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Washington Michigan Map

Explore Washington, Michigan, 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 Washington, Michigan

How to Use This Washington, Michigan Map

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

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	Washington
State	Michigan (MI)
County	Macomb County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/Detroit)

Latitude	42.724476
Longitude	-83.036042
Population	25,000
Density	280.0 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Codes	48094, 48095
Area Code	313
County Seat	Mount Clemens

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About Washington, Michigan

Washington is a locality in Macomb County, Michigan, United States. It has a population of 25,000. The population density is 280.0 people per km². Washington is located at 42.7245°N, 83.0360°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/Detroit) timezone. ZIP codes: 48094, 48095.

Washington occupies a landscape defined by the quiet transition between suburban expansion and the enduring, open fields of the Michigan interior. It lies 3.2 miles north of Shelby Township, MI (from Shelby Township, MI: bearing 2°T), and is situated 10.0 miles north of Sterling Heights. The terrain around Washington is characterized by gentle, cultivated topography that slopes gradually toward the Middle Branch Clinton River, which flows steadily just one mile from the center. Residents often gather at Washington Township Park, a local expanse that serves as a primary hub for outdoor recreation and community activity. Stony Creek Lake remains a significant presence in the vicinity, offering a calm body of water that mirrors the expansive Midwestern sky. Farther to the north, the silhouette of Twombly Mountain provides a distant, steady landmark on the horizon for those traveling across the local plains.

Settlement in Washington grew from the necessity of early agricultural labor, slowly evolving as the regional economy shifted alongside the industrial advancements of the nearby Motor City. Traditional farming practices have left an indelible mark on the soil, though modern commerce now plays a larger role in sustaining the local workforce. Small businesses and professional services form the backbone of the economy, replacing the older, agrarian rhythm with a steady, modern pace of trade. The influence of regional manufacturing remains a subtle undercurrent, shaping the way the local infrastructure supports commuters and local entrepreneurs alike. Washington sustains a balanced, pragmatic atmosphere where the legacy of the plow meets the efficiency of the contemporary office.

The cultural character of Washington reflects a preference for privacy and the quiet satisfaction of a well-maintained residential life. Annual community events bring neighbors together during the milder months, fostering a sense of cohesion that defines the local social experience. Landmarks such as the historic Octagon House stand as reminders of the architectural curiosity and ambition of the nineteenth century. While the region is not defined by the presence of singular, world-famous icons, it remains a place where the ordinary daily cycle is held in high regard. Residents take pride in the unpretentious nature of their surroundings, finding contentment in the seasonal changes that color the woodlands and meadows. Washington remains a place where the focus is firmly fixed on the immediate, tangible reality of family, home, and the changing light across the fields.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Washington Township Park (Local Park) — 0.3 mi, 150° SE
Glacier Club Golf Course (Park) — 0.4 mi, 318° NW
Stony Creek Metropark (Local Park) — 1.1 mi, 282° W
Orchards Golf Course (Park) — 1.3 mi, 006° N
Wilcox Warnes (Conservation Area) — 2.0 mi, 115° SE
Cherry Creek Golf Course (Local Recreation) — 2.9 mi, 172° S
Stoney Creek Metropark Golf Course (Local Recreation) — 3.0 mi, 264° W
Westview Orchards (Attraction) — 3.5 mi, 015° N
Wetland Outlook (Viewpoint) — 3.6 mi, 324° NW
Golf Course Climb (Attraction) — 3.8 mi, 268° W
Three Gear Hill (Attraction) — 3.8 mi, 272° W
Gravel Pit (Attraction) — 3.8 mi, 266° W
Little Skinny (Attraction) — 3.9 mi, 273° W
Old Tennis Court (Attraction) — 3.9 mi, 265° W
Shelden Estate (Historic Ruins) — 3.9 mi, 265° W
Avon Players (Theatre) — 4.2 mi, 245° SW
Van Hoosen Museum (Museum) — 4.5 mi, 243° SW
River Bend Township Park (State Park) — 4.8 mi, 195° S
Old Foundation (Viewpoint) — 4.9 mi, 206° SW
Newberry Hill (Historic Ruins) — 5.2 mi, 232° SW
Spring Hill Farm / Utica Nike Base (Monument) — 5.4 mi, 193° S
Schuette Oak (Monument) — 5.5 mi, 311° NW
Otsikita Girl Scout Camp (Private Recreation) — 5.9 mi, 349° N
The Halo (Public Artwork) — 7.2 mi, 160° S
Plumbrook Nature Preserve (State Conservation Area) — 7.4 mi, 199° S
Gjergj Kastrioti Skenderbeu (Monument) — 8.2 mi, 221° SW
MJR Partridge Creek Digital Cinema 14 (Cinema) — 8.3 mi, 146° SE
Wetzel Recreation Area (State Recreation Area) — 8.7 mi, 087° E
Day Star (Public Artwork) — 8.8 mi, 248° W
St. Clair Flats State Wildlife Area (State Conservation Area) — 17.4 mi, 109° E

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