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Plattekill New York Map

Explore Plattekill, 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 Plattekill, New York

How to Use This Plattekill, New York Map

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

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	Plattekill
State	New York (NY)
County	Ulster County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	41.619788
Longitude	-74.058596
Population	1,296
Density	181.0 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Codes	12589, 12568
Area Code	845
County Seat	Kingston
School District	Wallkill Central School District

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About Plattekill, New York

Plattekill is a locality in Ulster County, New York, United States. It has a population of approximately 1,296. The population density is 181.0 people per km². Plattekill is located at 41.6198°N, 74.0586°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP codes: 12589, 12568.

Plattekill defines its character through the steady, winding movement of the Quassaic Creek as it cuts through the local landscape. It lies 5.6 miles east of Wallkill, NY (from Wallkill, NY: bearing 82°T), and is situated 9.8 miles southwest of Poughkeepsie. The terrain surrounding Plattekill consists of inland fields and woodlands that shift in color with the turn of each season. Residents often look toward the distant Appalachian Mountains, which form a jagged, blue-gray silhouette against the horizon during clear afternoons. Those seeking the quiet of nature frequently visit the New York State Lands, located just two miles away to explore the undeveloped trails. A few miles further, the waters of Lake Sunset provide a reflective surface that mirrors the changing sky, offering a sense of stillness to the rural environment.

Plattekill maintains a history deeply rooted in the agricultural traditions of the Hudson Valley, where the soil once supported vast orchards and family-run farms. This legacy persists in the current economy, which balances small-scale production with the needs of a modern workforce residing in the region. Local industries have adapted over time, moving away from purely agrarian pursuits while still honoring the land’s original utility. The rhythm of daily life here remains tethered to the land’s productivity, reflecting a quiet continuity that persists despite the influences of broader economic shifts. Work continues in the fields and small enterprises, ensuring that the legacy of earlier generations remains visible in the current landscape.

Plattekill fosters a cultural identity that values the privacy of its residents and the simplicity of its rural setting. The atmosphere is quiet, marked by the sound of wind through the trees and the occasional passage of a vehicle on a winding road. While the area does not host grand monuments, the presence of Black Rock Forest fifteen miles away serves as a reminder of the vast, untamed wilderness that defines the broader regional geography. The community centers itself around local events that bring neighbors together, emphasizing a shared sense of place rather than the pursuit of national notoriety. While many notable figures have passed through the Hudson Valley, Plattekill remains a place where the focus stays on the immediate, tangible experience of living in a landscape defined by its own slow, deliberate pace.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Hemlock Ridge Multiple Use Area (State Resource Management Area) — 1.3 mi, 058° NE
Ulster Fp Detached Parcel (State Conservation Area) — 1.4 mi, 084° E
Town of Marlborough Land (Local Park) — 2.1 mi, 098° E
New York State Lands (State Recreation Area) — 2.4 mi, 222° SW
Chadwick Lake Park (Local Park) — 2.9 mi, 191° S
Wallkill State Correctional Facility (State Resource Management Area) — 4.4 mi, 277° W
Marlboro World War I Memorial (Monument) — 4.6 mi, 103° E
New York City Lands (Local Resource Management Area) — 4.6 mi, 291° W
George Clinton (Monument) — 6.6 mi, 091° E
Shawangunk Grasslands National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 7.2 mi, 280° W · 1,196 acres
Falls View (Viewpoint) — 7.3 mi, 101° E
Franny Reese Preserve State Park (State Park) — 7.3 mi, 042° NE
Laugh It Up Comedy Club (Theatre) — 7.4 mi, 080° E
Police Memorial (Monument) — 7.7 mi, 057° NE
Sojourner Truth Statue (Public Artwork) — 8.3 mi, 041° NE
Marion Royael Gallery (Gallery) — 8.8 mi, 151° SE
Bardavon (Theatre) — 8.8 mi, 049° NE
Stewart State Forest (State Conservation Area) — 9.0 mi, 198° S
Huguenot Street Historic District (Attraction) — 9.3 mi, 351° N
Chimney (Historic Ruins) — 9.7 mi, 330° NW
National Purple Heart Hall of Honor (Museum) — 10.2 mi, 180° S
Swimming Hole (Attraction) — 11.2 mi, 321° NW
Gatehouse Site (Historic Ruins) — 11.4 mi, 291° W
Pine Bush UFO Museum (Museum) — 12.5 mi, 267° W
Winnakee Nature Preserve (Nature Reserve) — 12.8 mi, 031° NE
Clarence Fahnestock Memorial State Park (State Park) — 13.1 mi, 142° SE
Hudson Highlands Nature Center - Outdoor Discovery Campus (Museum) — 13.7 mi, 175° S
Pompey’s Cave (Attraction) — 14.4 mi, 337° NW
Appalachian National Scenic Trail (National Trail) — 14.5 mi, 119° SE · 110k acres
Studio Tashtego (Gallery) — 14.8 mi, 159° S

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