Mariaville Lake New York Map

About Mariaville Lake, New York

Mariaville Lake is a locality in Schenectady County, New York, United States. It has a population of approximately 1,085. The population density is 69.4 people per km². Mariaville Lake is located at 42.8248°N, 74.1287°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 12053.

Mariaville Lake rests in a landscape shaped by glacial retreat, its shores a gentle curve against the rolling hills of Schenectady County. It lies 8.2 miles south-south-west of Glenville, NY (from Glenville, NY: bearing 208°T), and is situated 9.6 miles west of Schenectady. The water, a placid expanse reflecting the shifting moods of the sky, lies in a basin carved by ancient forces. Surrounding it, a mosaic of deciduous forest and open fields suggests a long history of human presence, where the land has been coaxed into cultivation and then allowed to soften back towards its wilder inclinations. The air here, especially in the late afternoon, carries the scent of damp earth and pine, a clean, sharp fragrance that speaks of temperate woodlands. The scattered homes and farmsteads dotting the periphery of Mariaville Lake seem to emerge organically from the terrain, their roofs a low hum against the broader, more resonant green of the trees. The story of Mariaville Lake is one of quiet persistence, a place where the rhythms of agriculture have long dictated the pace of life. Once, the land here supported more robust farming operations, the soil yielding its bounty to generations of families. Today, while agriculture remains a thread in the local fabric, the economy has diversified, drawing sustenance from its proximity to larger centers and its appeal as a place of peaceful retreat. The water itself, a focal point for recreation, draws visitors who appreciate its unpretentious beauty and the opportunities it offers for a day spent on the water, whether fishing for bass or simply enjoying the sun’s warmth on the shore. The legacy of those who worked this land is evident in the enduring character of Mariaville Lake, a place where nature’s grandeur and human endeavor have found a settled, harmonious coexistence.

About This Mariaville Lake Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Mariaville Lake, New York — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 42.824798, -74.128739. 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 Mariaville Lake and Schenectady County.

Detailed location data for Mariaville Lake includes the ZIP code (12053), telephone area code (518), county seat of Schenectady County (Schenectady), and school district assignment (Schalmont 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 Mariaville Lake is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.