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Waterford Township Michigan Map

Explore Waterford Township, 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 Township, Michigan

How to Use This Waterford Township, Michigan Map

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

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

Latitude	42.660103
Longitude	-83.386239
Population	74,000
Density	1200.0 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Codes	48327, 48328, 48329
Area Code	313
County Seat	Pontiac

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About Waterford Township, Michigan

Waterford Township 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 Township is located at 42.6601°N, 83.3862°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/Detroit) timezone. ZIP codes: 48327, 48328, 48329.

Waterford Township stretches across a landscape defined by its inland character and the quiet persistence of its natural waterways. It lies 3.0 miles south-southeast of Waterford, MI (from Waterford, MI: bearing 164°T), and is situated 7.2 miles north of West Bloomfield. The Clinton River courses through the terrain, acting as a vital artery that shapes the movement of the land and the quiet pockets of green space that define the local environment. Residents often look toward the gentle rise of Waterford Hill, which anchors the horizon, while the proximity of Watkins Lake provides a steady, reflective presence to the surrounding woods. At the Drayton Plains Nature Center, the ground remains soft underfoot, offering a sanctuary where the interplay of light and shadow through the trees creates a sense of stillness rarely found elsewhere.

Settlement in Waterford Township began as pioneers recognized the utility of the fertile soil and the steady flow of the local river systems for early agricultural endeavors. These early inhabitants worked to clear the timber and cultivate the earth, establishing a pattern of life that favored self-reliance and community cooperation. Over the decades, the evolution from a collection of small agrarian plots into a structured administrative entity reflected the broader industrial growth of the surrounding region. The legacy of those who first broke the soil remains visible in the street names and the persistent orientation of the older neighborhoods toward the water and the rising terrain.

Commerce in Waterford Township functions as a bridge between historical trade routes and the modern demand for accessible infrastructure and diverse professional services. While the economy relies on a mixture of retail, small-scale manufacturing, and service industries, the township maintains a distinct commercial rhythm that avoids the frantic pace of larger urban centers. Educational opportunities are supported by local school districts that serve as the primary intellectual hubs for the younger population, ensuring a steady development of local talent. The infrastructure, consisting of a network of roads that weave around the natural contours of the landscape, facilitates the movement of goods and people while maintaining a clear separation between residential tranquility and industrial utility.

Cultural life in Waterford Township finds its expression in a calendar of seasonal events that bring residents together to celebrate the local environment and community spirit. While the area does not host its own professional sports franchises, the enthusiasm for regional teams remains a constant topic of conversation in local gathering spots, uniting neighbors during the long winter months. The Drayton Plains Nature Center serves as a focal point for environmental education and public recreation, allowing for a deep connection to the regional flora and fauna throughout the year. Life here moves with an unpretentious grace, where the transition of the seasons dictates the pace of activity, and the focus remains on maintaining a balanced existence within the distinctive geography of this inland corner of the world.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Drayton Plains Nature Center (Park) — 0.3 mi, 049° NE
Waterford Civic Center Warming House (Local Park) — 0.5 mi, 359° N
Waterford Police Statue (Public Artwork) — 0.8 mi, 343° N
Crescent Lake Access (State Recreation Area) — 0.9 mi, 191° S
Lions Park (Local Park) — 1.1 mi, 148° SE
Clinton River Canoe Site (Local Recreation) — 1.3 mi, 217° SW
Loveseat Bend (Attraction) — 1.5 mi, 220° SW
Pontiac Country Club (Park) — 1.5 mi, 172° S
Marsh 180 Sandbar (Attraction) — 1.8 mi, 222° SW
The Pit (Attraction) — 1.8 mi, 210° SW
Bigfoot Bend (Attraction) — 1.8 mi, 218° SW
Major Oliver Williams Farm Site (Monument) — 2.3 mi, 062° NE
Pontiac Lake State Recreation Area (State Recreation Area) — 2.5 mi, 274° W
Josh Fray Bridge (Monument) — 2.8 mi, 166° S
White Lake Oaks Golf Course (Local Recreation) — 2.9 mi, 267° W
Dodge #4 State Park (State Park) — 3.0 mi, 168° S
Webb Memorial (Monument) — 3.8 mi, 146° SE
Artwall Install (Gallery) — 4.4 mi, 152° SE
Collin Campbell House Ruins (Historic Ruins) — 4.9 mi, 171° S
West Point (Viewpoint) — 4.9 mi, 173° S
Sea Life Aquarium (Aquarium) — 5.5 mi, 057° NE
Timberland Swamp (State Conservation Area) — 6.2 mi, 308° NW
Bloomer State Park (State Park) — 7.5 mi, 275° W
O'Rena (Stadium) — 8.8 mi, 084° E
Cranbrook Art Museum (Museum) — 9.4 mi, 132° SE
Soul Studio (Gallery) — 9.4 mi, 172° S
Cranbrook House and Gardens (Museum) — 9.5 mi, 131° SE
Art Works Studio (Arts Centre) — 10.2 mi, 209° SW
Seligman Performing Arts Center (Arts Centre) — 11.8 mi, 148° SE

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