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Darien New York Map

Explore Darien, 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 Darien, New York

How to Use This Darien, New York Map

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

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

Latitude	42.902004
Longitude	-78.350297
Population	8,600
Density	120.0 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Code	14040
Area Code	716
County Seat	Batavia

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About Darien, New York

Darien is a locality in Genesee County, New York, United States. It has a population of approximately 8,600. The population density is 120.0 people per km². Darien is located at 42.9020°N, 78.3503°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 14040.

Darien possesses a landscape defined by the quiet persistence of Murder Creek, which carves its path through the terrain with a deliberate, winding grace. It lies 10.6 miles southwest of Batavia, NY (from Batavia, NY: bearing 231°T), and is situated 7.9 miles south-southeast of Pembroke. The land surrounding Darien unfolds in a series of modest elevations that soften the horizon, offering a view of the distant Limestone Ledge to the south. Visitors often find themselves drawn to the stillness of the Darien Town Lands, where the air holds a crisp, earthen clarity that shifts with the turning seasons. Beyond the immediate fields, the proximity to the Akron Reservoir provides a tranquil point of reflection for the local wildlife. Evenings here are marked by a particular quality of light, a pale gold that settles over the fields long before the shadows grow deep.

Settlement in Darien emerged from the agricultural potential of the soil, anchoring a local economy that has long favored the steady rhythms of farming and regional commerce. Generations have cultivated these acres, transforming the earth into a patchwork of productivity that sustains the daily life of the residents. While industry has evolved over the decades, the reliance on the land remains a constant, grounding the spirit of the people in the reality of the harvest. The proximity to Ewell Gulf further influences the regional climate, creating a micro-environment that encourages a resilient variety of crops. This dedication to the land creates a practical, industrious atmosphere where the focus remains on the tangible output of one’s own labor.

Cultural expression in Darien is often quiet, found in the shared traditions that echo through the Darien Town Lands during community gatherings. The local spirit is defined by a deep-seated appreciation for the unassuming beauty of the countryside, rather than a need for grand spectacles. Landmarks such as the nearby Johnson Falls serve as local markers of time, their seasonal changes mirroring the pace of life for those who call the area home. While the region remains largely private, it has served as a place of origin for several notable figures, including the influential musician and composer Lou Reed, who was born in this part of the state. Such individuals carry with them the quiet intensity of the landscape, an influence that often manifests in their pursuit of craft and distinction. The rhythm of the days here is measured not by the clock, but by the subtle transitions of the light across the fields and the movement of the water.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Darien Town Lands (Local Park) — 0.5 mi, 179° S
Akron Village Of Water Land (Local Park) — 1.9 mi, 183° S
Darien Lakes State Park (State Park) — 2.1 mi, 290° W
Mind Eraser (Attraction) — 2.3 mi, 315° NW
Grizzly Run (Attraction) — 2.3 mi, 318° NW
Rowdy's Heave-Ho! (Attraction) — 2.4 mi, 318° NW
Viper (Attraction) — 2.4 mi, 319° NW
Field Of Dreams (Local Recreation) — 3.7 mi, 092° E
Attica State Correctional Facility (State Resource Management Area) — 4.8 mi, 128° SE
Groveland Secondary Trailway (State Recreation Area) — 5.3 mi, 089° E
Holland Purchase (Monument) — 7.7 mi, 008° N
Monument (Monument) — 8.5 mi, 343° N
Carlton Hill Mua (State Resource Management Area) — 9.6 mi, 113° SE
Akron Falls (Viewpoint) — 10.3 mi, 319° NW
Holland Land Office Museum (Museum) — 10.5 mi, 050° NE
Batavia Showtime (Cinema) — 10.8 mi, 051° NE
Rolling Hills (Monument) — 11.1 mi, 097° E
Lancaster NIKE Base (Historic Ruins) — 12.6 mi, 279° W
Westwood Park (State Park) — 13.0 mi, 270° W
Statue of the Blessed Virgin Mary (Public Artwork) — 13.3 mi, 256° W
Iroquois National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 14.2 mi, 001° N · 22k acres
Rusty Stove (Historic Ruins) — 15.4 mi, 185° S
Spotlight Theater (Cinema) — 15.7 mi, 135° SE
Toy Town Museum (Museum) — 16.0 mi, 236° SW
ATA Performing Arts Center (Theatre) — 17.9 mi, 284° W
Open-air ampitheater (Theatre) — 19.1 mi, 266° W
Buffalo AKG Art Museum (Museum) — 19.4 mi, 277° W
Erie Canal (State Recreation Area) — 22.1 mi, 355° N

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