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Chestnut Hill Pennsylvania Map

Explore Chestnut Hill, Pennsylvania, 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 Chestnut Hill, Pennsylvania

How to Use This Chestnut Hill, Pennsylvania Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Chestnut Hill, Pennsylvania. 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 Pennsylvania 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 Chestnut Hill.

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	Chestnut Hill
State	Pennsylvania (PA)
County	Philadelphia County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	40.72279
Longitude	-75.207232
Population	6,689
Density	851.8 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Code	19118
Area Code	215, 223, 267, 272, 412, 445, 484, 570, 582, 610, 717, 724, 814, 835, 878
County Seat	Philadelphia
School District	Easton Area School District

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About Chestnut Hill, Pennsylvania

Chestnut Hill is a locality in Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania, United States. It has a population of approximately 6,689. The population density is 851.8 people per km². Chestnut Hill is located at 40.7228°N, 75.2072°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 19118.

Chestnut Hill occupies a high, verdant ridge that commands the landscape with a quiet, deliberate authority. It lies 1.6 miles south of Springfield Montgomery County, PA (from Springfield Montgomery County, PA: bearing 181°T), and is situated 8.9 miles north-northwest of Philadelphia. Natural Lands Trust Property blankets the immediate terrain, offering a sprawling, untamed sanctuary of woodland that feels entirely removed from the bustle of the nearby metropolis. Only a mile away, Wissahickon Creek cuts a deep, stony path through the earth, its movement punctuated by the singular, cascading presence of The Grotto. The air here carries a distinct, cool clarity, especially as the sun begins to wane and shadows stretch long across the limestone foundations of old estates. Further out, the gentle fold of the Cresheim Valley creates a natural depression that defines the western edge of the local horizon.

Chestnut Hill emerged as a summer refuge for those seeking cooler breezes, eventually transforming into a permanent enclave of distinctive stone architecture and intellectual pursuits. The regional economy thrives on a blend of independent boutiques, specialized professional services, and high-end retail that lines the primary thoroughfares. Long-standing institutions have fostered a local climate that values historical continuity, ensuring that the legacy of earlier industrial and residential development remains visible in every facade. While the Upper Roxborough Reservoir sits just two miles away as a quiet, functional testament to the region’s infrastructure, the focus of daily commerce remains firmly on the walkable, human-scaled streets. This economic stability allows Chestnut Hill to maintain its deliberate pace, favoring careful preservation over the rapid, jarring shifts seen in more transient districts.

Cultural life in Chestnut Hill pulses with a refined energy, drawing strength from a long tradition of artistic patronage and academic engagement. Notable figures, such as the legendary writer Louisa May Alcott, once graced this environment, finding inspiration in the intersection of dense forest and sophisticated social circles. The neighborhood hosts annual events that bring the community together under the canopy of mature trees, reinforcing a shared identity rooted in local pride. Visitors often find themselves drawn to the intricate stonework of historic landmarks that define the streetscape, each structure telling a silent story of craftsmanship from a bygone era. The rhythm of the days here is marked not by the roar of transit, but by the subtle, shifting light moving through the canopy of the nearby woods. Residents move through their routines with a sense of purpose, appreciating the balance between the wild, quiet reaches of the preserve and the cultivated elegance of their stone-lined avenues.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Municipal Park (Local Park) — 0.6 mi, 336° NW
Meco Fields (Local Recreation) — 0.6 mi, 295° NW
Easton City Open Space (Local Recreation) — 0.8 mi, 139° SE
Forks Township Community Park (Local Park) — 0.9 mi, 255° W
Marble Hill (Local Conservation Area) — 1.0 mi, 127° SE
Frost Hollow Overlook (Viewpoint) — 1.0 mi, 083° E
Marble Hill Natural Area (Local Conservation Area) — 1.1 mi, 111° E
Harmony Fishing Access (State Recreation Area) — 1.4 mi, 069° E
Warren Trail (State Recreation Area) — 1.5 mi, 154° SE
Shapeyard (Public Artwork) — 1.6 mi, 183° S
Marquis de Lafayette Statue (Monument) — 1.6 mi, 180° S
Civil War Memorial (Monument) — 1.8 mi, 184° S
Weiss Theater (Theatre) — 1.9 mi, 182° S
Brick + Mortar Design Studio (Gallery) — 2.0 mi, 209° SW
AR Workshop (Gallery) — 2.0 mi, 210° SW
Dr. Traill Green Monument (Monument) — 2.0 mi, 197° S
Gallery on Fourth (Gallery) — 2.2 mi, 186° S
Crayola Experience (Attraction) — 2.2 mi, 184° S
The Journey Home (Arts Centre) — 2.3 mi, 180° S
Delaware Canal State Park (State Park) — 2.4 mi, 176° S
Delaware River Railroad Excursions (Attraction) — 2.4 mi, 171° S
Old Mill (Ruins) (Historic Ruins) — 3.3 mi, 307° NW
The Artsy Palette (Arts Centre) — 3.5 mi, 116° SE
Morris Canal Prism (Historic Ruins) — 3.7 mi, 128° SE
Regal Northampton Cinema 14 (Cinema) — 4.1 mi, 266° W
Alpha Grasslands Preserve (Nature Reserve) — 4.8 mi, 163° S
Whitefield House (Museum) — 5.4 mi, 284° W
Pequest River Grny (State Park) — 5.7 mi, 066° NE
Cherry Valley National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 10.4 mi, 338° N · 11k acres
Appalachian National Scenic Trail (National Trail) — 10.7 mi, 332° NW · 110k acres

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