Castle Point Missouri Map

About Castle Point, Missouri

Castle Point is a locality in St. Louis County, Missouri, United States. It has a population of approximately 2,340. The population density is 1773.9 people per km². Castle Point is located at 38.7581°N, 90.2482°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. ZIP code: 63136.

Castle Point unfolds across a landscape where the Ozark foothills begin their gentle descent toward the Missouri River valley. It lies 4.6 miles east-south-east of Florissant, MO (from Florissant, MO: bearing 118°T), and is situated 9.4 miles north-north-west of St. Louis. Here, rolling terrain is punctuated by deep ravines, their shadowed depths holding secrets of erosion and time, while the higher ground offers broad vistas of cultivated fields and scattered woodlands. The air, especially in the humid embrace of summer, carries the scent of damp earth and sun-baked pine, a fragrance that clings to the very stones of the old farmsteads. Even in the drier months, a subtle moisture seems to emanate from the land, a testament to the underground springs that feed the numerous creeks crisscrossing the territory. The character of Castle Point is one of quiet resilience, a place that has weathered seasons of both abundance and scarcity, its people drawing strength from the sturdy, unyielding beauty of their surroundings. The history of Castle Point is deeply entwined with the fertile soils that have sustained generations of farmers, their livelihoods shaped by the capricious yet generous Missouri weather. Early settlers, drawn by the promise of rich farmland and proximity to the burgeoning river trade, established homesteads that still stand as quiet witnesses to decades of toil and innovation. The local economy, while still rooted in agriculture, has diversified over time, with small businesses catering to the needs of the community and a growing appreciation for the natural beauty that draws visitors. Castle Point itself has become a destination for those seeking an escape from the urban sprawl, its quiet lanes and wooded trails offering a welcome respite. A distinctive feature of Castle Point is its enduring connection to the land; the rhythm of planting and harvest still dictates much of the year, a subtle pulse felt even by newcomers.

About This Castle Point Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Castle Point, Missouri — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 38.758106, -90.248168. 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 Castle Point and St. Louis County.

Detailed location data for Castle Point includes the ZIP code (63136), telephone area code (314), county seat of St. Louis County (Clayton), and school district assignment (Riverview Gardens School District). 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 Castle Point is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.