Explore Colden, 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.
This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Colden, 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 Colden.
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 | Colden |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Erie County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| Latitude | 42.644227 |
| Longitude | -78.68475 |
| Population | 5,400 |
| Density | 120.0 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
| ZIP Code | 14033 |
| Area Code | 716 |
| County Seat | Buffalo |
Colden maintains a quiet presence amid the expansive landscape of Western New York, characterized by its inland position far from any oceanic influence. It lies 6.7 miles south-southeast of Ellicott, NY (from Ellicott, NY: bearing 159°T), and is situated 8.9 miles southeast of Hamburg. The West Branch Cazenovia Creek carves a winding path through the local terrain, offering a steady, flowing rhythm to the landscape. Beyond the immediate banks, the geography rises into gentle inclines, while the deeper depressions of Hayes Hollow provide a distinct contrast to the higher ground. Residents enjoy the proximity of the Town Recreation Park Land, which serves as a central point for outdoor activity. From the higher elevations, one might glimpse the distant silhouette of Cream Ridge on the horizon, anchoring the view in a vast, terrestrial frame.
Colden emerged from the labor of early settlers who recognized the potential of the fertile soil and timber resources. The local economy traditionally relied upon these natural assets, fostering a culture of self-reliance that persists in the small-scale agricultural and artisanal ventures of today. Commerce here avoids the frantic pace of urban centers, favoring a steady output that mirrors the deliberate flow of the nearby creek. While the Erie County Reforestation Area stands as a reminder of the region’s commitment to land stewardship, the surrounding industries remain modest and integrated into the rural environment. This economic stability allows the inhabitants to focus on the preservation of their shared resources and the careful management of the local land.
Cultural life in Colden is defined by a deep appreciation for seasonal transitions and the quiet intimacy of rural living. The Orchard Park Reservoir, located only a short distance away, provides a reflective surface that captures the changing light of the afternoon sky. Community gatherings often center on the Town Recreation Park Land, where neighbors organize local events that celebrate the specific character of their shared home. Though the region is often seen as a place of tranquil reflection, it has seen individuals like the legendary musician Rick James pass through its broader cultural orbit, leaving behind a legacy that contrasts with the area's stillness. Life in Colden moves with a measured cadence, ensuring that the identity of the place remains firmly rooted in the simple, honest beauty of its surroundings.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Colden, New York. Coordinates: 42.644227, -78.68475. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.
Detailed location data for Colden includes the ZIP code (14033), telephone area code (716), county seat of Erie County (Buffalo), and school district assignment.
Search Maps opens a second, independent map. It searches OpenStreetMap for any US town, county or landmark by name; offers USGS topographic maps and USGS aerial imagery as base layers; overlays a labelled U.S. National Grid (USNG) so the map can be read like a printed topographic quad; measures distance and grid, true and magnetic bearings between any two points; and takes a single GPS fix reporting your position as a USNG grid reference and as latitude and longitude. Map tiles require cell coverage, but a GPS position does not, so the coordinates remain correct even where the map cannot load.
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | September 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Map layers | Google Maps; © OpenStreetMap contributors; USGS The National Map topographic and aerial imagery (public domain); magnetic declination from NOAA NCEI (World Magnetic Model) |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |