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Beacon New York Map

Explore Beacon, New York, 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.

Interactive Map of Beacon, New York

How to Use This Beacon, New York Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Beacon, New York. 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 York 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 Beacon.

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	Beacon
State	New York (NY)
County	Dutchess County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	41.504816
Longitude	-73.969583
Population	13,769
Density	1121.8 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	12508
Area Code	845
County Seat	Poughkeepsie
School District	Beacon City School District

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About Beacon, New York

Beacon is a locality in Dutchess County, New York, United States. It has a population of 13,769. The population density is 1121.8 people per km². Beacon is located at 41.5048°N, 73.9696°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. Beacon is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 12508.

Beacon presents a landscape defined by the persistent flow of the Fishkill Creek as it meanders through the terrain. It lies 2.1 miles east of Newburgh, NY (from Newburgh, NY: bearing 87°T), and is situated 3.4 miles northeast of New Windsor.

The proximity of City Of Beacon Land provides an immediate connection to the surrounding woods, while the distant Appalachian Mountains frame the horizon in a haze of soft, muted blue. Light at dusk catches the surface of the Beacon Reservoir, turning the water into a sheet of hammered silver that contrasts with the deep, shadowed greens of the trees. The terrain here is inland and quiet, shaped by the weight of the earth rather than the movement of any distant water. Those who walk the land find that the air feels thin and clear, carrying the sharp, clean scent of damp soil and ancient stone.

Beacon emerged from a tradition of manufacturing, where the clatter of machinery once defined the rhythm of the workweek. Early industries relied upon the power harnessed from the water, driving the wheels of textile mills and brickyards that fueled the regional economy. Over time, the physical footprint of these factories evolved, transitioning from heavy production into a space that supports a vibrant mix of creative studios and independent shops. This change in industry has altered the pace of life, replacing the singular focus of the factory whistle with the steady hum of a modern, service-oriented economy. The architecture of the older buildings remains as a reminder of the labor that once defined the identity of the people.

Beacon maintains a distinct cultural character that draws artists and thinkers who appreciate the understated beauty of the interior landscape. The Dia:Beacon museum stands as a significant landmark, housing expansive installations that find a natural resonance within the high-ceilinged, industrial spaces of the former printing factory. Cultural events often spill out into the streets, where the local community gathers to celebrate the changing seasons with a sense of quiet, communal pride. Pete Seeger, the renowned folk singer and activist, was a long-time resident who deeply influenced the social and environmental consciousness of the region through his dedication to stewardship. Such figures have helped shape a temperament that values both the creative spirit and the preservation of the land itself.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Beacon Performing Arts Center (Theatre) — 0.0 mi, 295° NW
City of Beacon War Memorial (Monument) — 0.2 mi, 129° SE
City Of Beacon Land (Local Park) — 0.2 mi, 020° N
Serious Comedy Theatre (Theatre) — 0.2 mi, 062° NE
Marion Royael Gallery (Gallery) — 0.4 mi, 306° NW
Memorial Park (Local Recreation) — 0.4 mi, 032° NE
Fishkill State Correctional Facility (State Resource Management Area) — 0.4 mi, 024° NE
Long Dock Park (Park) — 0.8 mi, 264° W
Mt. Beacon Gateway Park (State Park) — 0.9 mi, 148° SE
The Park At University Settlement Society (State Recreation Area) — 1.0 mi, 162° S
Hudson Highlands State Park Preserve (State Conservation Area) — 1.0 mi, 162° S
Verplank Landing - Mount Gulian (State Park) — 1.0 mi, 335° NW
Mount Culian (Monument) — 1.2 mi, 349° N
Town of Fishkill Land (Local Park) — 1.4 mi, 353° N
American revolution signal Beacon monument (Monument) — 1.7 mi, 131° SE
Scofield Ridge (Conservation Area) — 1.9 mi, 153° SE
Northgate Farm (Historic Ruins) — 4.0 mi, 174° S
Call 811 (Public Artwork) — 4.3 mi, 065° NE
Stern-Cornish Estate (Historic Ruins) — 4.6 mi, 181° S
Bull Hill (Viewpoint) — 4.7 mi, 171° S
National Purple Heart Hall of Honor (Museum) — 5.2 mi, 244° SW
New York State Lands (State Recreation Area) — 5.2 mi, 357° N
Magazzino (Museum) — 5.9 mi, 151° SE
Studio Tashtego (Gallery) — 6.0 mi, 173° S
Hudson Highlands Nature Center - Outdoor Discovery Campus (Museum) — 6.6 mi, 211° SW
Appalachian National Scenic Trail (National Trail) — 8.4 mi, 145° SE · 110k acres
Garrison Art Center (Arts Centre) — 8.5 mi, 172° S
West Point Museum (Museum) — 9.1 mi, 177° S
Great Buddha Hall (Museum) — 9.2 mi, 098° E
Iona Island Component Hudson River National Estuarine Research Reserve (Nature Reserve) — 14.1 mi, 182° S

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