Schuyler Lake New York Map

About Schuyler Lake, New York

Schuyler Lake is a locality in Otsego County, New York, United States. It is a small community with a population of 83. The population density is 10.5 people per km². Schuyler Lake is located at 42.7804°N, 75.0279°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 13457.

Schuyler Lake lies cradled by a landscape of rolling hills and fertile farmland, a place where the sky seems to expand with a particular kind of quiet grace. It lies 24.4 miles south-south-east of Utica, NY (from Utica, NY: bearing 155°T), and is situated 7.6 miles north-west of Cooperstown. The water itself, a placid mirror reflecting the changing moods of the heavens, is bordered by a fringe of whispering pines and sturdy oaks, their leaves rustling secrets on the breeze. In the late afternoon, as the sun begins its slow descent, a golden light washes over the scene, softening the edges of the world and lending a hush to the air, a palpable stillness that settles deep into the bones. The terrain here is gently sculpted, not dramatic, but possesses a persistent, enduring beauty, a subtle invitation to linger and observe the slow unfolding of the day. The history of Schuyler Lake is interwoven with the agricultural spirit of Otsego County, a region long known for its dairy farms and the honest labor they represent. For generations, the land has yielded its bounty, shaping the character of the people who call this place home, fostering a sense of rootedness and self-reliance. The lake itself, a focal point for recreation and contemplation, has witnessed the ebb and flow of local life, from summer picnics and fishing excursions to the quiet contemplation of changing seasons. While no grand industries dominate the skyline, the local economy thrives on a foundation of small businesses and the enduring connection to the land, a testament to the resilience and quiet pride of Schuyler Lake.

About This Schuyler Lake Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Schuyler Lake, New York — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 42.780351, -75.027935. 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 Schuyler Lake and Otsego County.

Detailed location data for Schuyler Lake includes the ZIP code (13348), telephone area code (315), county seat of Otsego County (Cooperstown), and school district assignment (Richfield Springs 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 Schuyler Lake is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.