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Highland-on-the-Lake, New York — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live National Weather Service conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Highland-on-the-Lake, Erie County.
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| City | Highland-on-the-Lake |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Erie |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| Latitude | 42.708114 |
| Longitude | -78.978092 |
| Population | 3,584 |
| Density | 700.7 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
About Highland-on-the-Lake, New York
Highland-on-the-Lake is a locality in Erie County, New York, United States. It has a population of approximately 3,584. The population density is 700.7 people per km². Highland-on-the-Lake is located at 42.7081°N, 78.9781°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 14047.
Highland-on-the-Lake, in Erie County, New York, unfolds as a landscape where the broad, sky-reflecting expanse of Lake Erie dictates the very breath of the land. It lies 7.6 miles west of Hamburg, NY (from Hamburg, NY: bearing 266°T), and is situated 3.2 miles north-north-east of Evans. Rolling hills, softened by centuries of wind and rain, meet the water's edge in a gentle embrace, their slopes often cloaked in the deep greens of mature deciduous forests or the golden hues of cultivated fields. The air here carries the distinct, crisp scent of freshwater and damp earth, particularly potent after a summer shower, and in the late afternoon, the sun sinks low, casting long, warm shadows that stretch from the clustered homes and businesses towards the shimmering lake. Even the rhythm of daily life feels attuned to the lake's presence, with a quiet hum of activity punctuated by the distant calls of gulls and the murmur of waves lapping against the shore. The history of Highland-on-the-Lake is deeply intertwined with the agricultural bounty of its fertile land and the enduring allure of its lakeside setting. Early settlers, drawn by the rich soil and the promise of trade via the Great Lakes, established a community that has since weathered economic shifts, finding its footing in both farming and the burgeoning tourism that the lake's recreational opportunities provide. The legacy of apple orchards and vineyards still graces the surrounding countryside, their trees bearing fruit that has sustained generations, while the fishing industry, though smaller now, still offers a taste of the region's heritage. The distinctive character of Highland-on-the-Lake is a quiet persistence, a blend of hardworking roots and the simple, profound beauty of its natural surroundings, where the lake remains the constant, unifying force.
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About This Highland-on-the-Lake Map Page
This page provides an interactive Google map of Highland-on-the-Lake, New York with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Highland-on-the-Lake and Erie County. Coordinates and population data are also included.
Location data for Highland-on-the-Lake is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity, not name matching alone — ensuring the correct Highland-on-the-Lake is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. Location verified by proximity — not name matching alone. |
