Explore Erwin, 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 Erwin, 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 Erwin.
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 | Erwin |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Steuben County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| Latitude | 42.156626 |
| Longitude | -77.125506 |
| Population | 8,200 |
| Density | 120.0 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
| ZIP Code | 14870 |
| Area Code | 607 |
| County Seat | Bath |
Erwin occupies a landscape defined by the quiet persistence of inland geography, where the terrain unfolds in a series of subtle elevations and verdant depressions. It lies 3.8 miles west-northwest of Corning, NY (from Corning, NY: bearing 285°T), and is situated 9.8 miles west of Big Flats. The Cohocton River meanders through the region, providing a rhythmic pulse to the land just one mile from the center of activity. To the west, the gentle descent into Weaver Hollow offers a sheltered basin that captures the long, golden light of late afternoons. Those seeking the stillness of deeper woods often find solace within the boundaries of Erwin Wma, where the natural world remains largely undisturbed. A short journey leads to the tranquil edges of Erwin Pond, a small body of water that mirrors the shifting grays and blues of the sky above. While the distant Appalachian Mountains provide a faint, jagged silhouette on the furthest horizon, the immediate surroundings remain defined by these intimate, localized features.
Erwin emerged from the labor of early settlers who recognized the potential of the fertile soil and the steady flow of the nearby waterways. The local economy transitioned over generations from agrarian roots to a more diversified industrial base, reflecting the broader economic shifts of the surrounding region. Manufacturing and logistics have long played a role in maintaining the stability of the workforce, grounding the inhabitants in a tradition of steady, tangible output. This history of industry is etched into the infrastructure, where the remnants of past enterprises suggest a legacy of careful development and adaptation. Even as modern commerce evolves, the pragmatic spirit of the original pioneers remains a core component of the regional identity. The quiet, industrious rhythm of daily life continues to move forward with a deliberate and measured pace.
Erwin maintains a cultural character shaped by a profound sense of regional continuity and a respect for the land that sustains it. Residents often gather to appreciate the seasonal transitions, finding beauty in the stark clarity of winter or the vibrant regrowth that follows the spring thaw. While major landmarks are few, the simple presence of natural sites like the distant Bear Falls provides a destination for those who value the quiet majesty of moving water. The cultural life of the area is not defined by grand spectacles, but rather by the consistent, understated engagement of its people with their immediate environment. Prominent figures associated with the wider region have occasionally emerged from these parts, though the collective focus remains on the quiet dignity of everyday existence. Whether participating in local seasonal observances or simply enjoying the crisp air of a clear morning, the people of Erwin demonstrate a lasting commitment to their home.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Erwin, New York. Coordinates: 42.156626, -77.125506. 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 Erwin includes the ZIP code (14870), telephone area code (607), county seat of Steuben County (Bath), 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. |