Free Printable California Map with Cities

Free printable map of California showing 25 cities and towns, the state capital Sacramento, and county boundaries. Perfect for geography study, classroom use, and reference.

Capital: Sacramento 58 Counties Golden State
California Map with Cities - free printable
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About This California Map

This free printable map of California labels 25 cities and towns, from the largest (Los Angeles, San Diego, San Jose, San Francisco, Fresno) to smaller towns in every part of the state. The state capital, Sacramento, is marked with a ringed dot. County boundaries are shown as light lines for geographic context. California, known as the "Golden State," has 58 counties.

How to Print

Click "Download PDF" for a print-ready file that automatically fits US Letter paper (8.5" × 11") with proper margins. Or download the high-resolution PNG to use in presentations, worksheets, or other documents.

Classroom Ideas

Use this map as a study reference or desk reference for California geography. Pair it with our blank California map for testing — students label cities and the capital from memory, then check against this reference.

All 25 Cities and Towns on This Map

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the largest cities in California?

The largest cities in California by population include Los Angeles, San Diego, San Jose, San Francisco, Fresno. The state capital is Sacramento.

What is the capital of California?

The capital of California is Sacramento. It is marked with a ringed dot on this map.

What paper size should I use to print this map?

This map is designed for standard US Letter paper (8.5" × 11"). The PDF download automatically fits the map to your page with proper margins.

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