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Elk New Jersey Map

Explore Elk, 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 Elk, New Jersey

How to Use This Elk, New Jersey Map

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

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	Elk
State	New Jersey (NJ)
County	Gloucester County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	39.680233
Longitude	-75.207091
Population	9,800
Density	180.0 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Code	08062
Area Code	856, 609
County Seat	Woodbury

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About Elk, New Jersey

Elk is a locality in Gloucester County, New Jersey, United States. It has a population of approximately 9,800. The population density is 180.0 people per km². Elk is located at 39.6802°N, 75.2071°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 08062.

Elk emerges from the quiet, verdant expanse of the interior landscape where the South Branch Raccoon Creek winds its way through the soil. It lies 5.1 miles south of Jefferson, NJ (from Jefferson, NJ: bearing 177°T), and is situated 5.7 miles west-southwest of Gloucester. The terrain surrounding Elk is defined by the steady, unhurried flow of the creek, which provides a constant, rhythmic presence for those who live along its banks. Beyond the immediate water, the land stretches out into wide, open plains that catch the golden, heavy light of late afternoon. Nine miles to the north, the elevation rises slightly toward the landmark of Big Mannington Hill, providing a subtle break in the horizon. Those seeking the stillness of nature often find their way to the Harrisonville Lake Wildlife Management Area, a sanctuary located just two miles away that shelters the local flora and fauna.

Elk traces its roots to a history deeply tied to the cultivation of the earth and the steady labor of generations. The local economy remains anchored in these traditions, with agricultural plots and small-scale industries forming the bedrock of daily productivity. While the modern world moves with a different tempo, Elk maintains a connection to its past through the preservation of its working landscapes. The fiber of the community is woven into the seasonal cycles of planting and harvest, which dictate the pace of life for the residents. Even as the economy evolves to include new ventures, the reliance on the fertile ground remains a primary characteristic of the regional identity. This persistence of purpose ensures that the character of the settlement remains distinct and self-reliant.

Cultural life in Elk reflects a quiet, contemplative spirit, often mirrored in the stillness of the nearby Bells Lake. Residents gather for local events that celebrate the shared history and the seasonal changes of the inland climate, finding common ground in the traditions of the region. While the area is modest in its scale, the influence of the surrounding countryside fosters a sense of resilience and depth among its people. The landscape is devoid of the clamor found in larger urban centers, allowing for a clearer perspective on the daily rhythm of life. Notable landmarks are marked by their utility and their integration into the natural environment, rather than by architectural excess. Visitors who wander through discover a place that values the steady, grounded nature of its existence above the fleeting trends of the outside world.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Harrisonville Lake Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 2.4 mi, 265° W
Ellis Harris Recreation Park (Local Recreation) — 3.0 mi, 342° N
William A. Harris Drinking Fountain (Monument) — 3.2 mi, 344° N
Harrison Township Natural Area (Local Conservation Area) — 3.4 mi, 061° NE
Salem River Wildlife Management Area (Marine Protected Area) — 4.6 mi, 241° SW
Pitman Golf Course (Local Recreation) — 4.8 mi, 034° NE
9/11 Memorial (Public Artwork) — 5.0 mi, 067° NE
Boyd Recital Hall (Theatre) — 5.0 mi, 065° NE
Edelman Planetarium (Cinema) — 5.0 mi, 066° NE
Laser Show Parking (Cinema) — 5.0 mi, 067° NE
Scotland Run Park (Local Conservation Area) — 5.0 mi, 104° E
Pfleeger Concert Hall (Theatre) — 5.1 mi, 065° NE
Veterans Memoral Plaza (Monument) — 5.3 mi, 073° E
Glassboro Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 5.8 mi, 078° E
Bowling (Attraction) — 5.8 mi, 248° W
Marlton Park Entrance (Attraction) — 7.0 mi, 257° W
Monument to local fallen heroes of the Vietnam War (Monument) — 7.0 mi, 252° W
Jesse Ridgway's House (Attraction) — 7.2 mi, 155° SE
Scenic View - Mantua Creek (Viewpoint) — 7.5 mi, 029° NE
Thundergut Pond Wildlife Management Area (State Wilderness) — 8.1 mi, 215° SW
Parvin State Park (State Park) — 10.2 mi, 162° S
Centerton Golf Course (Attraction) — 10.9 mi, 166° S
Fort Mercer (Historic Ruins) — 13.3 mi, 004° N
John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge At Tinicum (National Wildlife Refuge) — 13.9 mi, 349° N · 2,022 acres
Delaware County Historical Society Museum & Research Library (Museum) — 14.1 mi, 325° NW
Nebula Gallery (Gallery) — 14.3 mi, 325° NW
Supawna Meadows National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 15.6 mi, 246° SW · 9,745 acres
Tuckahoe Wildlife Management Area (Marine Protected Area) — 15.6 mi, 124° SE
Susan O'Reilly Studio (Gallery) — 17.1 mi, 334° NW
Arthur Hoyt Scott Amphitheature (Stadium) — 17.3 mi, 333° NW

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