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Schaghticoke New York Map

Explore Schaghticoke, 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 Schaghticoke, New York

How to Use This Schaghticoke, New York Map

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

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.

CitySchaghticoke
StateNew York (NY)
CountyRensselaer County
CountryUnited States of America
TimezoneEastern Time (America/New_York)
Latitude42.900077
Longitude-73.585394
Population527
Density268.4 /km²
IncorporatedYes
ZIP Code12154
Area Code518
County SeatTroy
School DistrictHoosic Valley Central School District

About Schaghticoke, New York

Schaghticoke is a locality in Rensselaer County, New York, United States. It is a small community with a population of 527. The population density is 268.4 people per km². Schaghticoke is located at 42.9001°N, 73.5854°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. Schaghticoke is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 12154.

Schaghticoke maintains a quiet presence amidst the expansive, verdant landscape of upstate New York. It lies 8.4 miles northeast of Halfmoon, NY (from Halfmoon, NY: bearing 53°T), and is situated 9.7 miles east-northeast of Clifton Park. The Hoosic River carves a deliberate path through the terrain, its waters serving as a primary artery for the local topography. To the west, the distant silhouette of the Appalachian Mountains provides a muted, permanent backdrop against the horizon. Residents often look toward the nearby Tomhannock Reservoir, which holds a stillness that mirrors the changing sky throughout the seasons. The land surrounding Schaghticoke is defined by its inland character, favoring fertile ground over the drama of elevation.

Schaghticoke traces its origins to a history deeply rooted in the agricultural development of the region. The local economy has long been tethered to the land, transitioning from traditional farming practices to the varied industrial demands of the modern era. While many residents once looked to the immediate soil for sustenance, the influence of regional commerce has steadily expanded the horizons of the local labor market. The proximity of the Village of Valley Falls Land offers a small, protected space that stands as a remnant of the area’s original wilder state. Today, the rhythm of industry here is measured by the steady, persistent work of those who value the stability of this inland life.

Schaghticoke possesses a cultural character defined by a persistent, unassuming resilience and a deep connection to its own heritage. The annual Schaghticoke Fair has long served as a focal point for the region, drawing crowds to celebrate the agricultural traditions that remain central to local identity. While the Great Ravine lies several miles away, it contributes to the sense of mystery and depth that characterizes the surrounding wilderness. Travelers interested in the past often find themselves walking the Fraser Burial Site Trail, where the quietude encourages reflection on the generations that occupied this territory long ago. Although few figures of international fame claim this place as their origin, the people of Schaghticoke demonstrate a profound commitment to the endurance of their local community.

Nearby Outdoor Places

  • Village of Valley Falls Land (Local Park) — 1.2 mi, 089° E
  • City of Troy Land (Local Park) — 1.6 mi, 186° S
  • Champlain Canal (State Recreation Area) — 3.9 mi, 320° NW
  • Erie Canal (State Recreation Area) — 4.1 mi, 304° NW
  • Mechanicville Hydroelectric Plant (Museum) — 4.9 mi, 252° W
  • Colonel Elmer E. Ellsworth Monument and Grave (Monument) — 5.4 mi, 269° W
  • Old Champlain Canal Lock 8 (Historic Ruins) — 5.6 mi, 248° W
  • Old Champlain Canal Lock 7 (Historic Ruins) — 5.9 mi, 236° SW
  • New Hampshire (Monument) — 6.5 mi, 334° NW
  • Kosciuszko (Monument) — 6.6 mi, 334° NW
  • Saratoga National Historical Park (Registered Battlefield) — 7.0 mi, 337° NW
  • Pittstown State Forest (State Conservation Area) — 8.1 mi, 147° SE
  • Vulture View (Viewpoint) — 8.3 mi, 144° SE
  • Peebles Island State Park (State Park) — 9.1 mi, 211° SW
  • Waterford Historical Museum and Cultural Center (Museum) — 9.9 mi, 214° SW
  • Grafton Lakes State Park (State Park) — 10.0 mi, 140° SE
  • Water Turbine (Public Artwork) — 10.2 mi, 218° SW
  • Uncle Sam's Grave (Attraction) — 10.4 mi, 204° SW
  • Cohoes Music Hall (Theatre) — 10.4 mi, 214° SW
  • Round Lake Auditorium (Theatre) — 10.8 mi, 284° W
  • Mt. Nebo Gallery (Gallery) — 11.2 mi, 073° E
  • Tibbitts State Forest (State Conservation Area) — 11.3 mi, 106° E
  • Louis Miller Museum (Museum) — 11.9 mi, 092° E
  • Ravens Retreat (Nature Reserve) — 12.4 mi, 148° SE
  • The FOCUS Lab (Gallery) — 12.8 mi, 205° SW
  • The Arts Center of the Capital Region (Arts Centre) — 12.8 mi, 205° SW
  • Green Mountain National Forest (National Forest) — 18.3 mi, 060° NE · 412k acres
  • Glastenbury Wilderness (Wilderness Area) — 21.3 mi, 092° E · 22k acres
  • Appalachian National Scenic Trail (National Trail) — 26.0 mi, 124° SE · 110k acres
  • Lye Brook Wilderness (Wilderness Area) — 28.2 mi, 061° NE · 18k acres

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About This Schaghticoke Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Schaghticoke, New York. Coordinates: 42.900077, -73.585394. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.

Detailed location data for Schaghticoke includes the ZIP code (12154), telephone area code (518), county seat of Rensselaer County (Troy), and school district assignment (Hoosic Valley Central School District).

Search Maps opens a second, independent map. It searches OpenStreetMap for any US town, county or landmark by name; offers USGS topographic maps and USGS aerial imagery as base layers; overlays a labelled U.S. National Grid (USNG) so the map can be read like a printed topographic quad; measures distance and grid, true and magnetic bearings between any two points; and takes a single GPS fix reporting your position as a USNG grid reference and as latitude and longitude. Map tiles require cell coverage, but a GPS position does not, so the coordinates remain correct even where the map cannot load.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.

Page generatedSeptember 2026
Location dataSimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data
Map layersGoogle Maps; © OpenStreetMap contributors; USGS The National Map topographic and aerial imagery (public domain); magnetic declination from NOAA NCEI (World Magnetic Model)
Wikipedia validationArticle content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API.