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CityEast Shoreham
StateNew York (NY)
CountySuffolk County
CountryUnited States of America
TimezoneEastern Time (America/New_York)
Latitude40.944821
Longitude-72.879547
Population6,841
Density489.2 /km²
IncorporatedN/A
ZIP Codes11786, 11792
Area Code516
County SeatRiverhead
School DistrictShoreham-Wading River Central School District

About East Shoreham, New York

East Shoreham is a locality in Suffolk County, New York, United States. It has a population of approximately 6,841. The population density is 489.2 people per km². East Shoreham is located at 40.9448°N, 72.8795°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP codes: 11786, 11792.

East Shoreham unfolds across a landscape defined by the quiet interplay of woodland and open space, maintaining a subtle distance from the maritime edge. It lies 2.5 miles east-southeast of Rocky Point, NY (from Rocky Point, NY: bearing 103°T), and is situated 8.3 miles northeast of Coram. The topography remains grounded, characterized by the gentle depression of Scuttle Hole three miles away and the nearby, tranquil waters of Lake Panamoka. East Shoreham remains positioned within the reach of the Wading River, which winds through the terrain just one mile from the center. While the distant, hazy silhouette of the Appalachian Mountains waits far on the horizon, the immediate earth is shaped by the presence of the TOWN OF BROOKHAVENC/O DEPT OF FINANCE Land, which preserves the local wilderness. The air here carries a crisp, terrestrial weight, undisturbed by the tides of Mount Sinai Harbor seven miles to the north.

Early development in East Shoreham drew heavily upon the surrounding natural resources, fostering a modest economy rooted in land stewardship and local trade. Over time, the industries shifted from primary agricultural pursuits toward the professional and service sectors that now sustain the residents. East Shoreham has evolved alongside the regional infrastructure, reflecting the broader economic transitions observed throughout the state. Small-scale commerce and local enterprises provide the foundation for daily life, allowing for a steady, deliberate pace of growth. The transition from agrarian roots to contemporary residential use has left the character of the landscape largely intact, favoring a quiet suburban stability.

Cultural life in East Shoreham is defined by a deep appreciation for the surrounding environment and the quiet rhythms of the seasons. Residents often engage with the preserved spaces of the TOWN OF BROOKHAVENC/O DEPT OF FINANCE Land, finding solace in the dense canopy and the changing quality of light during the autumn months. While the area does not claim the legacy of world-renowned figures, it remains a place where the focus rests on the collective experience of its inhabitants. Local gatherings often center on the appreciation of the nearby Wading River, fostering a community identity tied to the local water and woods. The cultural atmosphere is one of understated endurance, where the absence of grand monuments allows the natural texture of the land to remain the primary landmark.

Nearby Outdoor Places

  • TOWN OF BROOKHAVENC/O DEPT OF FINANCE Land (Local Park) — 0.1 mi, 284° W
  • Shorewood Water Lands (Local Resource Management Area) — 0.4 mi, 333° NW
  • Shoreham Wading River School District Lands (State Conservation Area) — 0.4 mi, 142° SE
  • Unknown Park (Local Park) — 0.6 mi, 052° NE
  • Brookhaven State Park (State Park) — 0.8 mi, 176° S
  • 9/11 Memorial (Monument) — 0.9 mi, 279° W
  • Nikola Tesla (Public Artwork) — 1.0 mi, 279° W
  • Rocky Point Pine Barrens State Forest (State Conservation Area) — 1.4 mi, 248° W
  • Wading River Marsh (Kempf Preserve) (Conservation Area) — 1.4 mi, 044° NE
  • Brookhaven Town Lands (Local Conservation Area) — 1.7 mi, 199° S
  • Middle Island State Environmental Education Center (State Resource Management Area) — 2.7 mi, 195° S
  • Brookhaven Volunteer Firefighters Museum (Museum) — 2.9 mi, 165° S
  • Wildwood State Park (State Park) — 3.8 mi, 069° E
  • Veteran's memorial (Monument) — 4.8 mi, 279° W
  • Calverton Ponds Preserve (Nature Reserve) — 5.2 mi, 134° SE
  • North Country Preserve (Nature Reserve) — 5.8 mi, 279° W
  • Kelli Harkins Memorial (Monument) — 6.2 mi, 280° W
  • Chandler Estate (Historic Ruins) — 7.4 mi, 276° W
  • Splish Splash (Attraction) — 8.0 mi, 102° E
  • MovieLand Cinemas (Cinema) — 8.1 mi, 242° SW
  • Exit sign (Attraction) — 8.3 mi, 131° SE
  • PJ Cinemas (Cinema) — 8.7 mi, 258° W
  • Boulder (Attraction) — 8.8 mi, 125° SE
  • Wertheim National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 9.9 mi, 181° S · 7,995 acres
  • Muse Paintbar (Gallery) — 9.9 mi, 270° W
  • The Pennysaver Amphitheater at Bald Hill (Theatre) — 10.2 mi, 227° SW
  • Shea Theater (Theatre) — 11.5 mi, 235° SW
  • Penguin Exhibit (Aquarium) — 11.8 mi, 099° E
  • Fire Island National Seashore (National Lakeshore) — 11.9 mi, 168° S · 23k acres
  • Historic Lake Towers Hotel (Historic Ruins) — 14.8 mi, 239° SW

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About This East Shoreham Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of East Shoreham, New York. Coordinates: 40.944821, -72.879547. 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 East Shoreham includes the ZIP code (11786, 11792), telephone area code (516), county seat of Suffolk County (Riverhead), and school district assignment (Shoreham-Wading River Central School District).

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 generatedAugust 2026
Location dataSimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data
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