Fairmount Colorado Map
Explore Fairmount, Colorado, with this interactive street and satellite map. You can “grab” the Fairmount, CO street map and move it around to re-centre it. You can change between standard map view and satellite map view by clicking the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. You can use the zoom buttons on the lower right side of the map to zoom in or out to street-level detail.
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. You will find live weather, local and world news further down the page.
Interactive Map of Fairmount, Colorado
How to Use This Fairmount, Colorado Map
This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Fairmount, Colorado. 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 to zoom in and out.
Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen for a larger view. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key on your keyboard, 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).
Drag the map to pan to any area of Colorado or beyond. Switch to Satellite view to see high-resolution aerial photography of Fairmount and surrounding areas, including streets, buildings, parks and waterways.
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. 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 Fairmount.
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 | Fairmount |
| State | Colorado (CO) |
| County | Jefferson |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Mountain Time (America/Denver) |
| Latitude | 39.788135 |
| Longitude | -105.185111 |
| Population | 9,902 |
| Density | 668.1 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
| ZIP Code(s) | 80403, 80002 |
| Area Code | 303, 720 |
| County Seat | Golden |
| School District | Jefferson County School District R-1 |
About Fairmount, Colorado
Fairmount is a locality in Jefferson County, Colorado, United States. It has a population of approximately 9,902. The population density is 668.1 people per km². Fairmount is located at 39.7881°N, 105.1851°W. It observes the Mountain Time (America/Denver) timezone. ZIP code: 80002.
Fairmount rests in a landscape where the vast, high plains begin their dramatic ascent toward the imposing wall of the Front Range mountains. It lies 3.0 miles northeast of Golden, CO (from Golden, CO: bearing 40°T), and is situated 8.0 miles northwest of Lakewood. The air here, thin and clear at altitude, carries the crisp scent of pine and, in September, the whisper of aspen gold. Snow often lingers on the highest peaks even into the warmth of July, a stark reminder of the rugged, mountainous terrain that defines Fairmount's western edge. The rivers that flow from these heights are often described as trout-bright, their cool waters a vital thread through the dry, interior continental air. The very bones of Fairmount speak of an Old West mining-town heritage, a history etched into the land by prospectors and pioneers. The history of Fairmount is deeply intertwined with the pursuit of precious metals, with the echoes of its mining past still resonating through its streets and structures. Early prosperity was built on the rich veins of ore discovered in the surrounding mountains, drawing a hardy populace seeking fortune and a new life. Today, while mining remains a part of the local economy, Fairmount has diversified, with industries like tourism and outdoor recreation playing an increasingly significant role. The town's economic pulse beats in time with the changing seasons, drawing visitors eager to explore the natural beauty and historical character of the region. This adaptability has allowed Fairmount to thrive, maintaining a connection to its roots while embracing the opportunities of the present. The cultural character of Fairmount is a blend of enduring frontier spirit and a quiet appreciation for the natural world that surrounds it. Residents often possess a practical resilience, a legacy of generations who contended with the challenges and rewards of mountain living. The quality of light at dusk, when the sun dips behind the peaks, casting long, dramatic shadows, is a daily spectacle that imbues the town with a serene beauty. A notable landmark is the old assay office, a sturdy stone building that once processed the wealth extracted from the earth, now serving as a museum. Local events often celebrate the heritage of the region, from summer rodeos to autumn harvest festivals that bring the community together.
Nearby Outdoor Places
- North Table Mountain /Argentine Mine / Clear Creek Legacy (Local Park) — 0.5 mi, 263° W
- North Table Mountain Park (Local Park) — 0.6 mi, 222° SW
- Arapahoe Park (Local Recreation) — 1.3 mi, 124° SE
- West Woods Golf Club (Local Recreation) — 1.7 mi, 354° N
- Ward Pond (State Conservation Area) — 2.5 mi, 097° E
- Cussler Museum (Museum) — 2.6 mi, 021° N
- Carl's Point (Viewpoint) — 2.8 mi, 155° SE
- Cameron's Dragon (Public Artwork) — 2.9 mi, 223° SW
- Rotary amphitheatre (Theatre) — 3.0 mi, 223° SW
- Denver Water (Local Resource Management Area) — 3.0 mi, 320° NW
- Mines Centennial Bellm (Monument) — 3.2 mi, 218° SW
- The Colorado School of Mines Geology Museum (Museum) — 3.3 mi, 220° SW
- Wine & Design (Arts Centre) — 3.8 mi, 160° S
- Regal UA Colorado Mills IMAX & RPX (Cinema) — 4.2 mi, 158° S
- Shopping Center Sign (Monument) — 4.4 mi, 180° S
- United States Marine Corps Memorial (Monument) — 4.4 mi, 185° S
- Little Star Gallery (Gallery) — 4.7 mi, 187° S
- Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum (Museum) — 4.7 mi, 187° S
- Two Ponds National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 5.2 mi, 050° NE · 140 acres
- Outdoor Cinema (Cinema) — 5.5 mi, 005° N
- Outdoor Amphitheater (Theatre) — 5.5 mi, 357° N
- Gallery 1874 (Gallery) — 5.5 mi, 082° E
- National Ice Core Lab (Attraction) — 5.6 mi, 144° SE
- Rocky Flats National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 5.7 mi, 360° N · 10k acres
- Art Center and Gallery (Gallery) — 5.9 mi, 066° NE
- Denver Federal Center Museum (Museum) — 5.9 mi, 143° SE
- Golden Gate Canyon State Park (State Park) — 8.8 mi, 299° NW
- Roosevelt National Forest (National Forest) — 12.7 mi, 302° NW · 814k acres
- Arapaho National Forest (National Forest) — 13.5 mi, 246° SW · 721k acres
- Mount Evans Wilderness (Wilderness Area) — 19.0 mi, 242° SW · 73k acres
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About This Fairmount Map Page
This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Fairmount, Colorado — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 39.788135, -105.185111. 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 Fairmount and Jefferson County.
Detailed location data for Fairmount includes the ZIP code (80403), telephone area code (303, 720), county seat of Jefferson County (Golden), and school district assignment (Jefferson County School District R-1). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.
Search Maps opens a second, independent map. It searches OpenStreetMap for any US town, county or landmark by name; offers USGS topographic maps and USGS aerial imagery as base layers; overlays a labelled U.S. National Grid (USNG) so the map can be read like a printed topographic quad; measures distance and grid, true and magnetic bearings between any two points; and takes a single GPS fix reporting your position as a USNG grid reference and as latitude and longitude. Map tiles require cell coverage, but a GPS position does not, so the coordinates remain correct even where the map cannot load.
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 Fairmount is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | September 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Map layers | Google Maps; © OpenStreetMap contributors; USGS The National Map topographic and aerial imagery (public domain); magnetic declination from NOAA NCEI (World Magnetic Model) |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. Location verified by proximity — not name matching alone. |
