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Glen Ridge New Jersey Map

Explore Glen 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 Glen Ridge, New Jersey

How to Use This Glen Ridge, New Jersey Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Glen 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 Glen 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	Glen Ridge
State	New Jersey (NJ)
County	Essex County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	40.805378
Longitude	-74.203757
Population	7,802
Density	2362.6 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	07028
Area Code	201, 551
County Seat	Newark
School District	Glen Ridge Borough School District

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About Glen Ridge, New Jersey

Glen Ridge is a locality in Essex County, New Jersey, United States. It has a population of approximately 7,802. The population density is 2362.6 people per km². Glen Ridge is located at 40.8054°N, 74.2038°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. Glen Ridge is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 07028.

Glen Ridge possesses a distinct topography defined by the winding path of the Second River, which flows through the landscape with a quiet, persistent gravity. It lies 1.4 miles west-southwest of Berkeley Heights, NJ (from Berkeley Heights, NJ: bearing 242°T), and is situated 9.4 miles west of Union County. The land rises gently toward the western horizon, where the First Watchung Mountain stands as a silent sentinel against the shifting afternoon sky. Residents often find solace in the open spaces of Clay Field, a local site that anchors the neighborhood’s natural character. While the area feels firmly inland, the pervasive moisture in the air hints at the influence of the distant coastline, located fourteen miles toward the sea at Bushwick Inlet. During the autumn months, the light catches the surface of Clarks Pond, creating a mirror that reflects the changing colors of the canopy.

Industrial ambition in Glen Ridge initially flourished alongside the expansion of regional rail lines, which transformed the settlement into a hub for commuters seeking a reprieve from the dense urban centers nearby. The local economy evolved from early agricultural roots into a sophisticated suburban corridor that prioritizes residential preservation and professional enterprise. While the bustling factories of the past have largely faded, the infrastructure remains a testament to the era when the movement of goods and people dictated the rhythm of daily life. Today, the commercial vitality of Glen Ridge relies on a stable network of services that cater to a population deeply invested in the maintenance of their historic surroundings. This economic transition has allowed the area to retain its architectural integrity while adapting to the demands of a modern workforce.

Cultural life in Glen Ridge is defined by a commitment to architectural preservation, particularly regarding its extensive collection of gas-style street lamps that cast a soft, amber glow over the evening commutes. Notable figures such as the jazz pianist Bill Evans once moved through these streets, his compositions perhaps colored by the same quiet atmosphere that remains today. Residents frequently gather for seasonal traditions that highlight the shared history of the locale, emphasizing a collective identity rooted in civic participation. The presence of the First Watchung Mountain influences the local climate, creating a cool, sheltered micro-environment that encourages lush gardening and outdoor activity. Landmarks here are not merely structures but markers of a long-standing dedication to maintaining a specific aesthetic and social standard. The pace of life in Glen Ridge reflects a thoughtful balance between historical reverence and the inevitable, forward-moving pressure of the surrounding region.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Hurrell Field (Local Recreation) — 0.1 mi, 198° S
Center Stage Gallery (Arts Centre) — 0.4 mi, 291° W
Glen Ridge Community Pool (Local Recreation) — 0.5 mi, 173° S
Broadway Performing Arts (Arts Centre) — 0.6 mi, 092° E
VanFossan Theater (Theatre) — 0.9 mi, 153° SE
The Clairidge (Cinema) — 1.0 mi, 309° NW
Watsessing Park (Local Park) — 1.0 mi, 168° S
Montclair Film Cinema505 (Cinema) — 1.0 mi, 310° NW
Studio Montclair Leach Gallery (Gallery) — 1.2 mi, 311° NW
Tony Memorial Bench (Monument) — 1.2 mi, 339° N
Eagle Rock Reservation (Local Conservation Area) — 1.5 mi, 282° W
Michael Leo Delahunty (Monument) — 1.8 mi, 266° W
9/11 Search and Rescue Dogs (Monument) — 1.8 mi, 265° W
Branch Brook Park (Local Park) — 2.0 mi, 129° SE
Nutley Museum (Museum) — 2.3 mi, 067° NE
Mills Reservation (Local Conservation Area) — 2.9 mi, 351° N
Prudential Concert Grove (Theatre) — 3.5 mi, 162° S
Major General Philip Kearny (Public Artwork) — 3.8 mi, 128° SE
Newark ArtSpace (Gallery) — 4.2 mi, 156° SE
Alice and Leonard Dreyfuss Planetarium (Museum) — 4.6 mi, 159° S
Bear Country (Attraction) — 4.7 mi, 237° SW
Big Cat Country (Attraction) — 4.7 mi, 236° SW
Birds of Prey (Attraction) — 4.7 mi, 236° SW
Great Plains (Attraction) — 4.8 mi, 237° SW
Troy Meadows State Park (State Park) — 6.8 mi, 285° W
Liberty State Park (State Park) — 10.1 mi, 134° SE
Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 12.3 mi, 246° SW · 16k acres
Great Swamp Wilderness Area (Wilderness Area) — 12.5 mi, 245° SW · 3,611 acres
Gateway National Recreation Area (National Recreation Area) — 15.7 mi, 152° SE · 47k acres

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