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Basking Ridge New Jersey Map

Explore Basking Ridge, New Jersey, 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 Basking Ridge, New Jersey

How to Use This Basking Ridge, New Jersey Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Basking Ridge, New Jersey. 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 New Jersey 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 Basking Ridge.

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	Basking Ridge
State	New Jersey (NJ)
County	Somerset County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	40.706212
Longitude	-74.549323
Population	7,196
Density	411.6 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Code	07920
Area Code	908
County Seat	Somerville
School District	Bernards Township School District

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About Basking Ridge, New Jersey

Basking Ridge is a locality in Somerset County, New Jersey, United States. It has a population of approximately 7,196. The population density is 411.6 people per km². Basking Ridge is located at 40.7062°N, 74.5493°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 07920.

Basking Ridge claims a landscape defined by the quiet persistence of Penns Brook as it carves a path through the verdant earth. It lies 2.8 miles north-northeast of Bernards, NJ (from Bernards, NJ: bearing 29°T), and is situated 9.0 miles northwest of Plainfield. The terrain unfolds as a series of subtle elevations, where the distant silhouette of Long Hill anchors the horizon against the changing light of the afternoon. A mile away, the stillness of Osborn Pond offers a reflective pause to the surrounding woodlands, while the Municipal Complex Athletic Fields provide a designated expanse for local activity. The air here carries a weight of damp soil and ancient growth, grounding the observer in a geography that feels both permanent and observant. Even as the sun dips behind the trees, the land retains a sense of composure, marked by the steady, unhurried flow of water through the valley.

Basking Ridge emerged from early settlement patterns that favored the fertile, inland soil and the accessibility of local waterways. The economy transitioned over the centuries from agrarian roots into a modern hub for corporate headquarters, drawing a diverse workforce to its office parks and quiet lanes. Industrial development has remained largely integrated with the natural surroundings, maintaining a balance between professional utility and the preservation of open space. The legacy of these transitions remains visible in the architecture and the deliberate layout of the commercial corridors that support the daily lives of residents. This progression from farm to center of commerce reflects a wider regional narrative of growth, yet the pace remains defined by the deliberate nature of the local landscape.

Cultural life in Basking Ridge centers on a shared appreciation for historical preservation and the quiet rhythms of the seasons. Notable landmarks like the Old Presbyterian Church graveyard serve as silent reminders of those who shaped the early identity of the area, grounding the modern experience in a longer chronology. The community gathers for local events that celebrate the turning of the leaves or the arrival of spring, fostering a sense of connection that transcends the busyness of the surrounding region. Notable individuals, such as the late Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, who spent a portion of her youth here, have left a quiet imprint on the local lore, though the character of the place remains defined by its current inhabitants. The atmosphere is one of understated focus, where the legacy of the past informs a present that values both progress and the preservation of its own distinct, inland identity.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Basking Ridge Oak Tree (Attraction) — 0.0 mi, 018° N
Municipal Complex Athletic Fields (Local Recreation) — 0.6 mi, 170° S
Ridge PAC (Arts Centre) — 0.8 mi, 168° S
Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 1.2 mi, 075° E · 16k acres
Lord Stirling Park (Local Park) — 1.6 mi, 121° SE
Summit at Basking Ridge (Local Park) — 1.6 mi, 181° S
Primrose Brook Preserve (State Conservation Area) — 1.8 mi, 060° NE
Polo Grounds Recreation (Local Recreation) — 1.9 mi, 326° NW
Audobuon Society (Local Conservation Area) — 2.0 mi, 340° N
Scherman Hoffman Wildlife Presserve (Conservation Area) — 2.1 mi, 001° N
Historical Marker (Monument) — 2.2 mi, 026° NE
Passaic River County Park (Local Conservation Area) — 3.0 mi, 160° S
Great Swamp Wilderness Area (Wilderness Area) — 3.2 mi, 063° NE · 3,611 acres
McEvoy Tract (State Park) — 3.4 mi, 148° SE
9/11 Monument (Monument) — 3.6 mi, 118° SE
Sieminski Theater (Theatre) — 3.8 mi, 207° SW
Bettin Oak Monument (Monument) — 4.0 mi, 007° N
Morris Aqueduct Company Vault (Historic Ruins) — 4.3 mi, 010° N
Devil's Tree (Attraction) — 5.5 mi, 199° S
Peapack Gallery Paintings (Gallery) — 5.8 mi, 276° W
Stransky Nature Trails (Nature Reserve) — 5.9 mi, 161° S
George Dealaman Nature Trail and Pond (Nature Reserve) — 6.0 mi, 158° S
Stone Cabin (Historic Ruins) — 6.7 mi, 352° N
Legend Rock (Attraction) — 7.0 mi, 352° N
Thomas Paine 1737-1809 (Public Artwork) — 7.2 mi, 024° NE
Canvas And Grapes (Gallery) — 7.4 mi, 028° NE
AMC Headquarters 10 (Cinema) — 7.4 mi, 029° NE
F M Kirby Shakespeare Theatre (Theatre) — 7.5 mi, 059° NE
United Methodist Archives and History Center (Museum) — 7.6 mi, 060° NE
Hacklebarney State Park (State Park) — 8.8 mi, 278° W

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