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South Hill Washington Map

Explore South Hill, 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 South Hill, Washington

How to Use This South Hill, Washington Map

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

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

Latitude	47.120704
Longitude	-122.285264
Population	64,708
Density	1344.3 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Code	98374
Area Code	425
County Seat	Tacoma
School District	Puyallup School District

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About South Hill, Washington

South Hill is a locality in Pierce County, Washington, United States. It has a population of 64,708. The population density is 1344.3 people per km². South Hill is located at 47.1207°N, 122.2853°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 98374.

South Hill serves as a prominent plateau rising above the surrounding lowlands, defining the physical character of the regional landscape with its broad, elevated expanse. It lies 3.2 miles south-southeast of Puyallup, WA (from Puyallup, WA: bearing 161°T), and is situated 7.8 miles east of Parkland. The terrain here is shaped by glacial deposits that left behind a firm, high-ground stability, creating a distinct contrast to the lower, more moisture-prone basins that surround it. To the east, the Cascade Range lingers on the horizon as a jagged, atmospheric silhouette, while the immediate vicinity is marked by the presence of McMillin North Reservoir, which occupies a quiet, functional space in the local topography. The air here holds a crisp, terrestrial clarity, often catching the late afternoon light in a way that turns the suburban tree lines into deep, monochromatic silhouettes against the fading sky.

Growth in South Hill followed the slow, steady transformation of the region from timber-cleared acreage into a residential corridor that serves as a vital transition point for the surrounding region. Early settlers recognized the advantage of the higher elevation, moving away from the flood-prone lowlands to establish homesteads that eventually evolved into the organized neighborhoods seen today. The history of the area is not marked by grand, singular events, but rather by the quiet, iterative work of families and laborers who carved a functional, enduring grid out of the woodland. This evolution reflects a broader regional movement toward suburban expansion, where the legacy of the pioneer work is now layered beneath miles of asphalt and the structured geometry of modern housing.

South Hill functions as a significant economic hub within the region, supporting a dense network of retail centers, health services, and professional offices that draw commuters from across the vicinity. Infrastructure within South Hill is defined by the heavy, rhythmic flow of traffic along its primary arterial roads, which act as the lifeblood for a population that balances local employment with access to the wider regional workforce. While the area does not house a major university, the proximity to various regional educational institutions ensures a steady influx of academic influence and a workforce that values technical and professional training. The economy thrives on this accessibility, relying on the solid, well-maintained roads that connect the plateau to the industrial corridors near the Puyallup River, just two miles away.

Cultural life in South Hill manifests in a preference for local gatherings, high school athletic rivalries, and the quiet enjoyment of natural features like the nearby Victor Falls, where the water descends in a persistent, cooling spray. Residents often look toward the professional sports teams of the broader region, yet they maintain a distinct civic identity fueled by annual festivals and community markets that capitalize on the seasonal changes of the inland climate. The proximity to Lake Bradley provides a localized point of recreation, offering a calm, reflective surface that mirrors the grey, literate sky characteristic of this corner of the world. While South Hill lacks the fame of a global metropolis, it possesses a sturdy, unassuming character, anchored by a population that finds satisfaction in the reliable, daily patterns of life away from the bustle of the coast.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Meridian Habitat Park (Local Recreation) — 0.4 mi, 291° W
Hopp Farm (Local Park) — 0.9 mi, 046° NE
South Hill Community Park (Local Park) — 1.2 mi, 287° W
McMillin North Reservoir (Local Recreation) — 1.4 mi, 026° NE
Nathan R. Chapman Memorial Plaque (Monument) — 1.5 mi, 291° W
Village Green Wetlands Park (Local Conservation Area) — 2.5 mi, 108° E
Calistoga Setback Levee Area (Local Conservation Area) — 3.2 mi, 111° E
Draft Horses (Attraction) — 4.1 mi, 352° N
4-h Horses (Attraction) — 4.1 mi, 351° N
Pigeons, Rabbits & Jr. Poultry (Attraction) — 4.1 mi, 351° N
Wool Riders Only (Attraction) — 4.1 mi, 351° N
The Farm at SillyVille (Zoo / Wildlife Park) — 4.1 mi, 351° N
The Old Tar Pot (Monument) — 4.2 mi, 113° SE
Orting Veteran's Memorial Wall (Monument) — 4.2 mi, 113° SE
Pierce County Fair (Theme Park) — 4.2 mi, 189° S
Artists in Action (Arts Centre) — 4.4 mi, 353° N
Unconditional (Public Artwork) — 4.7 mi, 355° N
Barovic's Liberty Theatre (Theatre) — 4.9 mi, 355° N
Rainier View Point in Tehaleh (Viewpoint) — 5.2 mi, 084° E
Fort Malone Historical Marker (Historic Ruins) — 5.8 mi, 356° N
Sumner Performing Arts Center (Arts Centre) — 6.3 mi, 023° NE
Clover Creek Reserve (Nature Reserve) — 6.5 mi, 275° W
Debbie Doolittle's Petting Zoo (Zoo / Wildlife Park) — 7.0 mi, 276° W
Crawford Woods (Nature Reserve) — 8.7 mi, 006° N
Mount Rainier National Park (National Park) — 11.3 mi, 096° E · 236k acres
Lower Green River (State Park) — 13.3 mi, 018° N
Snoqualmie National Forest (National Forest) — 18.0 mi, 127° SE · 1.3M acres
Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 18.2 mi, 268° W · 16k acres
Clearwater Wilderness (Wilderness Area) — 19.0 mi, 111° E · 15k acres
Mount Rainier Wilderness Area (Wilderness Area) — 19.4 mi, 117° SE · 227k acres

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