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Olean New York Map

Explore Olean, New York, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of Olean, New York

How to Use This Olean, New York Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Olean, New York. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of New York or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Olean.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

City	Olean
State	New York (NY)
County	Cattaraugus County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	42.077565
Longitude	-78.429742
Population	13,937
Density	912.1 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	14760
Area Code	607
County Seat	Little Valley
School District	Olean City School District

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About Olean, New York

Olean is a locality in Cattaraugus County, New York, United States. It has a population of 13,937. The population density is 912.1 people per km². Olean is located at 42.0776°N, 78.4297°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. Olean is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 14760.

Olean emerges from the landscape where the steady current of Olean Creek carves a path through the earth, defining the rhythm of the valley floor. It lies 41.3 miles east of Jamestown, NY (from Jamestown, NY: bearing 92°T), and is situated 2.3 miles east of Saint Bonaventure. Beyond the immediate reach of the water, the terrain rises toward the slopes of Moore Ridge, which stands as a silent sentinel against the horizon. The nearby depression of Savage Hollow offers a quiet contrast to the higher ground, while Egstrom Pond remains a still, reflective presence three miles from the center. Residents often gather at City Of Olean-Lincoln Pk. Land, where the open space allows for a clear view of the changing sky. The air here holds a crisp, inland clarity, especially at dusk when the shadows stretch long and thin across the fields.

Industrial roots run deep in Olean, where the history of oil discovery and manufacturing shaped the growth of the streets and the expectations of the people. Early prosperity relied on the extraction of natural resources, a heritage that left behind a resilient spirit and a practical approach to commerce. Today, the local economy balances these traditional foundations with a modern focus on diverse manufacturing and regional services. The sounds of industry have softened over time, replaced by the steady hum of a community that values steady work and tangible results. Walking through the older districts, one notices the sturdy architecture that speaks to a time of rapid expansion and enduring ambition. This economic legacy continues to anchor the daily existence of those who build their lives in Olean.

Cultural character in Olean is defined by a quiet persistence and a pride in the local heritage that resists the homogenizing pull of larger centers. The community finds its cohesion through shared seasons, where the transition from autumn to winter brings a specific, sharp stillness to the valley. Notable landmarks include the historic structures downtown, which serve as visual markers of the past and focal points for contemporary life. Events throughout the year draw people into the public spaces, fostering a sense of connection that remains central to the atmosphere. While the world beyond the ridge often changes at a frantic pace, the inhabitants here maintain a focus on their immediate surroundings and the well-being of their neighbors. Olean remains a place where the weight of history is felt in the texture of the brick and the deliberate pace of the afternoon.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Tri County Arts Council (Arts Centre) — 0.0 mi, 279° W
Cutco Theater (Theatre) — 0.2 mi, 021° N
City Of Olean-Forness Pk Land (Local Park) — 0.4 mi, 105° E
City Of Olean-Reservoir Land (Local Park) — 0.7 mi, 182° S
Well Site (Local Resource Management Area) — 0.8 mi, 129° SE
Regina A Quick Center for the Arts (Arts Centre) — 2.7 mi, 274° W
Blessed Mother Mary Statue (Public Artwork) — 2.8 mi, 276° W
Station of the Cross Marker 14 (Monument) — 2.8 mi, 280° W
Station of the Cross Marker 1 (Monument) — 2.8 mi, 280° W
Station of the Cross Marker 13 (Monument) — 2.8 mi, 280° W
Bob Lanier Court in the Reilly Center (Stadium) — 2.8 mi, 273° W
Cattaraugus County Lands (Local Conservation Area) — 3.8 mi, 036° NE
Genesee Valley Greenway State Park (State Recreation Area) — 6.8 mi, 017° N
Nine Mile Creek State Forest (State Conservation Area) — 6.9 mi, 304° NW
Allegany State Park (State Park) — 10.9 mi, 259° W
Bradford Main Street Movie House (Cinema) — 13.9 mi, 233° SW
Marilyn Horne Museum and Exhibit Center (Museum) — 14.1 mi, 233° SW
Zippo/Case Museum (Museum) — 14.7 mi, 231° SW
Andrews Theatre (Theatre) — 15.6 mi, 290° W
Penn-Brad Oil Museum (Museum) — 16.2 mi, 225° SW
Allegheny National Forest (National Forest) — 17.5 mi, 252° W · 514k acres
Valley Road (Attraction) — 18.3 mi, 181° S
302 W. Green St. (Attraction) — 18.4 mi, 182° S
Judge Joseph Bouton Mansion (Attraction) — 18.5 mi, 183° S
802 W Main St. (Attraction) — 18.5 mi, 183° S
Kinzua Skywalk Platform (Viewpoint) — 23.3 mi, 201° S
Allegheny National Recreation Area (National Recreation Area) — 24.0 mi, 249° W · 24k acres
Allegheny, Pennsylvania Wild and Scenic River (Wild & Scenic River) — 33.6 mi, 241° SW · 35k acres
Tionesta National Natural Landmark (National Monument) — 38.4 mi, 222° SW · 4,111 acres

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