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Mountainside New Jersey Map

Explore Mountainside, 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 Mountainside, New Jersey

How to Use This Mountainside, New Jersey Map

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

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

Latitude	40.672324
Longitude	-74.357372
Population	7,020
Density	678.3 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	07092
Area Code	201, 551
County Seat	Elizabeth
School District	Mountainside Borough School District

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About Mountainside, New Jersey

Mountainside is a locality in Union County, New Jersey, United States. It has a population of approximately 7,020. The population density is 678.3 people per km². Mountainside is located at 40.6723°N, 74.3574°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. Mountainside is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 07092.

Mountainside occupies a modest stretch of land defined by the gentle, persistent movement of the Nomahegan Brook as it winds through the local terrain. It lies 1.1 miles north-northwest of Westfield, NJ (from Westfield, NJ: bearing 330°T), and is situated 9.7 miles south-southwest of Essex. The landscape here avoids the drama of high peaks, favoring instead a subtle, undulating topography that feels grounded and permanent under the shifting gray skies of late autumn. Residents often catch sight of the distant Nook Hill toward the horizon, a quiet reminder of the elevation changes that characterize this part of Union Co. The air holds a distinct, crisp weight that settles over the lawns and driveways as the afternoon light begins to fade into a soft, amber glow. Even without proximity to the rugged coast, the land possesses a quiet vitality, marked by the steady growth of deciduous trees that turn brilliant shades of ochre and russet before the winter frost.

Mountainside transitioned from its early agricultural roots into a residential enclave that reflects the steady, industrious spirit of the region. Local commerce has long been anchored by small-scale professional services and specialty enterprises that serve the daily needs of those living within the quiet streets. The economy thrives on a measured pace, far removed from the frantic industrial centers that once defined the broader landscape of the state. History here is found in the preservation of modest architecture and the careful stewardship of land that has remained largely consistent over the decades. While the nearby William L Hutcheson Memorial Forest offers a dense, protected expanse of timber, the local focus remains on maintaining a stable, well-tended environment that honors the legacy of its founders.

Mountainside cultivates a character defined by its quiet suburban density and a commitment to public spaces that bring neighbors into meaningful contact. Echo Lake Park serves as a central point for outdoor activity, providing a green refuge that residents utilize for walking paths and seasonal gatherings. The cultural life is marked by school-sponsored events and community traditions that prioritize local connection over the noise of the wider world. Notable individuals who once resided here include Bill Evans, the influential jazz pianist whose contemplative improvisations seem to mirror the thoughtful, understated atmosphere of the neighborhood. Life moves at a predictable, steady rhythm here, where the changing of the seasons is observed with a quiet reverence that defines the local identity.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Union Co (Local Park) — locality lies within
Watchung Reservation (Local Conservation Area) — 0.0 mi, 211° SW
Municipal Pool (Local Recreation) — 0.2 mi, 094° E
Echo Lake Park (Local Park) — 0.4 mi, 097° E
Badgley House (#13) (Historic Ruins) — 1.2 mi, 306° NW
September 11th Memorial (Monument) — 1.2 mi, 067° NE
Scotch Plains Township Golf (Local Recreation) — 1.4 mi, 210° SW
Lake Surprise Bathhouse (#12) (Historic Ruins) — 1.4 mi, 314° NW
Rialto Theatre (Cinema) — 1.5 mi, 159° S
Westfield World War II Memorial (Monument) — 1.6 mi, 168° S
Westfield World War I Memorial (Monument) — 1.6 mi, 167° S
South Avenue Arts (Arts Centre) — 2.4 mi, 126° SE
Rahway River Parkway (Local Conservation Area) — 2.6 mi, 066° NE
Cranford Movie Theater (Cinema) — 2.9 mi, 113° SE
Art e Vino Studio (Gallery) — 3.0 mi, 111° E
Color Field Sculpture (Public Artwork) — 3.2 mi, 309° NW
Designers Gallery Fine Art & Custom Framing (Gallery) — 3.9 mi, 145° SE
Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 4.6 mi, 319° NW · 16k acres
Great Swamp Wilderness Area (Wilderness Area) — 4.8 mi, 315° NW · 3,611 acres
Washington Rock (Viewpoint) — 4.9 mi, 037° NE
ArtXo Studios (Gallery) — 5.0 mi, 098° E
M. Hartley Dodge Rna (Research Natural Area) — 5.1 mi, 315° NW
Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge 3 (National Wildlife Refuge) — 5.3 mi, 323° NW · 34 acres
Museum of Early Trades and Crafts Education Annex (Museum) — 6.8 mi, 333° NW
Madison Community Arts Center (Arts Centre) — 6.9 mi, 332° NW
United Methodist Archives and History Center (Museum) — 7.1 mi, 330° NW
F M Kirby Shakespeare Theatre (Theatre) — 7.2 mi, 330° NW
African Adventure (Attraction) — 7.6 mi, 032° NE
Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park (State Park) — 12.3 mi, 217° SW
Gateway National Recreation Area (National Recreation Area) — 14.3 mi, 127° SE · 47k acres

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