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Toms River New Jersey Map

Explore Toms River, 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 Toms River, New Jersey

How to Use This Toms River, New Jersey Map

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

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	Toms River
State	New Jersey (NJ)
County	Ocean County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	39.994856
Longitude	-74.187754
Population	92,830
Density	919.2 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Codes	08753, 08754, 08755, 08756, 08757
Area Code	732, 848
County Seat	Toms River
School District	Toms River Regional School District

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About Toms River, New Jersey

Toms River is a locality in Ocean County, New Jersey, United States. It has a population of 92,830. The population density is 919.2 people per km². Toms River is located at 39.9949°N, 74.1878°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP codes: 08753, 08754, 08755.

Toms River serves as a defining anchor of the coastal landscape, where the namesake waterway carves a slow, deliberate path toward the horizon. It lies 1.1 miles north-northwest of Beachwood, NJ (from Beachwood, NJ: bearing 345°T), and is situated 6.1 miles east of Ocean County. The terrain here transitions from solid ground to soft, salt-tinged marshland, reflecting a low-lying topography that feels tethered to the shifting tides. Seven miles to the east, the vast expanse of the Atlantic Ocean dictates the humidity of the air and the temperament of the seasonal winds. While the elevation remains modest, the distant silhouette of Stony Hill offers a subtle variation in an otherwise level horizon, and the local perspective is shaped by the presence of Huddy Park, which provides a quiet, communal space right at the water’s edge.

European settlers first established their roots here by leveraging the natural bounty of the surrounding woods and the ease of maritime transport offered by the river. The early days of Toms River were defined by the labor of those who navigated the waterways to build an economy reliant on timber and small-scale trade. Over the generations, the settlement matured from a series of isolated outposts into a more cohesive center of activity, drawing strength from its position between the dense inland wilderness and the pull of the sea. This history remains visible in the older architecture that persists near the water, where the memory of colonial-era commerce still influences the layout of the streets.

Modern life in Toms River thrives on a diverse economic foundation that balances professional services with a steady stream of local industry and regional commerce. The infrastructure supports a dense suburban rhythm, moving people along corridors that eventually lead toward the bustling hubs of the northeast corridor. Higher education and specialized training centers provide a steady intellectual pulse, ensuring that the labor force remains adaptable to the demands of a changing national economy. While the daily commute defines the schedule for many, the local economy remains deeply intertwined with the logistical advantages of its proximity to major transit veins and its function as a central node for the surrounding region.

Cultural life in Toms River finds expression in the enduring appeal of the outdoors, where residents often gather at Cattus Island to observe the interplay of migratory birds and shifting coastal flora. The calendar is marked by annual events that bring the public into the streets, fostering a shared identity that persists despite the rapid pace of suburban growth. While the town does not house professional sports stadiums, the enthusiasm for local athletics is palpable in the high school leagues, which serve as a primary source of civic pride. Notable individuals have passed through these streets, leaving a mark on the arts and public life that resonates with those who reside here today, all while the quiet, brackish water of the river continues to shape the character of the day.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Bey Lea Golf Course (Local Recreation) — 0.0 mi, 267° W
North Bay Park (Local Recreation) — 0.4 mi, 008° N
Bey Lea Park (Local Park) — 0.6 mi, 170° S
Ocean County Conservation Area (Local Conservation Area) — 0.9 mi, 358° N
Winding River Park (Local Park) — 1.3 mi, 254° W
Silver Bay (Local Conservation Area) — 1.5 mi, 075° E
Welcome to Ocean County (Public Artwork) — 2.3 mi, 196° S
Barnegat Bay Maritime Museum (Museum) — 3.0 mi, 186° S
USS Randolph Anchor (Attraction) — 3.1 mi, 189° S
Tilton Creek Preserve (State Conservation Area) — 3.5 mi, 116° SE
Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 4.4 mi, 050° NE · 130k acres
Manchester Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 4.5 mi, 308° NW
Double Trouble State Park (State Park) — 4.6 mi, 207° SW
The Dancing Crab (Attraction) — 6.7 mi, 086° E
R Berel Leifer's Shul (Monument) — 7.0 mi, 350° N
Go-Karts (Attraction) — 7.1 mi, 120° SE
Cedar Creek (Viewpoint) — 7.6 mi, 191° S
Island Beach State Park (Marine Protected Area) — 8.1 mi, 139° SE
Tranquility (Monument) — 9.1 mi, 055° NE
Stu Wagner Memorial (Monument) — 9.2 mi, 052° NE
Allaire State Park (State Park) — 9.4 mi, 018° N
Popcorn Park Animal Refuge (Zoo / Wildlife Park) — 9.4 mi, 232° SW
Coastal Living LLC‎ (Attraction) — 10.3 mi, 041° NE
Main Street Gallery (Gallery) — 11.5 mi, 039° NE
National Guard Militia Museum of New Jersey (Museum) — 11.8 mi, 042° NE
Vintage Computer Federation Museum (Museum) — 14.8 mi, 027° NE
Veteran Wireless Operators Association (Museum) — 14.8 mi, 027° NE
World War Ii Military Miniatures And Artifact Museum Gallery (Museum) — 14.8 mi, 027° NE
Iplay America (Theme Park) — 17.6 mi, 344° N
Parlor Art Gallery (Gallery) — 17.9 mi, 031° NE

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