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Maplewood New Jersey Map

Explore Maplewood, 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 Maplewood, New Jersey

How to Use This Maplewood, New Jersey Map

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

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

Latitude	40.731212
Longitude	-74.273481
Population	24,700
Density	3800.0 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Code	07040
Area Code	201, 551
County Seat	Newark

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About Maplewood, New Jersey

Maplewood is a locality in Essex County, New Jersey, United States. It has a population of 24,700. The population density is 3800.0 people per km². Maplewood is located at 40.7312°N, 74.2735°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 07040.

Maplewood defines its geography through the quiet, persistent flow of the East Branch Rahway River, which meanders through the landscape with a rhythmic, liquid grace. It lies 1.4 miles south-southwest of South Orange, NJ (from South Orange, NJ: bearing 208°T), and is situated 4.4 miles south of Essex. The terrain reveals itself as a series of gentle elevations that look toward the distant, hazy silhouette of Long Hill on the horizon. Within the heart of the landscape, the protected expanse of Memorial Park offers a sanctuary where the light catches the leaves in the late afternoon, turning the air a pale, translucent gold. The proximity to the coast allows the scent of salt to occasionally drift inland from Newark Reach, reminding residents of the vast, shifting waters only sixteen miles away. Further reflection of the sky can be found in the still, glassy surface of Campbells Pond, while the nearby rush of Maple Falls provides a constant, murmuring soundtrack to the afternoon.

Maplewood emerged from a history of agrarian roots, gradually evolving into a deliberate, residential landscape shaped by the arrival of rail lines that connected the inhabitants to broader economic currents. The local economy thrives today as a confluence of professional services and small-scale entrepreneurship, shedding the heavy industry of the past for a more service-oriented, suburban vitality. Residents often commute to larger hubs, yet the local business district remains a site of daily exchange, where the texture of commerce feels intimate and grounded. The land itself, once defined by the labor of the field, now supports an infrastructure of schools and public spaces that prioritize the well-being of the collective. This transition from raw production to a refined, modern economy mirrors the way the East Branch Rahway River has been channeled to serve the needs of a growing population. Over the decades, the focus has shifted toward maintaining an environment where the professional life feels balanced by the proximity of the natural world.

Maplewood harbors a cultural character marked by a thoughtful, progressive spirit and an appreciation for the arts that manifests in local gatherings and seasonal festivals. The architecture of the older homes stands as a testament to various eras, while the public library and community playhouses serve as centers for intellectual and creative life. Notable figures such as Lauryn Hill have walked these streets, their artistic legacies echoing in the quiet determination of the local creative scene. Events in Memorial Park draw families and neighbors together, fostering a sense of belonging that feels as steady as the flow of the nearby water. Even in the bustle of daily routine, there is a perceptible stillness, a quality of life that values both the individual voice and the shared experience of the neighborhood. The atmosphere remains one of quiet resilience, where the legacy of the past informs the aspirations of those who live here today.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Memorial Park (Local Park) — locality lies within
Maplewood Theaters (Cinema) — 0.2 mi, 276° W
Tenth Muse Gallery (Public Artwork) — 0.2 mi, 263° W
South Mountain Reservation (Local Conservation Area) — 0.9 mi, 323° NW
Maplecrest (Local Park) — 0.9 mi, 130° SE
Bramhall Terrace (Viewpoint) — 0.9 mi, 321° NW
Maplewood Community Pool (Local Recreation) — 1.1 mi, 117° SE
Bow Tie Cinemas South Orange (Cinema) — 1.2 mi, 032° NE
Ivy Hill Park (Local Recreation) — 1.4 mi, 066° NE
Rahway River Parkway (Local Conservation Area) — 2.0 mi, 221° SW
African Adventure (Attraction) — 2.5 mi, 351° N
Amazing Asia (Attraction) — 2.5 mi, 352° N
Australian Outback (Attraction) — 2.5 mi, 352° N
Big Cat Country (Attraction) — 2.5 mi, 354° N
Veterans Memorial (Monument) — 4.2 mi, 328° NW
Lamonaco Perry Memorial (Monument) — 4.6 mi, 180° S
ArtXo Studios (Gallery) — 4.8 mi, 174° S
September 11th Memorial (Monument) — 4.8 mi, 222° SW
Prudential Concert Grove (Theatre) — 5.0 mi, 070° E
Sarah Vaughan Concert Hall (Theatre) — 5.1 mi, 093° E
Alice and Leonard Dreyfuss Planetarium (Museum) — 5.4 mi, 081° E
Art e Vino Studio (Gallery) — 5.4 mi, 197° S
Paul Robeson Galleries (Gallery) — 5.4 mi, 083° E
Girl Scout Cabin (#10) (Historic Ruins) — 6.0 mi, 242° SW
Troy Meadows State Park (State Park) — 7.4 mi, 337° NW
Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 7.5 mi, 266° W · 16k acres
Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge 3 (National Wildlife Refuge) — 7.6 mi, 271° W · 34 acres
Great Swamp Wilderness Area (Wilderness Area) — 7.7 mi, 268° W · 3,611 acres
Gateway National Recreation Area (National Recreation Area) — 14.4 mi, 150° SE · 47k acres

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