Clifton Virginia Map

About Clifton, Virginia

Clifton is a locality in Fairfax County, Virginia, United States. It is a small community with a population of 312. The population density is 408.5 people per km². Clifton is located at 38.7801°N, 77.3867°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 20124.

Clifton sits amidst a landscape where the rolling Virginia Piedmont begins to assert its gentle, wooded character. It lies 4.7 miles south-south-east of Centreville, VA (from Centreville, VA: bearing 151°T), and is situated 8.0 miles north-west of Lake Ridge. The terrain here is a study in subtle contours, not dramatic peaks or deep valleys, but a soft, yielding topography that encourages the slow meandering of creeks and the broad sweep of fields. Mature oak and maple trees, their branches reaching like ancient arms, create a verdant canopy that filters the sunlight into shifting patterns on the forest floor, a dappled illumination that seems to hold a quiet, contemplative spirit. The air, particularly in the humid embrace of summer, carries the rich scent of damp earth and blooming honeysuckle, a perfume that speaks of the verdant, fertile land. Even the sky above Clifton seems to possess a particular depth, a vast canvas where clouds drift with a stately, unhurried grace. This is a place where history is not loudly proclaimed but whispered in the enduring character of the land and the enduring spirit of its people. Clifton’s origins are intertwined with the agricultural heritage of Northern Virginia, a legacy that still echoes in the preserved farmsteads and the quietude of its rural outskirts. The local economy, while diversified, retains a connection to the land, with small businesses and a pace of life that values community and a certain groundedness. The railroad, once a vital artery, has left its mark, its old tracks now often repurposed for scenic walking paths, a gentle reminder of past connections and a testament to the enduring appeal of this particular corner of Fairfax County. Clifton’s distinctiveness lies not in grand monuments but in the subtle harmony between its natural beauty and the quiet dignity of its human habitation.

About This Clifton Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Clifton, Virginia with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Clifton and Fairfax County.

Detailed location data for Clifton includes the ZIP code (24609), telephone area code (571, 703), county seat of Fairfax County (Fairfax), and school district assignment (Fairfax County Public Schools). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Clifton is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.