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Manasquan New Jersey Map

Explore Manasquan, 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 Manasquan, New Jersey

How to Use This Manasquan, New Jersey Map

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

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

Latitude	40.112421
Longitude	-74.038159
Population	5,938
Density	1661.4 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	08736
Area Code	732, 848
County Seat	Freehold
School District	Manasquan Borough School District

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About Manasquan, New Jersey

Manasquan is a locality in Monmouth County, New Jersey, United States. It has a population of approximately 5,938. The population density is 1661.4 people per km². Manasquan is located at 40.1124°N, 74.0382°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. Manasquan is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 08736.

Manasquan retains a distinct character shaped by the steady, rhythmic pulse of the nearby Atlantic Ocean, which sits just one mile from the center of the community. It lies 3.1 miles north-northeast of Point Pleasant, NJ (from Point Pleasant, NJ: bearing 19°T), and is situated 10.0 miles south-southeast of Monmouth. The waters of Judas Creek carve a quiet path through the landscape, serving as a vital artery that defines the local terrain. Residents often find solace in the open spaces of the Charles Tassini Wildlife Park, a place where the air carries a sharp, salt-tinged clarity at dusk. Beyond the immediate low-lying meadows, the horizon remains flat and expansive, offering a sense of openness that stretches toward Sedge Island in the distance. The light here shifts from a pale, morning gray to a deep, golden clarity that highlights the textures of the coastal grass.

Manasquan emerged from its early roots as a settlement defined by the sea, transitioning over time from maritime trades into a resilient local economy. The ebb and flow of the tide once dictated the livelihoods of those who worked the docks, leaving a legacy of labor that still informs the local mindset. Today, the economy leans into a blend of service industries and small-scale commerce, supporting a population that values both tradition and steady progress. While the distance to Forge Pond is six miles, the influence of these inland waters remains a quiet part of the regional identity. The town maintains a grounded, working-class sensibility, favoring practical development over decorative expansion. This history of endurance manifests in the solid, unadorned architecture that lines the streets.

Cultural life in Manasquan thrives on a shared appreciation for the immediate environment and the seasonal cycles of the coast. Local events often center on the shoreline, where the community gathers to mark the passage of summer and the quiet return of winter. Famous figures such as the actor Jack Nicholson have roots here, lending a small but significant thread of recognition to the local narrative. The pace of life remains deliberate, favoring long walks and the simple observation of the shifting winds. Landmarks are defined more by their utility and longevity than by grand monuments, anchoring the people to their shared geography. Every morning, the town wakes to the same salt air that has greeted generations, maintaining a steady, enduring presence on the edge of the world.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Fishermans Cove Conservation (Local Conservation Area) — 0.1 mi, 187° S
Public Beach (Local Recreation) — 0.3 mi, 104° E
Stockton Lake (Local Recreation) — 0.3 mi, 034° NE
Gull Island (Local Conservation Area) — 0.6 mi, 201° S
National Guard Militia Museum of New Jersey (Museum) — 0.7 mi, 355° N
Main Street Gallery (Gallery) — 1.0 mi, 318° NW
Grammer School (Local Park) — 1.0 mi, 199° S
Brielle Borough Hall Monument (Monument) — 1.1 mi, 265° W
Municipal Park (Local Park) — 1.1 mi, 019° N
Coastal Living LLC‎ (Attraction) — 1.2 mi, 253° W
Jenkinson's XD Dark Ride (Attraction) — 1.5 mi, 178° S
Stu Wagner Memorial (Monument) — 2.5 mi, 195° S
Manasquan River Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 2.8 mi, 293° NW
Tranquility (Monument) — 2.9 mi, 189° S
Swan Point State Natural Area (Marine Protected Area) — 4.1 mi, 192° S
Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 4.4 mi, 194° S · 130k acres
Allaire State Park (State Park) — 4.4 mi, 295° NW
Bruce Springsteen Guitar Sculpture (Public Artwork) — 4.7 mi, 010° N
Camp Zehnder (State Park) — 4.9 mi, 283° W
Diana Radio Telescope Museum (Museum) — 5.1 mi, 349° N
Vintage Computer Federation Museum (Museum) — 5.1 mi, 347° N
Veteran Wireless Operators Association (Museum) — 5.2 mi, 347° N
New Jersey Shipwreck Museum (Museum) — 5.2 mi, 347° N
The ShowRoom Cinema (Cinema) — 7.3 mi, 011° N
Parlor Art Gallery (Gallery) — 7.3 mi, 011° N
Art 629 (Gallery) — 7.3 mi, 011° N
House of Independents (Theatre) — 7.3 mi, 012° N
The Dancing Crab (Attraction) — 7.7 mi, 189° S
Madame Marie's (Attraction) — 7.9 mi, 015° N
Gateway National Recreation Area (National Recreation Area) — 19.8 mi, 010° N · 47k acres

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