Preston-Potter Hollow New York Map

About Preston-Potter Hollow, New York

Preston-Potter Hollow is a locality in Albany County, New York, United States. It is a small community with a population of 400. The population density is 16.2 people per km². Preston-Potter Hollow is located at 42.4330°N, 74.2288°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 12469.

Preston-Potter Hollow lies in a deep fold of the Helderberg Escarpment, where forested ridges rise steeply from the valley floor, their slopes a mosaic of deciduous trees that blaze with color in autumn. It lies 24.8 miles south-west of Guilderland, NY (from Guilderland, NY: bearing 221°T), and is situated 3.7 miles north-west of Durham. The air here carries the damp scent of rich earth and pine needles, a cool breath even in the height of summer, and the silence is profound, broken only by the rustle of unseen creatures in the undergrowth or the distant call of a hawk circling overhead. Small streams, born from springs higher up, thread their way through the ravines, their waters clear and cold, tumbling over moss-covered stones. The land itself feels ancient, shaped by the slow, relentless work of glaciers and eons of erosion, presenting a rugged beauty that demands respect. The history of Preston-Potter Hollow is intertwined with the early days of settlement in this part of Albany County, the hollow itself likely named for pioneering families who sought refuge and opportunity in its secluded embrace. For generations, the local economy was sustained by the land, with small farms clinging to the less precipitous slopes, growing hardy crops and raising livestock. Though agriculture remains a quiet presence, the character of Preston-Potter Hollow has shifted, a place where residents often commute to larger centers for work, but many retain a deep connection to its rural roots and the unhurried rhythm of life. The scattered homes and barns, weathered by sun and snow, speak of resilience and a quiet persistence against the elements.

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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Preston-Potter Hollow, New York — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 42.433, -74.2288. 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 Preston-Potter Hollow and Albany County.

Detailed location data for Preston-Potter Hollow includes the ZIP code (12469), telephone area code (845), county seat of Albany County (Albany), and school district assignment (Greenville 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 Preston-Potter Hollow is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.