New Paltz New York Map

About New Paltz, New York

New Paltz is a locality in Ulster County, New York, United States. It has a population of 14,003. The population density is 680.0 people per km². New Paltz is located at 41.7476°N, 74.0868°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 12561.

New Paltz rests against the Shawangunk Ridge, a dramatic escarpment of quartz conglomerate that rises abruptly from the fertile valley floor. It lies 9.2 miles west-north-west of Poughkeepsie, NY (from Poughkeepsie, NY: bearing 291°T), and is situated 8.3 miles west-south-west of Hyde Park. The air here, especially in the late afternoon, carries the scent of pine needles warmed by the sun and the subtle sweetness of ripening apples from the surrounding orchards. To the east, the Wallkill River flows, its placid surface reflecting the shifting moods of the sky, while to the west, the ridge itself looms, a protective guardian cloaked in oak and hemlock, its sheer faces catching the light in a thousand fractured gleams. The landscape possesses a quiet strength, a sense of enduring natural beauty that has shaped the character of New Paltz for centuries. The history of New Paltz is deeply entwined with the Huguenot settlers who arrived in the late 17th century, seeking refuge and establishing a community built on hard work and religious freedom, a spirit that still resonates in the town's independent and forward-thinking populace. This legacy is preserved in the historic Huguenot Street, where stone houses stand as silent witnesses to generations of life. Today, the local economy thrives on a blend of agriculture, particularly apple orchards and vineyards that dot the valley, and the vibrant academic life centered around its well-regarded university, which infuses the town with a youthful energy and a spirit of intellectual curiosity. The town also serves as a gateway to the Shawangunk Ridge, drawing hikers, climbers, and nature enthusiasts to its famed Mohonk Preserve, where the whisper of wind through ancient trees and the vast expanse of the sky above offer a profound connection to the wild.

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This page provides an interactive Google map of New Paltz, 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 New Paltz and Ulster County.

Detailed location data for New Paltz includes the ZIP code (12561), telephone area code (845), county seat of Ulster County (Kingston), and school district assignment (New Paltz 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 New Paltz is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.