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Oyster Bay New York Map

Explore Oyster Bay, 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 Oyster Bay, New York

How to Use This Oyster Bay, New York Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Oyster Bay, 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 Oyster Bay.

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	Oyster Bay
State	New York (NY)
County	Nassau County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	40.865654
Longitude	-73.532068
Population	7,049
Density	2200.2 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Code	11771
Area Code	516
County Seat	Mineola
School District	Oyster Bay-East Norwich Central School District

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About Oyster Bay, New York

Oyster Bay is a locality in Nassau County, New York, United States. It has a population of approximately 7,049. The population density is 2200.2 people per km². Oyster Bay is located at 40.8657°N, 73.5321°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 11771.

Oyster Bay holds a distinct position upon the northern shoreline of its peninsula, where the air carries a salt-heavy crispness that shifts with the turning of the tides. It lies 3.1 miles north-northwest of Syosset, NY (from Syosset, NY: bearing 330°T), and is situated 9.9 miles northeast of North Hempstead. The landscape surrounding Oyster Bay is defined by its proximity to the water, lying only one mile from the open coastline and the rhythmic pulse of Oyster Bay. Inland, the terrain rises in quiet, verdant swells that suggest the distant, hazy blue of the Appalachian Mountains, which remain a faint silhouette on the far horizon. Within the immediate vicinity, the terrain is shaped by the presence of Mill Pond and the winding, brackish veins of Mill Neck Creek, which together foster a damp, vibrant ecology where the light at dusk turns the water into a sheet of polished pewter.

European settlers recognized the strategic value of the harbor early on, establishing a presence that would eventually see Oyster Bay emerge as a center of political and social importance. The historical weight of Oyster Bay is etched into the very soil, reflecting a lineage of colonial governance and maritime commerce that transformed the wilderness into a structured landscape. Throughout the centuries, the influence of prominent families helped define the character of the region, leaving behind a legacy of architectural preservation that persists even as the modern world encroaches upon the perimeter. This sense of continuity remains a quiet, persistent force, grounding the daily life of Oyster Bay in the memory of its own evolution.

Economic activity within Oyster Bay is supported by a blend of local commerce, professional services, and an infrastructure that facilitates the movement of residents toward the broader regional hubs. While there are no major universities within its immediate borders, the proximity to academic centers allows for a steady exchange of intellectual capital and talent. The local economy relies on a mixture of retail, maritime-related services, and the maintenance of estates that require specialized labor, creating a diverse, if specialized, workforce. Essential transit corridors provide the necessary fiber to connect the residents of Oyster Bay to the wider world, ensuring that the necessary goods and services are accessible despite the quiet, deliberate pace of the local streets.

Cultural life in Oyster Bay is punctuated by the rhythms of the seasons and the preservation of its most iconic landmarks, which serve as magnets for those seeking a connection to the past. Residents often gather for annual festivals that celebrate the maritime heritage of the harbor, while the surrounding grounds of Unknown Park provide a sanctuary for those observing the native flora and fauna. While professional sports teams are largely centered in the nearby metropolis, the local spirit is often found in the smaller, communal gatherings that occur near the water’s edge. Theodore Roosevelt remains the most widely recognized figure associated with the area, his presence lingering in the local sites that bear his name and continue to draw travelers who wish to contemplate the same horizon that once occupied his thoughts.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Theodore Roosevelt Rough Rider (Public Artwork) — 0.0 mi, 275° W
Oyster Bay World War I Memorial (Monument) — 0.0 mi, 009° N
Carll Hill Road (Monument) — 0.2 mi, 212° SW
Fort Hill (Monument) — 0.3 mi, 356° N
Oyster Bay National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 0.5 mi, 306° NW · 6,772 acres
Congressman Lester Wolff Oyster Bay National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 0.5 mi, 306° NW · 3,365 acres
Northwood (Local Recreation) — 0.6 mi, 105° E
Nassau County Lands (Local Resource Management Area) — 0.6 mi, 160° S
20th Century Cycles (Museum) — 0.6 mi, 357° N
TOWN OF OYSTER BAY Land (Local Park) — 0.7 mi, 003° N
Tiffany Creek County Preserve (Local Recreation) — 0.7 mi, 123° SE
COUNTY OF NASSAU Land (Local Park) — 0.7 mi, 123° SE
Oyster Bay Western Waterfront Waterway (State Recreation Area) — 0.7 mi, 338° N
Oyster Bay Water District Lands (Local Resource Management Area) — 0.8 mi, 327° NW
Bird Roost Preserve (Nature Reserve) — 2.3 mi, 307° NW
Osprey Nest Preserve (Nature Reserve) — 2.5 mi, 311° NW
Bayville Historical Museum (Museum) — 3.4 mi, 328° NW
Cold Spring Harbor State Park (State Park) — 3.7 mi, 096° E
Fire House Museum (Museum) — 3.8 mi, 085° E
Preservation Long Islannd (Museum) — 3.9 mi, 084° E
Trail View State Park (State Park) — 4.0 mi, 122° SE
First City Project (Museum) — 4.8 mi, 268° W
Day Care Center Glen Cove (Arts Centre) — 4.8 mi, 260° W
AMC Glen Cove 6 (Cinema) — 5.2 mi, 270° W
Shore Theatre (Theatre) — 5.4 mi, 085° E
Creative Art Studio (Arts Centre) — 6.1 mi, 259° W
Lloyd Point (Viewpoint) — 6.2 mi, 023° NE
Huntington Cinema Arts Center (Cinema) — 6.2 mi, 085° E
Shattuck Estate (Historic Ruins) — 6.3 mi, 136° SE
Gateway National Recreation Area (National Recreation Area) — 20.9 mi, 219° SW · 47k acres

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