Stevenson Ranch California Map

About Stevenson Ranch, California

Stevenson Ranch is a locality in Los Angeles County, California, United States. It has a population of 20,990. The population density is 1289.3 people per km². Stevenson Ranch is located at 34.3894°N, 118.5883°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 91381.

Stevenson Ranch occupies a landscape defined by the interplay of golden, sun-baked slopes and the quiet, dry shadows of the surrounding terrain. It lies 2.6 miles west of Santa Clarita, CA (from Santa Clarita, CA: bearing 267°T), and is situated 9.7 miles northwest of Sylmar. The topography here is shaped by the rugged character of Dewitt Canyon, which carves a path through the earth just a mile from the center of the neighborhood. While the distant Santa Monica Mountains trace a serrated edge against the horizon, the immediate environment remains defined by open, arid expanses and the subtle persistence of the South Fork Santa Clara River flowing two miles away. The quality of light during the late afternoon turns the dry grasses into a shimmering, pale amber that seems to hold the heat of the day long after the sun begins its descent. Life in Stevenson Ranch moves with the quiet hum of a place defined by its internal geography rather than any proximity to the distant, damp air of the coast. Development in Stevenson Ranch followed a deliberate path, transforming the former ranching lands into a residential landscape that mirrors the broader economic shifts of the region. The economy relies heavily on a mix of commercial enterprise and professional services, providing a steady pulse for the people who reside among the hills. Local industry finds its expression in the business parks and retail centers that serve the daily needs of the population, replacing the agricultural traditions of an older era. Dry Canyon Reservoir sits seven miles away, a reminder of the vital necessity of water management in this dry, inland climate. Stevenson Ranch maintains a character that balances modern convenience with the lingering, quiet memory of the open range that once dominated this expanse of the California interior. Cultural life in Stevenson Ranch is anchored by the shared experiences of its residents, who gather in spaces like Dr. Richard H Rioux Memorial Park to enjoy the temperate evenings. This park serves as a central point for outdoor activity, offering a patch of green that contrasts with the tawny, tinder-dry hills visible in every direction. The atmosphere is quiet and orderly, reflecting the aspirations of families who value the stability provided by the well-maintained public spaces. While the region has seen the passage of many, few figures of singular, global fame have claimed this specific soil as their primary origin, leaving the focus squarely on the collective character of the residents. Stevenson Ranch remains a place where the rhythm of the day is dictated by the movement of the sun over the ridges and the steady, predictable flow of suburban life.

About This Stevenson Ranch Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Stevenson Ranch, California — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 34.3894, -118.5883. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Stevenson Ranch and Los Angeles County.

Detailed location data for Stevenson Ranch includes the ZIP code (91381), telephone area code (626), county seat of Los Angeles County (Los Angeles), and school district assignment (Newhall Elementary School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Stevenson Ranch is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.