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Poquoson Virginia Map

Explore Poquoson, Virginia, 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 Poquoson, Virginia

How to Use This Poquoson, Virginia Map

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

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	Poquoson
State	Virginia (VA)
County	Poquoson (city)
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	37.12836
Longitude	-76.303534
Population	12,460
Density	313.3 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	23662
Area Code	757
School District	Poquoson City Public Schools

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About Poquoson, Virginia

Poquoson is a locality in Poquoson (city), Virginia, United States. It has a population of 12,460. The population density is 313.3 people per km². Poquoson is located at 37.1284°N, 76.3035°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. Poquoson is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 23662.

Poquoson remains a singular expanse of low-lying terrain where the land yields gracefully to the encroaching tides. It lies 6.2 miles east of Tabb, VA (from Tabb, VA: bearing 91°T), and is situated 6.4 miles north of Hampton. Fore Landing Creek winds its way through the landscape, acting as a rhythmic pulse that defines the very edges of the local geography. Beyond the immediate marshlands, the horizon is marked by the distant, hazy silhouette of Blackwalnut Ridge, standing as a quiet sentinel against the sky. Travelers often observe how the light catches the reeds near Plum Tree Island National Wildlife Refuge, turning the evening marsh into a shimmering expanse of muted gold and gray. Oak Island sits nearby as a modest anchor to the maritime environment, while the waters of Easton Cove provide a serene boundary to the east. Even the inland stretches carry the scent of salt, reminding all who visit that the rhythm of the water dictates the pace of life here.

Poquoson traces its origins to a resilient maritime heritage, where generations of watermen have long harvested the bounty of the surrounding estuaries. The local economy has evolved from these traditional roots in oystering and crabbing to support a broader base that values both industry and residential quietude. Families have worked these waters for centuries, fostering a deep-seated connection to the seasonal ebb and flow of the tide. While modern commerce has introduced new industries to the region, the foundational character of the economy remains tied to the stewardship of the natural resources found in nearby Fire Pine Creek. This historic reliance on the water has created a culture of self-sufficiency that informs the way business is conducted and how the land is managed. The legacy of these early settlers persists in the careful maintenance of the shoreline and the enduring respect for the ecological health of the local basin, known as Drum Island Flats.

Poquoson maintains a distinct cultural identity that prioritizes community cohesion and a deliberate, unhurried pace of daily life. Residents often gather for the annual seafood festivals, which serve as a vibrant celebration of the maritime traditions that continue to shape the local spirit. Landmarks such as the expansive conservation areas provide a necessary sanctuary for both wildlife and those seeking a moment of reflection away from the bustle of broader regional hubs. While the region is not defined by the presence of grand, world-famous figures, the people of Poquoson value the quiet contributions of those who have served their neighbors with integrity and steadfast commitment. The atmosphere is one of understated grace, where the shifting colors of the sky over the water provide a constant, shifting backdrop to the rhythms of school, work, and family. It is a place where the connection between the inhabitant and the land is felt in the texture of the air and the steady, reliable persistence of the tides.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Plum Tree Island National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — locality lies within · 9,195 acres
Grandview Nature Preserve (Local Park) — 1.5 mi, 157° SE
Gosnolds Hope Park (Local Park) — 3.6 mi, 203° SW
POW/MIA Memorial (Monument) — 4.8 mi, 217° SW
Buckroe Beach (Local Recreation) — 5.7 mi, 171° S
Fort Monroe National Monument (National Monument) — 7.3 mi, 178° S · 122 acres
Chesapeake Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve - Virginia (Marine Protected Area) — 7.4 mi, 332° NW
Booker T. Washington Memorial (Monument) — 7.5 mi, 192° S
CinéBistro at Peninsula Town Center (Cinema) — 7.7 mi, 220° SW
Lincoln and Armstrong Shrine (Public Artwork) — 7.7 mi, 195° S
Rosa Parks (Monument) — 7.8 mi, 195° S
Harwoods Mill Reservoir (Waterfowl Production Area) — 8.5 mi, 274° W
Grafton Ponds State Natural Area Preserve (State Conservation Area) — 11.0 mi, 291° W
Pine Tree Overlook (Viewpoint) — 11.1 mi, 243° SW
Aids to Navigation Museum (Museum) — 11.5 mi, 303° NW
Abandoned sand mine and dump (Historic Ruins) — 11.7 mi, 298° NW
Skirmish at Waters Creek (Registered Battlefield) — 11.8 mi, 239° SW
Capture of the Patriot (Registered Battlefield) — 11.8 mi, 240° SW
Hampton Roads Naval Museum (Museum) — 12.3 mi, 182° S
Cornwallis' Cave (Attraction) — 13.3 mi, 304° NW
F/a-18 (Attraction) — 14.2 mi, 180° S
TRADOC Outdoor Stage (Theatre) — 15.0 mi, 278° W
Beach Art House (Gallery) — 15.2 mi, 156° SE
Generic Theatet (Theatre) — 15.5 mi, 175° S
SB Ballard Stadium (Stadium) — 16.5 mi, 180° S
Barron and Ellin Gordon Art Galleries (Arts Centre) — 16.8 mi, 179° S
Machicomoco State Park (State Park) — 17.1 mi, 312° NW
Fisherman Island National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 17.9 mi, 097° E · 6,147 acres
First Landing State Park (State Park) — 19.9 mi, 137° SE
Hog Island Wildlife Management Area (Marine Protected Area) — 20.1 mi, 279° W

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