Mahopac New York Map

About Mahopac, New York

Mahopac is a locality in Putnam County, New York, United States. It has a population of approximately 9,039. The population density is 577.8 people per km². Mahopac is located at 41.3723°N, 73.7335°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 10541.

Mahopac rests in a landscape shaped by glacial forces, its terrain a gentle rise and fall of wooded hills that cradle a series of sparkling lakes. It lies 4.9 miles south-west of Carmel, NY (from Carmel, NY: bearing 215°T), and is situated 6.6 miles north-east of Yorktown. The air here, especially after a rain, carries the clean scent of pine and damp earth, a subtle perfume that clings to the winding roads and the dappled sunlight filtering through the dense canopy of oaks and maples. The character of Mahopac is one of quietude, a place where the rhythm of the seasons dictates the pace of life, marked by the vibrant greens of summer, the fiery hues of autumn, and the hushed blanket of winter snow. The main thoroughfares, though busy, retain a welcoming openness, a sense that the natural world is never far from view, with glimpses of the water often appearing between the homes and shops, a constant reminder of the liquid heart that defines this locale. The history of Mahopac is deeply intertwined with its waterways, particularly Lake Mahopac, which once served as a bustling resort destination, drawing visitors from the city seeking respite and recreation. This past echoes in the grander, older homes that still dot the shoreline, vestiges of an era when steamboats plied the waters and grand hotels welcomed summer crowds. Today, the local economy is a mosaic, with a strong service sector supporting the residential population, alongside smaller businesses catering to the needs of a community that values both its connection to nature and its proximity to larger urban centers. The legacy of its resort past is still felt in the public access points to the lake and the enduring appeal of its natural beauty, a quiet testament to Mahopac's enduring charm.

About This Mahopac Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Mahopac, New York — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 41.372316, -73.733465. 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 Mahopac and Putnam County.

Detailed location data for Mahopac includes the ZIP code (10541), telephone area code (914, 845), county seat of Putnam County (Carmel), and school district assignment (Mahopac Central School District). 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 Mahopac is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.