Explore Old Tappan, New Jersey, 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.
This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Old Tappan, New Jersey. 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 New Jersey 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 Old Tappan.
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 | Old Tappan |
| State | New Jersey (NJ) |
| County | Bergen County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| Latitude | 41.023305 |
| Longitude | -73.984223 |
| Population | 5,888 |
| Density | 685.8 /km² |
| Incorporated | Yes |
| ZIP Code | 07675 |
| Area Code | 201, 551 |
| County Seat | Hackensack |
| School District | Northern Valley Regional School District |
Old Tappan preserves a quiet dignity across its landscape, defined by the stillness of Lake Tappan that anchors the local horizon. It lies 2.5 miles east-northeast of Westwood, NJ (from Westwood, NJ: bearing 58°T), and is situated 7.3 miles northwest of Yonkers. This expanse of water reflects the changing sky, offering a mirror for the migrating birds that traverse the air above the trees. Washington Woods provides a sanctuary of green space, where the interplay of light and shadow creates a sanctuary for those seeking a moment of respite. Beyond the immediate reach of the shoreline, the terrain shifts into a gentle topography that feels both intimate and expansive. The proximity to the Hackensack River ensures that the earth remains nourished, sustaining the lush growth that characterizes the perimeter of Old Tappan.
History in Old Tappan resonates through the legacy of early agrarian settlers who recognized the value of the fertile soil and abundant water. The local economy evolved from these foundational roots into a modern residential landscape where commerce supports the daily needs of inhabitants. Specialized industries and professional services now define the working rhythm, replacing the older reliance on traditional farming. While the influence of larger metropolitan centers remains present, the internal character of the region is shaped by those who prefer a measured, productive pace. Old Tappan maintains a sense of autonomy, balancing the demands of contemporary life with a steady respect for its own origins.
Cultural life in Old Tappan is marked by a deep sense of neighborly connection and a shared appreciation for the local environment. Residents often gather near the landmarks that define the identity of the area, finding common ground in the traditions that persist through the years. The Shore Trail offers a path for reflection, allowing travelers to observe the natural beauty of the region at a slower cadence. Though the pace is deliberate, the influence of the wider world arrives through the occasional presence of notable individuals like the journalist Mike Wallace, who once resided here. Such figures have contributed to the intellectual vitality of the area, leaving an imprint on the collective memory of the people.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Old Tappan, New Jersey. Coordinates: 41.023305, -73.984223. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.
Detailed location data for Old Tappan includes the ZIP code (07675), telephone area code (201, 551), county seat of Bergen County (Hackensack), and school district assignment (Northern Valley Regional School District).
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. 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. |