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East Rockaway New York Map

Explore East Rockaway, 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 East Rockaway, New York

How to Use This East Rockaway, New York Map

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

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	East Rockaway
State	New York (NY)
County	Nassau County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	40.642048
Longitude	-73.669575
Population	10,159
Density	3853.1 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	11518
Area Code	516
County Seat	Mineola
School District	East Rockaway Union Free School District

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About East Rockaway, New York

East Rockaway is a locality in Nassau County, New York, United States. It has a population of 10,159. The population density is 3853.1 people per km². East Rockaway is located at 40.6420°N, 73.6696°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. East Rockaway is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 11518.

East Rockaway maintains a quiet presence where the gentle flow of Thixton Creek defines the local topography. It lies 3.9 miles west-southwest of Hampton Bays, NY (from Hampton Bays, NY: bearing 240°T), and is situated 6.8 miles southeast of Riverhead. The landscape remains defined by its proximity to the Atlantic Ocean, which exerts a subtle influence on the shifting tides and the salt-heavy air that settles over the streets at dusk. To the north, the terrain rises toward the distant Appalachian Mountains, though these giants remain only a faint suggestion on the horizon. Residents often find respite in Memorial Park, a green space that anchors the neighborhood and provides a canopy of shade against the summer sun. Nearby, the water of Grant Pond reflects the changing sky, while the marshy silhouette of Hawlett Hassock marks the transition toward the North Meadow.

East Rockaway carries the weight of a long-standing maritime heritage that once relied heavily on the harvesting of shellfish and the steady movement of vessels. Over time, the local economy shifted from these traditional trades toward a diverse collection of small businesses and service industries that support the daily needs of its inhabitants. The rhythm of commerce here is steady, echoing the industrious spirit of a place that grew alongside the regional development of the downstate corridor. While large-scale manufacturing has receded, the pride of local craftsmanship remains visible in the well-maintained storefronts and residential architecture. Each morning, the pulse of the workday begins with a persistent, quiet energy that reflects the broader economic engine of the state.

East Rockaway fosters a cultural identity that balances a deep sense of neighborly connection with the complexities of modern suburban life. Memorial Park serves as the site for seasonal gatherings where the community observes the passage of time through local events and shared celebrations. The character of the people is marked by a resilience often found in settlements that have weathered the changing tides of history. Notable figures such as the actor Ray Romano spent formative years within this environment, absorbing the particular cadence of life that defines the local experience. Whether walking through the quiet lanes or observing the activities near the water, one feels the distinct continuity of a place that values its own specific legacy above the noise of the outside world.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Veterans Memorial Plaza (Monument) — 0.3 mi, 106° E
Henri Charpentier (Monument) — 0.4 mi, 348° N
Santo Padre Pio (Monument) — 0.5 mi, 016° N
TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD Land (Local Park) — 0.9 mi, 177° S
Cask Foundation (Gallery) — 0.9 mi, 353° N
COUNTY OF NASSAU Land (Local Park) — 1.0 mi, 281° W
Regal Cinemas 13 (Cinema) — 1.1 mi, 354° N
Hempstead Lake State Park (State Park) — 2.0 mi, 025° NE
Oceanside Landing Waterway Access Site (State Recreation Area) — 2.3 mi, 118° SE
Malvern Cinema & Arts Center (Cinema) — 2.4 mi, 002° N
Valley Stream State Park (State Park) — 2.7 mi, 334° NW
Central Theatre (Theatre) — 3.3 mi, 243° SW
Madison Theatre (Theatre) — 3.8 mi, 036° NE
Wilbur Arts Center (Arts Centre) — 3.9 mi, 036° NE
Lido Beach Wildlife Management Area (National Conservation Area) — 4.2 mi, 140° SE · 46 acres
Nautical Mile (Attraction) — 4.6 mi, 097° E
Woodcleft Scenic Pier (Viewpoint) — 4.8 mi, 102° E
African American Museum (Museum) — 5.2 mi, 025° NE
Lost and Found: An Excavation Project (Public Artwork) — 5.4 mi, 026° NE
Gateway National Recreation Area (National Recreation Area) — 5.9 mi, 254° W · 47k acres
US Army Corps of Engineers Survey Point (Attraction) — 6.0 mi, 125° SE
The Floral Park Historical Society Museum & Archives (Museum) — 6.0 mi, 342° N
Rockaway Beach - Arverne Shorebird Preserve (Nature Reserve) — 6.8 mi, 238° SW
Jones Beach Energy & Nature Center (Museum) — 7.0 mi, 125° SE
Nassau County Firefighters Museum (Museum) — 7.0 mi, 032° NE
Oyster Bay National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 17.1 mi, 023° NE · 6,772 acres
Congressman Lester Wolff Oyster Bay National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 17.1 mi, 023° NE · 3,365 acres

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