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Arden North Carolina Map

Explore Arden, North Carolina, 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 Arden, North Carolina

How to Use This Arden, North Carolina Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Arden, North Carolina. 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 North Carolina 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 Arden.

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	Arden
State	North Carolina (NC)
County	Buncombe County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	35.466226
Longitude	-82.51651
Population	11,000
Density	480.0 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Code	28704
Area Code	828
County Seat	Asheville

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About Arden, North Carolina

Arden is a locality in Buncombe County, North Carolina, United States. It has a population of 11,000. The population density is 480.0 people per km². Arden is located at 35.4662°N, 82.5165°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 28704.

Arden occupies a gentle stretch of terrain characterized by the quiet presence of woodlands and the consistent, cooling influence of its inland position. It lies 9.5 miles south-southeast of Asheville, NC (from Asheville, NC: bearing 167°T), and is situated 1.7 miles south-southeast of Skyland. The landscape near Arden is defined by the soft, green contours of Pinner Cove and the nearby waters of Lake Julian, which provide a reflective surface for the shifting afternoon clouds. To the west, the distant silhouettes of the Blue Ridge Mountains frame the horizon, offering a sense of scale to the immediate, intimate surroundings. Kimsey Creek winds through the local topography, its steady path serving as a quiet reminder of the area’s natural drainage. Residents often find respite in the local greenery, as the proximity of the Bent Creek Experimental Forest encourages an appreciation for the native flora. The air here holds a crisp, clean quality, particularly at dusk when the shadows lengthen across the grass of City of Asheville - Jake Rusher Park.

Arden carries a legacy built upon the foundational industries of the region, where the steady evolution of local enterprise has shifted from agrarian roots to a diverse modern economy. Early settlement patterns were dictated by the utility of the land, fostering a community that values both industriousness and the preservation of its traditional character. Today, the economic life of Arden thrives through a mix of small-scale commerce and service-oriented sectors that support the daily needs of those who call the place home. The transition from older agricultural practices to contemporary professional services reflects a broader pattern of growth seen throughout this part of the state. Visitors and inhabitants alike benefit from a commercial environment that prioritizes accessibility without sacrificing the individual personality of the storefronts. This balance of historical continuity and forward-looking enterprise ensures that Arden remains a functional, productive environment for its people.

Cultural life in Arden is defined by a quiet, deliberate pace that favors community engagement and a shared respect for the local environment. Landmarks such as the City of Asheville - Jake Rusher Park serve as common grounds where the rhythm of the day slows, allowing for neighborly interaction under the canopy of mature trees. Those seeking more rugged recreation often venture toward the Side Hill Trail, where the earth feels firm underfoot and the silence of the woods provides a contemplative escape. The proximity of Turley Falls invites those with a taste for natural spectacle to observe the cascading water, a highlight for any traveler exploring the regional geography. While the area is not defined by the fame of its residents, it is home to individuals who value the understated dignity of a life lived close to the land. The cultural character of Arden remains rooted in this appreciation for the local, creating an atmosphere that feels both grounded and distinct.

Nearby Outdoor Places

City of Asheville - Jake Rusher Park (Local Recreation) — 0.4 mi, 351° N
Buncombe County Park (Local Park) — 0.4 mi, 351° N
Lake Julian Park (Local Park) — 0.8 mi, 315° NW
Dixie Highway Monument (Monument) — 1.7 mi, 160° S
RiverLink Preserve (Conservation Area) — 2.2 mi, 285° W
Town of Fletcher Open Space (Local Recreation) — 3.0 mi, 174° S
Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. (Attraction) — 3.2 mi, 220° SW
Pisgah National Game Refuge (National Conservation Area) — 4.2 mi, 274° W · 72k acres
Pisgah National Forest (National Forest) — 4.2 mi, 274° W · 511k acres
Bent Creek Experimental Forest (Recreation Easement) — 4.9 mi, 296° NW
Statue of Diana (Public Artwork) — 5.4 mi, 341° N
View Chesnut Cove (Viewpoint) — 6.8 mi, 267° W
Antler Hill Village (Attraction) — 7.2 mi, 329° NW
Flood Gallery Fine Art Center (Gallery) — 7.4 mi, 006° N
Level 42 Gallery & Studio (Gallery) — 8.0 mi, 340° N
Grail Moviehouse (Cinema) — 8.1 mi, 340° N
Art Garden AVL (Gallery) — 8.2 mi, 340° N
Ferin Fire Tower (Historic Ruins) — 8.8 mi, 267° W
The Bunkum Stone (Monument) — 8.9 mi, 347° N
Susie Skinner Clarke Hamilton (Monument) — 9.1 mi, 081° E
Asheville Pinball Museum (Museum) — 9.3 mi, 346° N
Mineral & Lapidary Museum (Museum) — 10.8 mi, 163° S
Beaver Lake Bird Sanctuary (Nature Reserve) — 11.8 mi, 349° N
Western North Carolina Air Museum (Museum) — 12.0 mi, 157° SE
Chimney Rock State Park (State Park) — 12.8 mi, 097° E
Buck Springs Lodge foundation (Historic Ruins) — 13.6 mi, 255° W
Dry Ridge Historical Museum (Museum) — 15.8 mi, 349° N
Shining Rock Wilderness (Wilderness Area) — 17.4 mi, 245° SW · 18k acres
Nantahala National Forest (National Forest) — 26.1 mi, 241° SW · 533k acres
Great Smoky Mountains National Park (National Park) — 30.0 mi, 296° NW · 521k acres

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