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Cairo New York Map

Explore Cairo, 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 Cairo, New York

How to Use This Cairo, New York Map

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

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

Latitude	42.305175
Longitude	-74.01183
Population	1,368
Density	124.9 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Code	12413
Area Code	845
County Seat	Catskill
School District	Cairo-Durham Central School District

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About Cairo, New York

Cairo is a locality in Greene County, New York, United States. It has a population of approximately 1,368. The population density is 124.9 people per km². Cairo is located at 42.3052°N, 74.0118°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 12413.

Cairo occupies a landscape defined by the persistent flow of the Shingle Kill, which carves its way through the local terrain with quiet purpose. It lies 8.9 miles northwest of Catskill, NY (from Catskill, NY: bearing 310°T), and is situated 7.1 miles southeast of East Durham. The surrounding topography is dominated by the proximity of the Catskill Mountains to the west, casting long, purple shadows as the sun dips low during the late afternoon. Residents often find themselves looking toward the Sandy Plain, a distinctive valley that provides a stark, open contrast to the dense, wooded patches found elsewhere in the vicinity. For those seeking a moment of stillness, Rockefeller Lake offers a reflective surface that mirrors the changing colors of the sky. The Town Of Cairo Land serves as a vital expanse for the public, ensuring that the natural character of the region remains accessible to all who wander its trails.

Agriculture and small-scale trade have historically anchored the livelihood of those living in Cairo, shaping a local economy that values resilience and steady labor. Early settlers recognized the utility of the nearby waterways, utilizing the natural power of the environment to support milling and basic manufacturing needs. Over time, the focus shifted toward a balance of service-oriented businesses and seasonal tourism, drawing visitors who appreciate the uncomplicated pace of the interior. The local industry maintains a modest footprint, favoring workshops and storefronts that serve the immediate needs of neighbors rather than large-scale corporate expansion. This economic rhythm allows Cairo to maintain a sense of autonomy, where the success of a business is often tied directly to the patronage and trust of the people who reside there.

Cultural life in Cairo is marked by a deep appreciation for the changing seasons and the quiet traditions that define the calendar year. Residents frequently gather for local events that emphasize community connection, often highlighting the craftsmanship and agricultural yields of the surrounding region. The presence of Glen Falls draws those interested in the subtle, raw beauty of the landscape, providing a destination for quiet contemplation away from the noise of more populated corridors. While the area is not defined by the influence of global celebrities, it has fostered a grounded identity that prizes self-reliance and the simple elegance of rural living. Cairo remains a place where the passage of time is measured not by grand spectacles, but by the slow, deliberate turn of the seasons across the fields and forests.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Cairo Nature Center (Local Conservation Area) — 0.5 mi, 283° W
Town Of Cairo Land (Local Park) — 0.5 mi, 133° SE
Angelo Canna Town Park (Local Recreation) — 0.5 mi, 134° SE
Cairo Lockwood State Forest (State Conservation Area) — 1.7 mi, 017° N
Windham-Blackhead Range Wilderness (State Wilderness) — 3.3 mi, 235° SW
Falls view (Viewpoint) — 3.6 mi, 192° S
Village Of Catskill Water Land (Local Park) — 4.8 mi, 064° NE
Border Katerskill / Ns Lake Camp (State Resource Management Area) — 6.1 mi, 193° S
Early Sawmill (Monument) — 6.3 mi, 352° N
North/South Lake Campground (State Recreation Area) — 6.4 mi, 190° S
Eleazer Knowles (Monument) — 6.4 mi, 352° N
Kaaterskill Wild Forest (State Conservation Area) — 6.6 mi, 184° S
Edwin L Drake (Monument) — 7.7 mi, 356° N
Otis Railroad Trestle (Historic Ruins) — 7.7 mi, 186° S
Stone House (Historic Ruins) — 8.0 mi, 197° S
Mountain Top Historical Society (Museum) — 8.7 mi, 208° SW
Greene County Historical Society (Museum) — 8.9 mi, 072° E
Bronck House Museum (Museum) — 8.9 mi, 072° E
Bridge Street Theatre (Theatre) — 9.5 mi, 130° SE
Cone Zero Ceramics School (Arts Centre) — 9.6 mi, 129° SE
Lumberyard Contemporary Performing Arts (Arts Centre) — 9.6 mi, 129° SE
Lookout Gallery (Gallery) — 9.8 mi, 219° SW
New York State Lands (State Park) — 10.6 mi, 123° SE
Coxsackie Theatre (Theatre) — 11.5 mi, 074° E
Hudson River National Estuarine Research Reserve (Marine Protected Area) — 11.9 mi, 073° E
Little Bird Gallery (Gallery) — 12.3 mi, 239° SW
Piano Performance Museum (Museum) — 12.3 mi, 239° SW
Mountain Cinema (Cinema) — 12.3 mi, 239° SW
Hunter-West Kill Wilderness (State Wilderness) — 12.6 mi, 229° SW
Rip Van Winkle (Public Artwork) — 13.4 mi, 237° SW

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