Bearsville New York Map

About Bearsville, New York

Bearsville is a locality in Ulster County, New York, United States. It has a population of approximately 1,200. The population density is 120.0 people per km². Bearsville is located at 42.0406°N, 74.1551°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 12409.

Bearsville emerges from the rolling hills of Ulster County, a place where the Catskill Mountains begin to exhale their ancient, wooded breath. It lies 26.4 miles north-north-west of Poughkeepsie, NY (from Poughkeepsie, NY: bearing 333°T), and is situated 7.5 miles south-south-east of Edgewood. The air here carries the scent of pine needles and damp earth, a constant reminder of the dense forests that climb the slopes, their shadows deepening as the afternoon sun begins its slow descent. Roads wind like forgotten creeks, curving around outcrops of rock and through stands of mature trees, their branches reaching out like welcoming arms. The landscape feels alive, a living, breathing entity shaped by seasons of thaw and freeze, of abundant green and stark, skeletal branches against a pale winter sky. Here, the quiet hum of insects in summer gives way to the rustle of fallen leaves in autumn, a subtle symphony that underscores the unhurried pace of life. The echoes of a vibrant past resonate through Bearsville, a testament to its enduring spirit. Once a hub for the bluestone industry, the quarries that dotted this land have long since fallen silent, leaving behind a legacy of strong, stoic architecture and the ghosts of hardworking men. Today, Bearsville retains a creative pulse, a haven for artists and musicians drawn to its natural beauty and the freedom it inspires. The legendary Bearsville Theater, a beacon of local culture, has hosted countless performances, its stage bearing witness to generations of talent. The local economy, while diversified, still feels the subtle influence of the surrounding natural world, with small businesses and artisanal crafts contributing to the unique character of Bearsville. This is a place where the land and its history are not merely backdrop, but active participants in the ongoing story of the community.

About This Bearsville Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Bearsville, New York with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. 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 Bearsville and Ulster County.

Detailed location data for Bearsville includes the ZIP code (12409), telephone area code (845), county seat of Ulster County (Kingston), and school district assignment. 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 Bearsville is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.