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Waterford Michigan Map

Explore Waterford, 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 Waterford, Michigan

How to Use This Waterford, Michigan Map

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

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

Latitude	42.702253
Longitude	-83.402718
Population	74,000
Density	1200.0 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Codes	48329, 48327, 48328
Area Code	313
County Seat	Pontiac

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About Waterford, Michigan

Waterford is a locality in Oakland County, Michigan, United States. It has a population of 74,000. The population density is 1200.0 people per km². Waterford is located at 42.7023°N, 83.4027°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/Detroit) timezone. ZIP codes: 48329, 48327, 48328.

Waterford occupies a landscape defined by the deliberate, patient movement of the Clinton River as it cuts through the terrain. It lies 2.5 miles south-southwest of Independence, MI (from Independence, MI: bearing 208°T), and is situated 3.0 miles north-northwest of Waterford Township. The local topography is characterized by a series of glacial depressions and ridges, most notably Waterford Hill, which rises with a quiet permanence above the surrounding woodland. Throughout the day, the light catches the surface of Woodhull Lake, where the water remains still and reflective, mirroring the dense canopy of hardwoods that cling to the uneven ground. This inland expanse relies on the slow, rhythmic accumulation of groundwater and seasonal precipitation, creating a moisture-rich environment where the air feels heavy with the scent of damp loam and pine needles after a summer rain.

Settlement in Waterford began as a response to the natural potential of the land, drawing early pioneers who recognized the utility of the flowing water and the fertility of the soil. These initial inhabitants built their lives around the intersection of primitive trails and the reliable path of the Clinton River, establishing structures that mirrored the modest, industrious nature of their labor. Over generations, the footprint of the original settlement expanded, transforming from a cluster of homesteads into a structured grid that respects the existing contours of the earth. The history of Waterford remains visible in the endurance of these early routes, which continue to dictate the flow of movement even as modern materials have replaced the original timber and stone.

Economic life in Waterford is anchored by a diverse industrial base that finds its strength in the regional tradition of manufacturing and specialized technical services. Infrastructure is designed to support a steady stream of commerce, with arterial roads connecting the local workforce to the wider industrial corridors that define the surrounding landscape. While Waterford lacks a large-scale university, it maintains strong ties to nearby educational institutions that provide a consistent influx of skilled labor and professional development. The Oakland County Sportsman Club serves as a vital anchor for the community, providing a dedicated space for outdoor engagement and land stewardship that balances the demands of modern industry with a necessary commitment to the preservation of the local environment.

Cultural character in Waterford emerges from a blend of long-standing community traditions and an appreciation for the natural features that define the region. Major annual events frequently revolve around the changing seasons, drawing residents to gather in communal spaces to mark the transition from the harsh winters to the vibrant growth of spring. The local identity is not tied to the glamour of professional sports, but rather to a quiet pride in the accessibility of the local terrain, where residents spend their time navigating the paths near the Clinton River or observing the wildlife that frequents the Oakland County Sportsman Club. While the region has seen many travelers pass through its borders, the spirit of Waterford remains firmly rooted in the daily lives of those who find beauty in the steady, unassuming cycles of the inland landscape.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Oakland County Sportsman Club (Park) — 0.1 mi, 024° NE
Bay Court Park (Local Park) — 1.0 mi, 283° W
Liberty Golf Club (Park) — 1.2 mi, 023° NE
Campfire Girls Campground (Private Recreation) — 1.4 mi, 000° N
Maceday Lake Access (State Recreation Area) — 1.8 mi, 228° SW
Pontiac Lake State Recreation Area (State Recreation Area) — 1.9 mi, 239° SW
Waterford Civic Center Warming House (Local Park) — 2.0 mi, 165° S
Waterford Police Statue (Public Artwork) — 2.2 mi, 164° S
Major Oliver Williams Farm Site (Monument) — 3.4 mi, 123° SE
Indian Springs Metropark (Local Recreation) — 3.5 mi, 268° W
Hill Climb Rest Area (Attraction) — 3.5 mi, 246° SW
White Lake Oaks Golf Course (Local Recreation) — 3.7 mi, 214° SW
Rock Garden (Attraction) — 3.7 mi, 246° SW
Volleyball Island Sandbar (Attraction) — 3.8 mi, 234° SW
Covered Bridge (Attraction) — 3.9 mi, 092° E
Timberland Swamp (State Conservation Area) — 4.1 mi, 283° W
Outwash Overlook (Viewpoint) — 4.3 mi, 272° W
Sea Life Aquarium (Aquarium) — 5.4 mi, 089° E
Lakeside Park Turtle Statue (Monument) — 5.7 mi, 122° SE
Josh Fray Bridge (Monument) — 5.9 mi, 165° S
Dodge #4 State Park (State Park) — 6.0 mi, 166° S
Bloomer State Park (State Park) — 6.9 mi, 255° W
Artwall Install (Gallery) — 7.3 mi, 157° SE
Collin Campbell House Ruins (Historic Ruins) — 7.9 mi, 169° S
O'Rena (Stadium) — 9.8 mi, 101° E
Cranbrook Art Museum (Museum) — 12.0 mi, 140° SE
Cranbrook House and Gardens (Museum) — 12.2 mi, 139° SE
Soul Studio (Gallery) — 12.4 mi, 170° S
Art Works Studio (Arts Centre) — 12.5 mi, 199° S
LaFontaine Family Amphitheater (Theatre) — 12.8 mi, 232° SW

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