Norfolk County Ontario Map

About Norfolk County, Ontario

Norfolk County is a town in Norfolk, Ontario, Canada. It is classified as a city. Norfolk County is located at 42.8033°N, 80.4086°W.

Norfolk County unfolds across a landscape shaped by its proximity to Lake Erie, where gentle slopes give way to fertile plains, a character that has long defined its agricultural heart. It lies 8.8 km west-south-west of Simcoe, ON (from Simcoe, ON: bearing 241°T), and is situated 8.5 km south-east of Delhi. This land, once traversed by Indigenous peoples, later welcomed European settlers drawn to its rich soil, establishing a history rooted in farming and resourcefulness. The economy here thrives on the bounty of the earth, with vast fields of tobacco, corn, soybeans, and specialty crops painting the countryside, often under skies that hold a particular, soft luminosity at the close of day. The Grand River, a vital artery, winds through parts of the county, its presence a quiet reminder of the water’s enduring influence, while the shore of Lake Erie offers a refreshing breeze and a sense of expansive possibility. The cultural character of Norfolk County is one of quiet resilience and deep-seated community pride, a spirit perhaps best observed in the unpretentious charm of its towns and villages. While no single landmark universally dominates, the Simcoe Compound, a historic former asylum, stands as a stark architectural testament to a bygone era, hinting at layers of stories. Educational pursuits are fostered at institutions like the Fanshawe College Norfolk Campus, nurturing local talent, and the region's sporting passion often finds expression in community leagues and the loyal support of its minor hockey teams. Major annual events, such as the Norfolk County Fair & Horse Show, draw crowds eager to celebrate local heritage and agricultural achievements, reflecting the enduring connection to the land that defines many of Norfolk County's notable individuals.

About This Norfolk County Map Page

Explore Norfolk County, Ontario, Canada, with an embedded street and satellite map — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 42.803333, -80.408611. Live weather conditions and 7-day forecasts — including hourly outlooks — are provided through Open-Meteo, while real-time local and world news feeds help keep the page current. Wikipedia and editorial summaries provide additional local information and context.

Detailed location data for Norfolk County includes the postal code (N4B), telephone area code (226, 249, 289, 343, 365, 382, 416, 437, 519, 548, 613, 647, 705, 742, 807, 905). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Canadian city or town.

Location data for Norfolk County is sourced from the Canadian Geographical Names Database (CGN), Natural Resources Canada, and verified by coordinates rather than name matching alone. GPS coordinates, province, administrative location and place type are shown in the information panel above.