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Dunkirk New York Map

Explore Dunkirk, 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 Dunkirk, New York

How to Use This Dunkirk, New York Map

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

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

Latitude	42.479502
Longitude	-79.333932
Population	12,743
Density	1082.3 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	14048
Area Code	716
County Seat	Mayville
School District	Dunkirk City School District

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About Dunkirk, New York

Dunkirk is a locality in Chautauqua County, New York, United States. It has a population of 12,743. The population density is 1082.3 people per km². Dunkirk is located at 42.4795°N, 79.3339°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. Dunkirk is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 14048.

Dunkirk serves as a quiet anchor upon the landscape of western New York, where the land stretches wide toward the horizon. It lies 6.5 miles north-northeast of Pomfret, NY (from Pomfret, NY: bearing 11°T), and is situated 2.7 miles north of Fredonia.

Crooked Brook carves a path through the terrain, its modest flow reflecting the shifting gray sky as it moves toward the nearby expanse of Lake Erie. Beyond the immediate settlement, the earth rises in subtle folds toward Dibble Hill, creating a horizon that feels both expansive and contained. Residents often walk the paths of Washington Park, finding a stillness that defines the tempo of the day. Five miles away, the depression of Dutch Hollow offers a change in elevation, while the distant, rushing energy of Shumla Falls provides a rare vertical contrast to the otherwise level plains. The air here carries a crisp, lingering chill that marks the transition of the seasons, grounding Dunkirk in a rhythm dictated by the land itself.

Industry has long shaped the character of Dunkirk, moving from early transit-focused roots to the steady hum of modern manufacturing. The local economy relies on a mixture of established production facilities and small-scale commerce that keeps the streets vital. Generations have labored in these workshops, forging a resilience that mirrors the sturdy, unadorned architecture found throughout the grid. Far from the frantic pulse of the state’s downstate density, work here proceeds with a deliberate, focused intensity. This commitment to craft remains a defining trait, ensuring that Dunkirk maintains its independence in an ever-shifting economic climate.

Dunkirk carries a distinct cultural identity, marked by a tradition of civic pride and an appreciation for community gatherings. Washington Park stands as a focal point for public life, hosting local events that bring neighbors together under the shade of mature trees. The spirit of the place is perhaps best embodied by the legacy of individuals like the journalist and broadcaster Bill O'Reilly, who spent formative years in the region, reflecting the area's capacity to shape public figures. Local life remains centered on these shared spaces and the quiet dignity of a well-maintained home. Whether during the heat of summer or the deep silence of winter, Dunkirk persists as a place where the focus remains squarely on the people who walk its streets each day.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Adams Art Gallery (Gallery) — 0.0 mi, 098° E
City Of Dunkirk Land (Local Park) — 0.1 mi, 070° E
Dunkirk Historical Museum (Museum) — 0.1 mi, 038° NE
Dunkirk City Lands (Local Resource Management Area) — 0.6 mi, 315° NW
Unknown Park (Local Park) — 0.6 mi, 285° W
Ong-Gwe-Ohn-Weh (Public Artwork) — 0.7 mi, 316° NW
Dunkirk City Pier (Attraction) — 0.7 mi, 350° N
Beach (Local Recreation) — 1.1 mi, 322° NW
South Buffalo North Side Light (Attraction) — 1.4 mi, 314° NW
Dedicated to Corporal Cyrus W. James (Monument) — 1.4 mi, 313° NW
Sarah Sinfield (Monument) — 1.4 mi, 314° NW
The Lighthouse Service (Monument) — 1.4 mi, 314° NW
Canadaway Creek Nature Sanctuary (State Recreation Area) — 1.5 mi, 256° W
Forever Wild Forest Trail Head (Nature Reserve) — 1.7 mi, 185° S
Lake Shore Savings Clock Tower (Attraction) — 1.8 mi, 185° S
Michael C Rockefeller Arts Center (Arts Centre) — 1.8 mi, 187° S
Marvel Theatre (Theatre) — 1.9 mi, 188° S
Bartlett Theatre (Theatre) — 1.9 mi, 187° S
Chautauqua County Lands (Local Resource Management Area) — 2.4 mi, 056° NE
Fredonia Opera House (Cinema) — 2.7 mi, 178° S
Lake Erie State Park (State Park) — 5.7 mi, 235° SW
Lakeerie (State Resource Management Area) — 5.7 mi, 235° SW
Canadaway Creek Wma (State Resource Management Area) — 7.4 mi, 152° SE
Boutwell Hill State Forest (State Conservation Area) — 11.1 mi, 144° SE
Evangola State Park (State Park) — 13.7 mi, 052° NE
Surroundings Art Gallery (Gallery) — 16.4 mi, 229° SW
Barcelona Harbor museum (Museum) — 16.4 mi, 234° SW
McClurg Museum (Museum) — 16.5 mi, 229° SW
Lake Shore Center for the Arts (Arts Centre) — 16.6 mi, 229° SW
Allegheny National Forest (National Forest) — 37.4 mi, 152° SE · 514k acres

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