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Glenmont New York Map

Explore Glenmont, 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 Glenmont, New York

How to Use This Glenmont, New York Map

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

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

Latitude	42.604802
Longitude	-73.769566
Population	5,200
Density	480.0 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Code	12077
Area Code	518
County Seat	Albany

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About Glenmont, New York

Glenmont is a locality in Albany County, New York, United States. It has a population of approximately 5,200. The population density is 480.0 people per km². Glenmont is located at 42.6048°N, 73.7696°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 12077.

Glenmont occupies a quiet expanse of land defined by the steady, persistent presence of the Normans Kill as it winds toward the larger regional waterways. It lies 3.4 miles south-southwest of Albany, NY (from Albany, NY: bearing 192°T), and is situated 9.4 miles south-southwest of Troy. The terrain rises in subtle, verdant swells that catch the amber light of late afternoon, casting long shadows across fields that have been worked for generations. From higher ground, the distant, hazy silhouettes of the Catskill Mountains provide a permanent, quiet backdrop to the horizon. Residents often find solace in the nearby Papscanee Island County Nature Preserve, a tranquil stretch of land within the Papscanee Island basin that remains largely undisturbed by modern noise. Further inland, the waters of Frothingham Lake offer a reflective surface that mirrors the shifting colors of the changing seasons. The air here carries the crisp, clean scent of earth and nearby woodland, grounding the daily experience of those who call Glenmont home.

Glenmont emerged from a long history of agrarian roots, transitioning over time into a hub that balances residential life with a modest, functional local economy. Early settlers recognized the utility of the nearby streams, which once powered small mills and supported the initial trade that allowed the population to take hold. Today, the local industry remains diverse, supported by a mix of logistics, specialized services, and professional enterprises that benefit from the proximity to regional transit arteries. The influence of the broader Capital District economy is felt in the steady rhythm of commerce, where small businesses and larger firms operate side by side. While the landscape has evolved, the connection to the land remains a quiet thread, with pockets of open space serving as reminders of the agricultural heritage that first defined the area. Glenmont continues to foster an environment where work and domestic life maintain a measured, steady balance.

Cultural character in Glenmont is defined by a sense of neighborly focus and a deep appreciation for the natural beauty that surrounds the regional landscape. Community life often centers around local gatherings and seasonal events that draw people together, emphasizing a shared pride in the local surroundings. While the region is quiet, it remains connected to the broader intellectual and cultural energy of the state, benefiting from the proximity to institutions that prioritize education and public discourse. Visitors and residents alike occasionally venture out to observe the seasonal flow of Horton Falls, which marks a notable point of interest within the broader geographic reach. Though the area is modest in its public profile, it maintains a dignified identity, favoring substance and community continuity over spectacle. Glenmont stands as a place where the daily pulse is felt in the small, consistent interactions of people who value their place in the landscape.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Papscanee Island County Nature Preserve (Local Recreation) — 1.1 mi, 140° SE
Mohawk Hudson Land Conservancy Land (Conservation Area) — 1.3 mi, 303° NW
Open Space Institute Land (Conservation Area) — 1.7 mi, 276° W
City of Albany Land (Local Park) — 2.1 mi, 356° N
Papscanee Island Nature Preserve (Nature Reserve) — 2.3 mi, 153° SE
Town of East Greenbush Land (Local Park) — 2.4 mi, 061° NE
Rensselaer Riverfront Park (State Park) — 2.5 mi, 025° NE
First Plastic (Monument) — 2.6 mi, 341° N
Hook & Ladder #4 (Monument) — 2.6 mi, 348° N
U Haul Truck (Public Artwork) — 2.7 mi, 020° N
Moh-He-Con-Nuck Nature Preserve (Nature Reserve) — 2.7 mi, 176° S
Civil War Memorial (Monument) — 2.7 mi, 028° NE
Dutch Apple Cruises (Attraction) — 2.7 mi, 021° N
New York State Executive Mansion Tour (Attraction) — 2.9 mi, 009° N
Alice Moore Black Arts & Cultural Center (Arts Centre) — 2.9 mi, 015° N
Fort Orange (Historic Ruins) — 2.9 mi, 020° N
Clark Auditorium (Theatre) — 3.1 mi, 007° N
Huxley Theater (Theatre) — 3.1 mi, 007° N
Erastus Corning Tower Observation Deck (Viewpoint) — 3.1 mi, 010° N
International Professional Wrestling Hall of Fame (Museum) — 3.1 mi, 015° N
Albany Firefighters Museum (Museum) — 3.1 mi, 018° N
Little Gallery (Gallery) — 3.3 mi, 348° N
Fort Frederick (Historic Ruins) — 3.3 mi, 014° N
The Throop Museum (Museum) — 3.3 mi, 352° N
Schodack Island State Park (State Park) — 5.5 mi, 175° S
Albany Pine Bush Preserve (State Conservation Area) — 7.8 mi, 331° NW
Champlain Canal (State Recreation Area) — 9.0 mi, 024° NE
Erie Canal (State Recreation Area) — 11.5 mi, 352° N
Green Mountain National Forest (National Forest) — 31.2 mi, 071° E · 412k acres

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