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Jefferson Washington Map

Explore Jefferson, Washington, 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 Jefferson, Washington

How to Use This Jefferson, Washington Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Jefferson, Washington. 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 Washington 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 Jefferson.

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	Jefferson
State	Washington (WA)
County	Jefferson County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles)

Latitude	47.742454
Longitude	-123.304006
Population	31,000
Density	12.0 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Code	98368
Area Code	425
County Seat	Port Townsend

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About Jefferson, Washington

Jefferson is a locality in Jefferson County, Washington, United States. It has a population of 31,000. The population density is 12.0 people per km². Jefferson is located at 47.7425°N, 123.3040°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 98368.

Jefferson emerges from the landscape as a quiet witness to the enduring stillness of the Daniel J. Evans Wilderness Area. It lies 22.5 miles north-northwest of Mason, WA (from Mason, WA: bearing 347°T), and is situated 31.5 miles west-northwest of Kitsap. This inland geography is defined by the sharp, cold presence of Hanging Glacier just one mile away, which feeds the persistent flow of Hidden Creek. To the west, the jagged silhouette of the Olympic Mountains rises against the sky, casting long shadows over the surrounding terrain. Honeymoon Meadows offers a brief, verdant respite in the basin, providing a stark contrast to the rugged, untamed elevation of the slopes. When the light fades, the air grows crisp, carrying the scent of damp earth and ancient stone across the high, quiet plains.

Jefferson maintains a steady pulse rooted in the labor and legacy of those who first cleared paths through the dense, towering timber of the Hood Canal Ranger District. The local economy relies heavily on sustainable land management and the careful stewardship of the vast, protected resources that define the region. Historically, the extraction of timber and the slow, deliberate growth of agricultural plots have shaped the way the land is organized and valued. Industry here is a matter of patience, requiring a deep understanding of the seasonal shifts that govern the wilderness. Residents often look toward the long, gray horizons, finding a sense of stability in the continuity of work that respects the difficult, steep geography of the territory.

Jefferson possesses a character defined by the solitude of the wilderness and the resilience of those who call its rugged reaches home. The cultural life is marked by a profound appreciation for the natural world, often reflected in the quiet gatherings that honor the changing seasons. While the area does not host large, boisterous spectacles, the local spirit is deeply felt during seasonal transitions when the community acknowledges the rhythm of the woods and the nearby Scout Lake. No single individual of global renown claims this place as their origin, as the land prefers to keep its inhabitants focused on the immediate, tangible beauty of their surroundings. To live here is to accept the company of the mountains and the slow, meaningful passage of time in an environment that remains largely unchanged by the clamor of the outside world.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Olympic National Park (National Park) — locality lies within · 1.8M acres
Daniel J. Evans Wilderness Area (Wilderness Area) — locality lies within · 867k acres
Isaac Peak (Viewpoint) — 3.3 mi, 193° S
Olympic National Forest (National Forest) — 5.8 mi, 051° NE · 632k acres
Buckhorn Wilderness (Wilderness Area) — 5.8 mi, 051° NE · 44k acres
Buckhorn Botanical Area (National Scenic Byway) — 8.3 mi, 064° NE
Pacific Northwest National Scenic Trail (National Trail) — 12.7 mi, 355° N · 1,009 acres
Wet Weather Creek Research Natural Area (Research Natural Area) — 12.9 mi, 058° NE
Tyler Peak Botanical Area (National Scenic Byway) — 13.1 mi, 036° NE
Nine Inch Spike (Monument) — 13.9 mi, 194° S
Dosewallips (State Park) — 18.1 mi, 099° E
Quilcene Historical Museum (Museum) — 20.7 mi, 073° E
Dungeness National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 23.2 mi, 034° NE · 2,364 acres
Native Art Gallery (Museum) — 24.2 mi, 036° NE
Olympic Cellars Winery (Attraction) — 24.4 mi, 001° N
Kite Girl (Public Artwork) — 24.9 mi, 020° N
Blue Whole Gallery (Gallery) — 25.1 mi, 022° N
Little Theater (Theatre) — 25.2 mi, 349° N
The Beaumont Cabin (Museum) — 25.3 mi, 347° N
Fairgrounds (Attraction) — 25.3 mi, 021° N
Purple Haze Lavender Farm (Attraction) — 25.4 mi, 026° NE
Sequim High School Auditorium (Theatre) — 25.4 mi, 021° N
Protection Island Aquatic Reserve (Marine Protected Area) — 26.3 mi, 027° NE
9-11 Monument (Monument) — 26.4 mi, 348° N
Military Service Memorial (Monument) — 26.4 mi, 349° N
Camp 3 (Historic Ruins) — 26.5 mi, 178° S
Adventures Through Kayaking (Attraction) — 26.5 mi, 340° N
North Olympic History Center (Museum) — 26.8 mi, 347° N
NOAA - Olympic Coast Discovery Center (Museum) — 26.8 mi, 347° N
San Juan Islands National Monument (National Monument) — 47.2 mi, 012° N · 432k acres

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