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Rockville Centre New York Map

Explore Rockville Centre, 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 Rockville Centre, New York

How to Use This Rockville Centre, New York Map

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

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

Latitude	40.658714
Longitude	-73.641241
Population	26,016
Density	3089.8 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	11570, 11571
Area Code	516
County Seat	Mineola
School District	Rockville Centre Union Free School District

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About Rockville Centre, New York

Rockville Centre is a locality in Nassau County, New York, United States. It has a population of 26,016. The population density is 3089.8 people per km². Rockville Centre is located at 40.6587°N, 73.6412°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. Rockville Centre is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 11570, 11571.

Rockville Centre occupies a flat expanse of land where the moisture of the Atlantic air often softens the edges of the horizon at dusk. It lies 1.4 miles north of Oceanside, NY (from Oceanside, NY: bearing 358°T), and is situated 6.3 miles south of North Hempstead. The landscape remains defined by the gentle movement of Mill River, which winds its way toward the southern shore. A short distance away, Smith Pond provides a quiet sanctuary for local wildlife, its surface reflecting the changing hues of the sky throughout the seasons. While the Appalachian Mountains remain far to the northwest, the terrain here retains a subtle, low-lying character. Residents often find themselves looking toward the saltwater influence of Randall Bay, which sits just three miles from the center of the village. Within this suburban grid, Hickey Field serves as a vital green space for those seeking a moment of respite under the open sky.

Rockville Centre grew from its early foundations as a small agricultural settlement into a vibrant hub of commerce and transit. The local economy relies on a diverse array of professional services and retail establishments that line the village streets, fueling a steady rhythm of daily activity. Historically, the proximity to the rail line allowed the village to flourish, transforming from farmland into a destination for those working in the broader metropolitan sphere. Businesses here benefit from the steady flow of commuters and the loyalty of long-term residents who value the stability of the local market. Even as the economy evolves, the industrial focus remains on maintaining a high quality of life and supporting the small-scale enterprises that define the village character. This economic persistence ensures that Rockville Centre retains a distinct identity separate from the dense urban corridors that surround it.

Cultural life in Rockville Centre is marked by a deep sense of neighborly engagement and a calendar filled with seasonal gatherings. The village streets often hum with the energy of local festivals, where the community gathers to celebrate the unique heritage of their home. Notable figures such as the actor Billy Crystal have roots in this environment, reflecting the creative spirit that occasionally emerges from its quiet suburban character. Residents often look toward the distant marshlands near Hawlett Hassock and the North Meadow, which remind the observer of the delicate balance between land and tide. Landmarks like the historic village architecture serve as anchors for the community, grounding the present in a tangible sense of continuity. Whether through the arts or local civic participation, the people maintain a pace of life that prizes connection and a measured, thoughtful approach to progress.

Nearby Outdoor Places

The Charles P Ketler Power Plant (Monument) — 0.0 mi, 094° E
Fireman's Memorial Park (Monument) — 0.2 mi, 073° E
Church of the Ascension (Monument) — 0.3 mi, 273° W
Morgan Days Park (Local Park) — 0.6 mi, 273° W
Hempstead Lake State Park (State Park) — 0.8 mi, 325° NW
Long Island Water Lands (Local Resource Management Area) — 0.9 mi, 314° NW
COUNTY OF NASSAU Land (Local Park) — 1.0 mi, 101° E
Regal Cinemas 13 (Cinema) — 1.6 mi, 267° W
Cask Foundation (Gallery) — 1.6 mi, 262° W
Trout Lake West Hempstead (Local Recreation) — 1.8 mi, 343° N
Malvern Cinema & Arts Center (Cinema) — 1.9 mi, 313° NW
Madison Theatre (Theatre) — 2.0 mi, 021° N
Wilbur Arts Center (Arts Centre) — 2.1 mi, 023° NE
Oceanside Landing Waterway Access Site (State Recreation Area) — 2.3 mi, 167° S
Nassau County Lands (Local Resource Management Area) — 2.3 mi, 048° NE
Valley Stream State Park (State Park) — 3.0 mi, 303° NW
Nautical Mile (Attraction) — 3.5 mi, 119° SE
African American Museum (Museum) — 3.6 mi, 012° N
Lost and Found: An Excavation Project (Public Artwork) — 3.8 mi, 013° N
Woodcleft Scenic Pier (Viewpoint) — 3.8 mi, 124° SE
Olmsted Theatre (Theatre) — 4.3 mi, 353° N
Lido Beach Wildlife Management Area (National Conservation Area) — 4.6 mi, 165° S · 46 acres
Nassau County Firefighters Museum (Museum) — 5.3 mi, 025° NE
Cradle of Aviation Museum (Museum) — 5.3 mi, 025° NE
Flying Through the Years at Roosevelt Field (Museum) — 5.6 mi, 015° N
The Floral Park Historical Society Museum & Archives (Museum) — 5.7 mi, 324° NW
US Army Corps of Engineers Survey Point (Attraction) — 5.8 mi, 143° SE
Gateway National Recreation Area (National Recreation Area) — 7.6 mi, 249° W · 47k acres
Oyster Bay National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 15.5 mi, 020° N · 6,772 acres
Congressman Lester Wolff Oyster Bay National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 15.5 mi, 020° N · 3,365 acres

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