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Northfield New Jersey Map

Explore Northfield, 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 Northfield, New Jersey

How to Use This Northfield, New Jersey Map

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

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

Latitude	39.373073
Longitude	-74.554128
Population	8,434
Density	909.1 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	08225, 07039
Area Code	201, 551
County Seat	Mays Landing
School District	Mainland Regional School District

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About Northfield, New Jersey

Northfield is a locality in Atlantic County, New Jersey, United States. It has a population of approximately 8,434. The population density is 909.1 people per km². Northfield is located at 39.3731°N, 74.5541°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. Northfield is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 08225, 07039.

Northfield exists as a quiet expanse of suburban life positioned within the coastal plains of southern New Jersey. It lies 1.7 miles south-southeast of Egg Harbor, NJ (from Egg Harbor, NJ: bearing 163°T), and is situated 6.8 miles west of Atlantic City. Sunlight filters through the canopy of mature trees, casting long shadows across the local Bike Path that serves as the primary artery for residents moving through the landscape. The proximity to the Atlantic Ocean, resting only four miles to the east, ensures a persistent salt-tinged breeze that defines the atmosphere of the afternoons. One might catch the distant glimmer of the water from an elevated vantage point, though the immediate surroundings are defined by the low-lying terrain and the gentle flow of Stillman Creek. The nearby Kiahs Island remains a silent sentinel in the coastal marsh, while Bargaintown Pond offers a singular point of stillness for those seeking a quiet reflection away from the main thoroughfares.

Northfield traces its developmental roots to the agricultural efforts of early settlers who recognized the fertility of the surrounding soil. Over the decades, the local economy shifted away from its agrarian origins to support a more modern suburban infrastructure, prioritizing retail and professional services. The transition from farmstead to residential neighborhood has been marked by a steady, measured expansion that respects the original layout of the land. Small-scale commerce continues to thrive, providing the necessary fiber for a community that values its independence from the nearby tourism-heavy hubs. Even as industry evolves, the town retains a grounded character, shaped by the practical needs of its inhabitants and the steady rhythm of a professional workforce.

Northfield fosters a cultural identity that is modest, neighborly, and deeply rooted in a sense of local continuity. The Bike Path provides a central gathering space where the community intersects, allowing for the easy exchange of greetings under the canopy of trees. Notable landmarks within the area are often understated, favoring utility and public access over grandiosity. Residents occasionally look toward the distant horizon where Sandy Ridge might be discerned on exceptionally clear days, grounding their perspective in the wider geography of the region. While the town is not defined by the presence of a single famous personality, it shares the broader cultural history of the state, occasionally linked to the legacies of figures like the poet Walt Whitman whose influence permeates the literary air of the region. The pace of life remains deliberate, offering a sanctuary of suburban calm for those who appreciate the subtle shifts in the seasonal light and the quietude of the coastal plains.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Bike Path (Local Recreation) — 0.3 mi, 145° SE
Birch Grove Park (Local Park) — 0.3 mi, 311° NW
Stillwater Park (Local Conservation Area) — 0.9 mi, 076° E
Tilton 9 (Cinema) — 0.9 mi, 358° N
Cresson Avenue Park (Local Park) — 1.0 mi, 022° N
Heathercroft Preserve (State Conservation Area) — 1.0 mi, 321° NW
Linwood Bike Path (Local Recreation) — 1.0 mi, 204° SW
Division of Fish and Wildlife Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 1.2 mi, 266° W
Bob's Garden Center Christmas Display (Attraction) — 3.4 mi, 335° NW
Tribeca Island Nature Reserve (Nature Reserve) — 3.6 mi, 151° SE
Humpty Dumpty (Public Artwork) — 3.9 mi, 329° NW
Dedication Plaque (Monument) — 4.2 mi, 157° SE
Ricci Bike Memorial (Monument) — 4.3 mi, 178° S
Longport Welcome Sign (Attraction) — 4.3 mi, 160° S
Longport Veterans Monument (Monument) — 4.4 mi, 159° S
Chelsea Heights Nature Overlook (Viewpoint) — 4.9 mi, 105° E
Tuckahoe Wildlife Management Area (Marine Protected Area) — 5.0 mi, 237° SW
Juice Island (Nature Reserve) — 5.3 mi, 263° W
Jacques Cousteau National Estuarine Research Reserve (Marine Protected Area) — 5.8 mi, 044° NE
Imax (Cinema) — 5.9 mi, 103° E
Zephyr Gallery (Gallery) — 6.0 mi, 104° E
Tropicana Showroom (Theatre) — 6.0 mi, 103° E
Noyes Arts Garage (Gallery) — 6.1 mi, 098° E
The Music Box (Theatre) — 6.3 mi, 087° E
Johnny B. Goode (Attraction) — 7.0 mi, 193° S
Gardners Point (Attraction) — 7.2 mi, 088° E
Wentworth Gallery (Gallery) — 7.2 mi, 097° E
Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 7.7 mi, 030° NE · 130k acres
Brigantine National Wilderness Area (Wilderness Area) — 10.3 mi, 063° NE · 6,922 acres
Cape May National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 10.4 mi, 220° SW · 38k acres

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