Akwesasne New York Map

About Akwesasne, New York

Akwesasne is a locality in Franklin County, New York, United States. It has a population of approximately 4,089. The population density is 38.4 people per km². Akwesasne is located at 44.9786°N, 74.6826°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 13683.

Akwesasne unfolds along the St. Lawrence River, a broad, shimmering ribbon that defines its northern edge, its waters reflecting the vast, often dramatic skies of this northern latitude. It lies 80.1 miles west-north-west of Burlington, VT (from Burlington, VT: bearing 296°T), and is situated 9.2 miles west of Fort Covington. The land itself is a mosaic of fertile fields, patches of dense woodland where the air hangs cool and still even on warm days, and scattered settlements that seem to emerge organically from the terrain. The river, a constant presence, shapes the very character of Akwesasne, its currents a subtle yet persistent rhythm beneath the surface of everyday life. Here, the horizon stretches wide, punctuated by the occasional silhouette of a barn or a stand of mature trees, and the light, particularly in the lingering hours of dusk, can cast a golden, almost ethereal glow over the landscape. The history of Akwesasne is deeply intertwined with the St. Lawrence, a vital artery for trade and passage for centuries, and the traditional homeland of the Mohawk people. This enduring connection to the land and river has fostered a distinct cultural identity, one that honors ancestral ways while navigating the currents of modern life. The local economy, historically rooted in agriculture and the bounty of the river, now encompasses a diverse range of enterprises, from small businesses that serve the immediate needs of residents to initiatives that leverage the unique heritage of Akwesasne. The air here often carries the scent of woodsmoke, a comforting reminder of age-old practices, and the pace of life, though varied across its different hamlets, generally favors a more deliberate, thoughtful approach, a quiet strength born from generations of resilience and connection to this particular corner of the world.

About This Akwesasne Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Akwesasne, New York — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 44.97859, -74.682645. 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 Akwesasne and Franklin County.

Detailed location data for Akwesasne includes the ZIP code (13655), telephone area code (315), county seat of Franklin County (Malone), and school district assignment (Salmon River Central 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 Akwesasne is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.