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Ridgefield Washington Map

Explore Ridgefield, 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 Ridgefield, Washington

How to Use This Ridgefield, Washington Map

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

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

Latitude	45.817571
Longitude	-122.671959
Population	10,319
Density	542.6 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	98642
Area Code	360
County Seat	Vancouver
School District	Ridgefield School District

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About Ridgefield, Washington

Ridgefield is a locality in Clark County, Washington, United States. It has a population of 10,319. The population density is 542.6 people per km². Ridgefield is located at 45.8176°N, 122.6720°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. Ridgefield is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 98642.

Ridgefield holds a quiet presence where the land meets the persistent flow of the Lake River. It lies 7.5 miles north-northwest of Felida, WA (from Felida, WA: bearing 347°T), and is situated 8.5 miles north-northwest of Salmon Creek. The landscape around Ridgefield unfolds in a series of low, water-fed basins, with the moisture-rich air suggesting the proximity of the North Arm just five miles away. To the east, the distant silhouette of the Cascade Range anchors the horizon, providing a sharp, jagged contrast to the softer, verdant lowlands. Nearby, Lancaster Lake offers a still, reflective surface that mirrors the shifting, gray-toned sky of the Pacific Northwest. Further exploration reveals the wetland expanse of the Community (Ridgefield), which serves as a vital corridor for migratory patterns and local wildlife.

Ridgefield emerged from a landscape defined by its connection to the river and the fertile soil of the surrounding plains. The local economy transitioned from early resource extraction to a more diversified model, though the rhythm of the region remains tied to the seasonal pulse of the land. Historically, the proximity to Hathaway Lake and the nearby Bachelor Island influenced how early settlers organized their trade and travel. Today, the industrious spirit of the inhabitants persists in modern commerce and sustainable land management, honoring the legacy of those who first cleared the timber. Small-scale agriculture and a growing residential base continue to define the economic fiber of the region.

Cultural life in Ridgefield reflects a steady, deliberate pace, where the changing light at dusk brings a soft, bruised purple hue to the open fields. The Community (Ridgefield) stands as a focal point for public engagement, drawing residents to its trails and natural vistas throughout the year. While the area maintains a modest profile, the influence of the surrounding wilderness fosters a deep appreciation for the natural world among those who reside here. Local gatherings often center on the seasonal migrations that bring life to the riverbeds and the quiet, introspective atmosphere of the woods. It is a place where the daily routine is balanced by a profound, almost silent, connection to the geography that defines its borders.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Blue Star Memorial Highway (Monument) — 1.3 mi, 197° S
Duck Lake (Clark County) (State Conservation Area) — 1.8 mi, 017° N
Mount Saint Helens-Shillapoo Wildlife Area Complex (State Conservation Area) — 1.8 mi, 017° N
La Center Bottoms (Local Conservation Area) — 2.3 mi, 007° N
Lewis River Greenway (Local Park) — 2.5 mi, 090° E
Columbia Hills (Local Park) — 2.8 mi, 242° SW
Timmen's Landing (Monument) — 2.9 mi, 360° N
Flume Creek Habitat Area (Local Conservation Area) — 3.3 mi, 245° SW
La Center High School Victory Bell (Monument) — 3.3 mi, 012° N
Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 3.4 mi, 256° W · 9,982 acres
Paradise Point (State Park) — 3.6 mi, 341° N
Gazebo, Lake View (Viewpoint) — 3.8 mi, 276° W
Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge Research Natural Area (Research Natural Area) — 4.2 mi, 289° W
Golden Section (Public Artwork) — 6.2 mi, 164° S
Scappoose Landing Willamette River Greenway (State Recreation Area) — 7.0 mi, 275° W
Auditorium (Theatre) — 7.1 mi, 329° NW
Sunken Village Archeological Site (Historic Ruins) — 11.6 mi, 224° SW
Willamette River (Wild & Scenic River) — 11.9 mi, 201° S · 51k acres
Decker Theatre (Theatre) — 12.7 mi, 176° S
Art at the Cave (Gallery) — 13.0 mi, 180° S
Regal City Center Stadium 12 (Cinema) — 13.2 mi, 179° S
Vancouver Barracks (Attraction) — 13.2 mi, 178° S
Corridor Gallery (Gallery) — 13.2 mi, 181° S
Aqua Gallery (Gallery) — 13.4 mi, 181° S
Old Tractor (Attraction) — 14.2 mi, 272° W
Troll Bridge (Attraction) — 14.5 mi, 216° SW
Jubitz Cinema (Cinema) — 15.2 mi, 180° S
Gifford Pinchot National Forest (National Forest) — 15.7 mi, 062° NE · 1.3M acres
Cathedral Park Performing Arts Collective (Arts Centre) — 16.2 mi, 194° S
Water Wheel (Attraction) — 16.2 mi, 158° S

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