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Brooklyn New York Map

Explore Brooklyn, 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 Brooklyn, New York

How to Use This Brooklyn, New York Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Brooklyn, 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 Brooklyn.

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

Latitude	42.344248
Longitude	-75.170447
Population	2,736,074
Density	15200.5 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Codes	13775, 11229
Area Code	607, 718, 347

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About Brooklyn, New York

Brooklyn is a locality in Kings County, New York, United States. With a population of 2,736,074, it is one of the largest cities in New York. The population density is 15200.5 people per km². Brooklyn is located at 42.3442°N, 75.1704°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP codes: 13775, 11229.

Brooklyn occupies a sprawling, dense urban landscape defined by an intricate interplay of human architecture and the encroaching tide of the nearby coast. The terrain itself is largely flat and industrious, though it holds pockets of quiet grace where the light at dusk settles softly against brick facades and iron fire escapes. Three miles from the open water of Mill Basin, the air carries a distinct saline quality that mingles with the scent of sun-baked pavement. Only a mile away, the surface of Prospect Park Lake mirrors the shifting sky, providing a calm center to the surrounding grid of streets, while the nearby P.S. 399 serves as a quiet anchor for the immediate environment. On the distant horizon, the faint, jagged silhouette of the Appalachian Mountains might be imagined by those looking far beyond the local skyline, though the immediate geography remains defined by the urban pulse and the nearby presence of Duck Island.

Dutch settlers first established the foundations of Brooklyn, carving a permanent foothold into the landscape as they sought to tame the wilder reaches of the coast. These early arrivals recognized the potential of the harbor, transforming the terrain from scattered settlements into a cohesive, thriving center of commerce and trade. Over the passing generations, the character of Brooklyn evolved through waves of migration, as families from across the globe arrived to seek their fortunes and build lives upon the solid earth. This history remains visible in the changing architectural styles that populate the blocks, where remnants of older, sturdier construction stand alongside modern developments, reflecting a long, iterative process of growth and reinvention that continues to shape the identity of the people who reside here.

Economic activity in Brooklyn thrives through a vast network of infrastructure that links local industries to the wider world, supporting a diverse array of professional pursuits. The presence of renowned universities provides a steady stream of intellectual energy, fostering innovation that feeds into the local creative and technical sectors. While the modern economy is dominated by digital media, design, and specialized services, the underlying grit of the city is supported by efficient transportation systems that move thousands of workers each day. From the bustling commercial corridors to the quieter, more specialized workshops, Brooklyn functions as a vital engine of productivity, balancing the demands of high-speed global commerce with the practical, everyday needs of its residents who navigate the grid with practiced ease.

Cultural life in Brooklyn is characterized by a vibrant, multifaceted energy that finds expression in everything from local festivals to the shared devotion of sports fans who gather to watch their teams compete. Major events draw crowds into the streets, filling the air with music and the sound of conversation, while world-class landmarks stand as silent observers to the relentless pace of change. Residents and visitors alike often find themselves gravitating toward the water, where the proximity to Mill Basin and the tranquil expanses of Riches Meadows offer a necessary respite from the intensity of urban living. Many individuals of significant cultural influence have called Brooklyn their home, leaving an indelible mark on the arts and literature that resonates far beyond these borders, ensuring that the spirit of the place remains as dynamic and enduring as the tides themselves.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Village Of Franklin Land (Local Park) — locality lies within
East Sidney Lake (Recreation Area) — 1.7 mi, 225° SW
Otsego County Lands (Local Conservation Area) — 4.0 mi, 301° NW
Wellsbridge Water Lands (Local Resource Management Area) — 4.4 mi, 310° NW
City Of Oneonta Land (Local Park) — 6.6 mi, 028° NE
Wright National Soccer Campus (Local Recreation) — 7.6 mi, 023° NE
Table Rock Outlook (Viewpoint) — 9.0 mi, 031° NE
Foothills Performing Arts Center (Theatre) — 9.3 mi, 037° NE
Schines Oneonta Theatre (Theatre) — 9.3 mi, 036° NE
Statue of Liberty Replica (Public Artwork) — 9.3 mi, 038° NE
Oneonta History Centre (Museum) — 9.4 mi, 036° NE
Pine Hill State Forest (State Conservation Area) — 9.5 mi, 239° SW
Southside Mall Cinema (Cinema) — 9.5 mi, 042° NE
Organ. Of Ancillary Services Lands (State Recreation Area) — 11.4 mi, 027° NE
Steam Mill State Forest (State Conservation Area) — 11.5 mi, 212° SW
Sidney Veterans Memorial Park (Monument) — 12.2 mi, 259° W
White Rock (Attraction) — 12.4 mi, 168° S
Robert V. Riddell State Park (State Park) — 13.6 mi, 053° NE
Bushel Collective (Arts Centre) — 13.7 mi, 110° E
Handen Covered Bridge (Monument) — 13.8 mi, 138° SE
Gilbert Lake State Park (State Park) — 15.7 mi, 006° N
Golf Driving Range (Attraction) — 19.1 mi, 264° W
Home of Squire Zachariah Tarble (Attraction) — 19.9 mi, 245° SW
Site of the Prophet Trial (Attraction) — 19.9 mi, 246° SW
Northeast Classic Car Museum (Museum) — 22.3 mi, 307° NW
Cat Hollow Legend (Monument) — 22.4 mi, 149° SE
6 On the Square (Arts Centre) — 22.8 mi, 287° W
Hancock-Chehocton Historical Society (Museum) — 27.4 mi, 192° S
Trout Brook Studios (Gallery) — 27.5 mi, 192° S
Big Indian Wilderness (State Wilderness) — 33.9 mi, 136° SE

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