Locke New York Map

About Locke, New York

Locke is a locality in Cayuga County, New York, United States. It has a population of approximately 1,200. The population density is 35.0 people per km². Locke is located at 42.6606°N, 76.4308°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 13092.

Locke unfolds as a collection of weathered structures, clinging to the gentle slopes that spill down towards the Cayuga Lake shoreline. It lies 15.3 miles north-north-east of Tompkins, NY (from Tompkins, NY: bearing 23°T), and is situated 6.0 miles north-north-west of Groton. The land here is a study in soft greens and muted browns, a quilt of fields and woodlands that rise and fall with a quiet persistence. Ancient oaks, their branches gnarled like arthritic fingers, cast long, dancing shadows across the roads, and the air often carries the clean, sharp scent of pine mingled with the earthy perfume of damp soil. In the late afternoon, sunlight slants through the trees, transforming the dust motes into tiny, shimmering constellations that drift lazily through the stillness. This quiet corner of Cayuga County holds a past woven from the industry of the land. Early settlers, drawn by the promise of fertile soil, established farms that continue to shape the character of Locke, their fields yielding crops that change with the seasons. The nearby lake, a shimmering expanse of blue, has always been a vital artery, supporting fishing and offering a passage for trade, though the bustling docks of yesteryear have largely faded into memory. The rhythm of life in Locke is measured by the sun’s arc and the gentle turning of the earth, a deliberate pace that seems to absorb the echoes of generations who have found their sustenance and their peace here.

About This Locke Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Locke, 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 Locke and Cayuga County.

Detailed location data for Locke includes the ZIP code (13092), telephone area code (315), county seat of Cayuga County (Auburn), and school district assignment. These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Locke is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.