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Port Jefferson New York Map

Explore Port Jefferson, 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 Port Jefferson, New York

How to Use This Port Jefferson, New York Map

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

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	Port Jefferson
State	New York (NY)
County	Suffolk County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	40.942177
Longitude	-73.052799
Population	7,962
Density	1003.6 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	11777
Area Code	516
County Seat	Riverhead
School District	Port Jefferson Union Free School District

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About Port Jefferson, New York

Port Jefferson is a locality in Suffolk County, New York, United States. It has a population of approximately 7,962. The population density is 1003.6 people per km². Port Jefferson is located at 40.9422°N, 73.0528°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. Port Jefferson is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 11777.

Port Jefferson maintains a quiet vigilance over the blue expanse of Port Jefferson Harbor, where the tides dictate the slow, rhythmic pulse of the shoreline. It lies 1.9 miles east of East Setauket, NY (from East Setauket, NY: bearing 80°T), and is situated 9.3 miles northeast of Smithtown. The land tilts toward the water through the deep, shaded slopes of Crystal Brook Hollow, creating a natural amphitheater that captures the salt-heavy breeze. Further inland, the gentle terrain offers a stark contrast to the distant, hazy silhouette of the Appalachian Mountains visible on the clearest horizons. Residents often find solace in the open spaces of the Clifton H. Lee Memorial Parkland, a sanctuary that grounds the local landscape in quiet preservation. Even as the seasons shift, the proximity to the open coast ensures that the air remains crisp and carries the distinct, sharp scent of the sea.

Port Jefferson emerged from a legacy of maritime industry, once relying heavily on the robust activity of its active shipyards and bustling merchant docks. The local economy has evolved from these nautical roots into a vibrant commercial center, where small businesses and specialized retail shops now occupy the space once reserved for heavy commerce. While the influence of the sea remains a constant thread, the town now thrives on a diverse service sector that draws visitors from across the region to its active waterfront. The historical remnants of its shipbuilding past provide a sturdy foundation for the modern storefronts that define the current streetscape. This transition from a purely industrial port to a destination for leisure demonstrates a persistent ability to adapt to the changing needs of the modern traveler.

Cultural life in Port Jefferson finds its expression in the frequent festivals and community gatherings that animate the main thoroughfares throughout the year. The atmosphere is defined by a blend of maritime tradition and a contemporary, intellectual energy, partially fueled by the nearby presence of Stony Brook University. While many residents enjoy the quiet beauty of the nearby Setauket Millpond, the town remains a focal point for those seeking a connection between land and sea. Notable individuals, such as the acclaimed author Jules Feiffer, have found inspiration in the specific light and atmosphere that define this corner of the coast. Visitors often wander toward the water’s edge or explore the quiet paths near Youngs Island, finding that the character of the place is defined as much by its people as by the surrounding geography.

Nearby Outdoor Places

TOWN OF BROOKHAVENC/O DEPT OF FINANCE Land (Local Park) — 0.3 mi, 102° E
Unknown Park (Local Park) — 0.6 mi, 202° S
Muse Paintbar (Gallery) — 0.9 mi, 286° W
Mount Sinai State Tidal Wetland (State Conservation Area) — 1.2 mi, 059° NE
PJ Cinemas (Cinema) — 1.7 mi, 160° S
Chandler Estate (Historic Ruins) — 1.9 mi, 061° NE
Veterans Memorial (Monument) — 2.5 mi, 273° W
Laurel Ridge Setauket Woods Nature Preserve (Local Conservation Area) — 2.5 mi, 225° SW
Brookhaven Town Lands (Local Conservation Area) — 3.2 mi, 096° E
Kelli Harkins Memorial (Monument) — 3.2 mi, 068° E
Patriot Rock (Monument) — 3.2 mi, 274° W
North Country Preserve (Nature Reserve) — 3.5 mi, 072° E
Wolfie Statue (Public Artwork) — 4.1 mi, 242° SW
MovieLand Cinemas (Cinema) — 4.2 mi, 152° SE
Rocky Point Pine Barrens State Forest (State Conservation Area) — 4.6 mi, 089° E
Avalon Nature Preserve (Nature Reserve) — 5.4 mi, 248° W
Shea Theater (Theatre) — 6.5 mi, 183° S
The Pennysaver Amphitheater at Bald Hill (Theatre) — 7.0 mi, 167° S
Historic Lake Towers Hotel (Historic Ruins) — 8.4 mi, 205° SW
Alfred E. Smith/Sunken Meadow State Park (State Park) — 9.1 mi, 260° W
Brookhaven State Park (State Park) — 9.1 mi, 098° E
Brookhaven Volunteer Firefighters Museum (Museum) — 10.1 mi, 105° E
Sloth Encounters (Zoo / Wildlife Park) — 11.6 mi, 225° SW
Fire Island National Seashore (National Lakeshore) — 12.7 mi, 172° S · 23k acres
Wertheim National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 13.6 mi, 191° S · 7,995 acres
Exit sign (Attraction) — 16.2 mi, 109° E
Islip Art Museum (Gallery) — 16.3 mi, 208° SW
Altamira (Gallery) — 16.9 mi, 210° SW

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