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Lakeland South Washington Map

Explore Lakeland South, 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 Lakeland South, Washington

How to Use This Lakeland South, Washington Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Lakeland South, 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 Lakeland South.

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

Latitude	47.2786
Longitude	-122.2826
Population	13,169
Density	1037.5 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Code	98001
Area Code	206, 253
County Seat	Seattle
School District	Federal Way School District

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About Lakeland South, Washington

Lakeland South is a locality in King County, Washington, United States. It has a population of 13,169. The population density is 1037.5 people per km². Lakeland South is located at 47.2786°N, 122.2826°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 98001.

Lakeland South occupies a landscape defined by the subtle, persistent moisture of the Pacific Northwest, where the air often carries a cool, heavy promise of rain. It lies 2.0 miles north-northeast of Edgewood, WA (from Edgewood, WA: bearing 15°T), and is situated 7.8 miles east-northeast of Tacoma. The land here slopes gently toward the nearby waters of Commencement Bay, which sits only four miles away and influences the temper of the local climate. Nearby, the quiet presence of Brook Lake offers a reflective stillness, while the winding path of Hylebos Creek cuts through the terrain just a mile from the center. To the east, the distant, jagged silhouette of the Cascade Range anchors the horizon, providing a permanent backdrop to the everyday lives of those who dwell here. Travelers might also note the proximity of Peasley Canyon, a basin that adds a sense of depth to the immediate geography, while the expansive Five Mile Lake Park provides a green sanctuary for residents to observe the changing seasons.

Lakeland South maintains a steady rhythm born from a history of industry and the pragmatic growth of the Puget Sound region. The local economy relies on a mixture of regional commerce and service sectors, reflecting the broader economic shifts that have moved the area away from its earlier roots. Residents often commute to neighboring hubs, yet the influence of the proximity to major shipping lanes and industrial corridors remains a quiet engine for the local livelihood. Over time, the character of the workforce has evolved, favoring a blend of white-collar professionals and skilled laborers who value the stability of the region. Despite these modern pressures, the work-life balance in Lakeland South feels grounded in the necessity of maintaining connections to the surrounding geography. This dedication to labor and local commerce ensures that the area remains a functional, enduring part of the larger metropolitan periphery.

Lakeland South fosters a cultural identity that is quiet, observant, and deeply attuned to the natural world. The local atmosphere is defined by the long, grey winters that encourage a scholarly, introspective pace of life among the citizenry. Five Mile Lake Park serves as a central gathering point, where the community can experience the local flora and fauna away from the noise of transit routes. While the area does not claim grand monuments, the true landmark is the persistent, verdant growth of the landscape and the way the light softens as it filters through the dense, evergreen canopy. Residents looking for more rugged exploration often travel toward the Barnes Creek Nature Trail to find a deeper communion with the wilderness. Although no singular famous figure has defined the identity of Lakeland South, the collective spirit of the people reflects a regional resilience that honors the rugged, wet beauty of the land.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Five Mile Lake Park (Local Park) — 0.1 mi, 159° S
South County Ballfields (Local Park) — 0.4 mi, 047° NE
The Little League Pledge (Monument) — 0.6 mi, 043° NE
West Hylebos Wetlands Park Brooklake Viewpoint (Viewpoint) — 2.1 mi, 282° W
Garden of Memories (Monument) — 2.2 mi, 029° NE
From The Mountains To The Sea (Public Artwork) — 2.2 mi, 049° NE
Veterans Memorial Section (Monument) — 2.2 mi, 028° NE
Modest Fashion Boutique (Gallery) — 2.2 mi, 049° NE
Crawford Woods (Nature Reserve) — 2.4 mi, 161° S
Sumner Meadows Golf Links (Local Recreation) — 2.9 mi, 133° SE
Auburn Riverside Theatre ART (Theatre) — 2.9 mi, 104° E
Clock Tower Bell (Attraction) — 3.1 mi, 344° N
Auburn Avenue Theatre (Theatre) — 3.3 mi, 052° NE
City Of Tacoma Watershed (Local Conservation Area) — 3.4 mi, 005° N
Lower Green River (State Park) — 4.5 mi, 052° NE
Bubbleator (Attraction) — 5.0 mi, 335° NW
Fort Malone Historical Marker (Historic Ruins) — 5.2 mi, 185° S
Dash Point (State Park) — 5.6 mi, 294° NW
Sumner Performing Arts Center (Arts Centre) — 5.7 mi, 156° SE
Jumping Juniors (Attraction) — 6.1 mi, 151° SE
Clay Art Center (Arts Centre) — 6.2 mi, 237° SW
Gog-Le-Hi-Te Wetlands Public Access Site (Nature Reserve) — 6.3 mi, 253° W
Kayak Rentals (Attraction) — 6.8 mi, 343° N
The Farm at SillyVille (Zoo / Wildlife Park) — 6.9 mi, 186° S
Maury Island Aquatic Reserve (Marine Protected Area) — 8.1 mi, 332° NW
Mount Rainier National Park (National Park) — 16.4 mi, 137° SE · 236k acres
Snoqualmie National Forest (National Forest) — 22.8 mi, 129° SE · 1.3M acres

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