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Takoma Park Maryland Map

Explore Takoma Park, 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 Takoma Park, Maryland

How to Use This Takoma Park, Maryland Map

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

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

Latitude	38.977888
Longitude	-77.007476
Population	17,629
Density	3256.7 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	20912, 20913
Area Code	410, 443
County Seat	Rockville
School District	Montgomery County Public Schools

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About Takoma Park, Maryland

Takoma Park is a locality in Montgomery County, Maryland, United States. It has a population of 17,629. The population density is 3256.7 people per km². Takoma Park is located at 38.9779°N, 77.0075°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. Takoma Park is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 20912, 20913.

Takoma Park reveals itself through a landscape of quiet, wooded slopes and winding residential streets that seem to hold the afternoon light in a lingering, amber suspension. It lies 1.3 miles northwest of Chillum, MD (from Chillum, MD: bearing 318°T), and is situated 5.9 miles north-northeast of Washington. The terrain here is defined by a gentle, inland elevation, far removed from the reach of any saltwater influence. Residents often walk the paths of B.Y. Morrison Park, where the canopy provides a cool respite during the humid height of summer. Nearby, the waters of Sligo Creek trace a rhythmic path through the neighborhood, carving a small, verdant channel that gathers fallen leaves during the autumn transition. While the distant Appalachian Mountains remain a hazy suggestion on the far western horizon, the immediate earth is composed of clay and rich soil, grounding the architecture in a firm, terrestrial permanence.

Takoma Park traces its origins to the arrival of the railroad, which transformed the surrounding countryside into a planned suburban refuge for those seeking relief from the density of nearby urban centers. The local economy thrives today on a mix of small-scale professional services, independent storefronts, and a commitment to sustainable growth that prioritizes the health of the local micro-climate. Historically, the area was shaped by a diverse influx of families who established a tradition of civic engagement and cooperative living that continues to define the spirit of the commerce found in its center. The nearby McMillan Reservoir serves as a quiet reminder of the regional infrastructure that supports the daily needs of the larger population. Industry in Takoma Park is less about large factories and more about the quiet, persistent labor of thinkers, artists, and small business owners who keep the local economy rooted in human scale.

Cultural life in Takoma Park is marked by a vibrant, idiosyncratic energy that finds expression in seasonal festivals and a deep appreciation for the arts. The Takoma Park Folk Festival has long served as a gathering point, reflecting the eclectic and progressive values that the residents hold in high regard. Notable figures such as the writer Alice McDermott have contributed to the intellectual atmosphere, grounding the creative energy of the streets in a legacy of literary observation. Visitors often explore the quiet trails of the White Horse Trail or take a short trip to see the water cascading at Little Falls, finding beauty in the modest, inland geography. Everyday existence here moves with a deliberate, thoughtful pace, as neighbors congregate in cafes and public squares to debate the issues of the day. The character of Takoma Park remains steadfastly individual, favoring the preservation of its historic dwellings and the steady, unhurried rhythm of its diverse population.

Nearby Outdoor Places

John W. Coffman (Monument) — 0.3 mi, 320° NW
Sgt. Christopher Thornton (Monument) — 0.3 mi, 320° NW
The loft (Arts Centre) — 0.3 mi, 227° SW
Rhizome (Arts Centre) — 0.5 mi, 240° SW
From a Model to a Rainbow (Public Artwork) — 0.6 mi, 248° W
Lamond (Local Recreation) — 0.7 mi, 180° S
Takoma Community Center (Local Recreation) — 0.7 mi, 220° SW
Long Branch Svu 1A (Local Conservation Area) — 0.9 mi, 051° NE
150th Ohio National Guard Monument (Monument) — 1.2 mi, 245° SW
Nolte (Local Park) — 1.2 mi, 346° N
Fort Circle Park (Local Park) — 1.2 mi, 179° S
Regal Majestic 20 (Cinema) — 1.6 mi, 323° NW
AFI Silver Theatre and Cultural Center (Theatre) — 1.7 mi, 320° NW
Black Box Theater (Theatre) — 1.7 mi, 321° NW
Saint Cecilia Chapel (ruin) (Historic Ruins) — 1.7 mi, 105° E
Rock Creek view (Viewpoint) — 1.9 mi, 275° W
Lemon Collective (Gallery) — 2.6 mi, 199° S
Capitol Stones (Historic Ruins) — 2.7 mi, 235° SW
Latela Curatorial (Gallery) — 3.2 mi, 168° S
Sue Wrbican (Gallery) — 3.2 mi, 168° S
Forest Glen Historic Railroad Station (Attraction) — 3.6 mi, 314° NW
Suns Cinema (Cinema) — 3.7 mi, 205° SW
Howard University Museum (Museum) — 3.9 mi, 189° S
George Washington Memorial Parkway (National Park) — 6.3 mi, 212° SW · 2,795 acres
Matthew Henson State Park Unit #4 (State Park) — 7.4 mi, 352° N
Matthew Henson State Park Unit #3 (State Park) — 7.4 mi, 343° N
Patuxent Research Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 10.4 mi, 065° NE · 26k acres

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