount Rainier, 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 Mount Rainier, Maryland

How to Use This Mount Rainier, Maryland Map

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

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	Mount Rainier
State	Maryland (MD)
County	Prince George's County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	38.9415
Longitude	-76.964975
Population	8,333
Density	5058.8 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	20712
Area Code	301, 240
County Seat	Upper Marlboro
School District	Prince George's County Public Schools

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About Mount Rainier, Maryland

Mount Rainier is a locality in Prince George's County, Maryland, United States. It has a population of approximately 8,333. The population density is 5058.8 people per km². Mount Rainier is located at 38.9415°N, 76.9650°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. Mount Rainier is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 20712.

Mount Rainier presents a landscape defined by its position within the gentle, verdant rise of the Maryland Piedmont. It lies 1.4 miles southwest of Hyattsville, MD (from Hyattsville, MD: bearing 226°T), and is situated 5.0 miles northeast of Washington. The terrain surrounding Mount Rainier remains firmly inland, characterized by an undulating topography that softens as one travels away from the distant Appalachian Mountains. The Northwest Branch Anacostia River flows quietly just one mile away, carving a path through the earth that dictates the local drainage and greenery. Residents often find solace in the open spaces of Mt. Rainier 31St Street Park, a local sanctuary that grounds the community in its immediate environment. The nearby Piney Branch Valley and the Valley Trail offer a brief escape for those seeking the quiet transition from suburban streets to natural woodland.

Mount Rainier traces its origins to the early twentieth century, developing from a modest crossroads into a distinct residential enclave. The local economy grew in tandem with the expansion of streetcar lines, which allowed the town to serve as a vital link for commuters heading toward the capital. Small businesses and neighborhood services flourished here, establishing a pattern of commerce that prioritizes accessibility and local engagement over large-scale industrial sprawl. Even as the decades have passed, the architectural integrity of the older homes and commercial facades continues to reflect the practical, sturdy spirit of its founding era. This enduring character ensures that the daily rhythm of life remains steady, favoring a slow and deliberate pace of growth.

Mount Rainier possesses a cultural identity that thrives on the creative contributions of its diverse and engaged citizenry. The local atmosphere is often punctuated by community gatherings and arts initiatives that bring neighbors together in the public squares. Visitors might recognize the name of Jim Henson, the legendary puppeteer who spent part of his formative years in this region before achieving global renown for his craft. The light at dusk often casts a long, golden glow over the brick facades, lending a sense of warmth to the evening commute. While the Appalachian Mountains remain visible as a faint, hazy silhouette on the far horizon, the life of the people is anchored firmly in the immediate connections of their own streets and parks.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Fort Circle Park (Local Park) — 0.3 mi, 196° S
Dwight A. Moseley (Local Recreation) — 0.7 mi, 237° SW
Fort Lincoln (Local Park) — 1.0 mi, 162° S
Langdon Park (Local Recreation) — 1.1 mi, 205° SW
Stations Of The Cross, I (Public Artwork) — 1.1 mi, 253° W
Peace Memorial (Monument) — 1.2 mi, 253° W
Art Works Now (Arts Centre) — 1.2 mi, 067° NE
Theodore Hagans Cultural Center (Arts Centre) — 1.2 mi, 163° S
Fort Bunker Hill Plaque (Monument) — 1.3 mi, 251° W
Battle of Bladensburg (Registered Battlefield) — 1.3 mi, 100° E
Allison "Allie" Hart (Monument) — 1.4 mi, 233° SW
Latela Curatorial (Gallery) — 1.7 mi, 251° W
Sue Wrbican (Gallery) — 1.7 mi, 251° W
Cedric Baker Studio (Gallery) — 1.7 mi, 250° W
National Bonsai and Penjing Museum (Museum) — 2.0 mi, 186° S
Saint Cecilia Chapel (ruin) (Historic Ruins) — 2.2 mi, 344° N
Elstad Auditorium (Theatre) — 2.9 mi, 211° SW
National Deaf Life Museum at Gallaudet University (Museum) — 2.9 mi, 213° SW
Atlas Performing Arts Center (Theatre) — 3.1 mi, 203° SW
Howard University Museum (Museum) — 3.2 mi, 246° SW
College Park Airport (Viewpoint) — 3.5 mi, 045° NE
Landmark Theatres Atlantic Plumbing Cinema (Cinema) — 3.5 mi, 243° SW
George Washington Memorial Parkway (National Park) — 6.3 mi, 220° SW · 2,795 acres
Patuxent Research Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 9.2 mi, 058° NE · 26k acres
Belt Woods Natural Environment Area - Beltwoods Wildland (State Park) — 11.0 mi, 104° E
Rosaryville Sp (State Park) — 13.5 mi, 143° SE
Elizabeth Hartwell Mason Neck National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 22.3 mi, 207° SW · 2,944 acres

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