Explore Maplewood, Washington, with this interactive street and satellite map.
| City | Maplewood |
| State | Washington (WA) |
| County | Pierce County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) |
| Latitude | 47.376389 |
| Longitude | -122.56549 |
| Population | 5,469 |
| Density | 254.8 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
| ZIP Codes | 98058, 98332 |
| Area Code | 206, 253, 425 |
| County Seat | Tacoma |
| School District | Peninsula School District |
Maplewood reveals itself through the soft, persistent dampness that defines this corner of the world, where the air holds the scent of salt and crushed needles. It lies 5.1 miles north-northeast of Gig Harbor, WA (from Gig Harbor, WA: bearing 12°T), and is situated 7.7 miles north-northeast of Artondale. The land here gently slopes toward the water, shaped by the slow, patient work of rain and tide. A mile away, the quiet expanse of Olalla Bay catches the shifting light of the sky, mirroring the long, gray afternoons common to the region. Nearby, Crescent Creek carves a path through the earth, feeding into the moist soil that sustains the deep, evergreen growth surrounding the town. On the horizon, the distant, snow-dusted peaks of the Olympic Mountains stand as a silent, jagged reminder of the wider geography that frames our daily lives.
Maplewood grew from the quiet labor of those who recognized the value in the timber and the accessible waterways of this coast. The local economy has long been anchored by the rhythms of the sea and the harvest of the surrounding woodland, creating a steady, pragmatic way of life. Industry here remains tied to the land’s natural offerings, with small-scale commerce supporting the families who have inhabited these slopes for generations. Residents often look toward the nearby Olalla Valley, where the terrain opens up, providing a different scope of development and connection to the interior. Even as the modern world encroaches, the work of the people remains rooted in the specific, unhurried demands of the forest and the shore.
Maplewood possesses a character defined by a profound, quiet independence and an appreciation for the subtle shifts in the seasons. Life here orbits around the simplicity of Crescent Lake Park, a space where the community gathers to watch the stillness of the water or enjoy the cool shade of the trees. While local legends are often whispered among neighbors, the town maintains a modest profile that avoids the clamor of wider fame. The proximity of Vashon Island, visible across the water, lends a sense of scale to the horizon, reminding everyone that they occupy a distinct, singular point in the landscape. People move through their days with a deliberate pace, finding satisfaction in the familiar textures of the coast and the enduring, cool mist that softens the edges of every afternoon.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Maplewood, Washington. Coordinates: 47.376389, -122.56549. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.
Detailed location data for Maplewood includes the ZIP code (98058, 98332), telephone area code (206, 253, 425), county seat of Pierce County (Tacoma), and school district assignment (Peninsula School District).
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | August 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |