Scotland Maryland Map

About Scotland, Maryland

Scotland is a locality in Montgomery County, Maryland, United States. Scotland is located at 39.0407°N, 77.1591°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 20687.

Scotland unfolds itself across a gentle swell of land, where the trees, a mix of stately oaks and maples, wear the changing seasons with a quiet dignity. It lies 2.2 miles west of North Bethesda, MD (from North Bethesda, MD: bearing 263°T), and is situated 9.0 miles south-south-east of Montgomery. The air here often carries the faint, earthy scent of damp soil and decaying leaves, a constant reminder of the fertile ground that sustains it. Sunlight, especially in the late afternoon, seems to linger, casting long, warm shadows that stretch and soften the contours of the landscape, giving the rolling hills a painterly quality. The character of Scotland is one of understated grace, a place where the natural world still holds a significant presence, even as the hand of human settlement has shaped its edges. This corner of Montgomery County, Maryland, has a history woven from agricultural roots, a legacy that can still be glimpsed in the remaining fields and the occasional weathered barn. While not a major industrial hub, its local economy has found its footing in a blend of small businesses and the ever-present proximity to larger metropolitan centers, creating a distinct rhythm of life. The land itself, shaped by tributaries that feed into larger waterways, has dictated much of its development, offering a quiet beauty that has drawn people to call Scotland home. The very texture of the earth, rich and yielding, speaks of generations who have worked it, a subtle testament to their enduring connection to this particular place.

About This Scotland Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Scotland, Maryland — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 39.040665, -77.159146. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Scotland and Montgomery County.

Detailed location data for Scotland includes the ZIP code (20680), telephone area code (301, 240), county seat of Montgomery County (Rockville), and school district assignment. These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Scotland is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.