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Sea Cliff New York Map

Explore Sea Cliff, 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 Sea Cliff, New York

How to Use This Sea Cliff, New York Map

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

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

Latitude	40.848989
Longitude	-73.64485
Population	5,062
Density	1752.9 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	11579
Area Code	516
County Seat	Mineola
School District	North Shore Central School District

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About Sea Cliff, New York

Sea Cliff is a locality in Nassau County, New York, United States. It has a population of approximately 5,062. The population density is 1752.9 people per km². Sea Cliff is located at 40.8490°N, 73.6449°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. Sea Cliff is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 11579.

Sea Cliff rises above the water on a series of steep, wooded bluffs that overlook the expansive reach of Hempstead Harbor. It lies 1.1 miles south-southwest of Glen Cove, NY (from Glen Cove, NY: bearing 212°T), and is situated 6.0 miles west of Oyster Bay. The terrain here is defined by sudden changes in elevation, where winding streets drop toward the tide through thickets of oak and locust trees. At the edge of the slope, the air carries a distinct saltiness that lingers long after the sun dips below the horizon. Below the cliffs, the rhythm of the water against the shore provides a constant, low-frequency hum that anchors the atmosphere of the landscape. A short distance inland, the quiet waters of Scudders Pond offer a serene contrast to the shifting currents of the harbor. Far to the west, the distant silhouettes of the Appalachian Mountains occasionally sharpen against a clear, pale sky.

Sea Cliff began as a destination for summer gatherings, eventually evolving into a permanent residence for those drawn to its unconventional architecture and vertical geography. The economy has transitioned from its early reliance on the maritime trade and seasonal tourism toward a stable, residential character that supports a variety of local services. Small businesses and professional offices occupy the older, wood-framed structures that define the business district. While the maritime industry has faded from its former prominence, the harbor remains a vital presence that shapes the daily flow of life. Even as the decades have passed, the village has maintained its independence by prioritizing the preservation of its dense, pedestrian-oriented layout. The local industry now reflects a mix of creative work and regional commerce, keeping the pace of the streets steady and deliberate.

Sea Cliff possesses a distinct cultural identity forged by its history of intellectual curiosity and artistic expression. Residents often gather at Plaza Park, a central space that serves as a quiet meeting ground for the neighborhood throughout the changing seasons. The architecture remains a primary landmark, with many Victorian homes retaining their original gingerbread trim and wrap-around porches. The musician Lou Reed spent part of his youth here, leaving a trace of the area's mid-century creative spirit in his later work. Public events throughout the year emphasize a shared sense of place, drawing people into the streets to celebrate the unique character of the high ground. The atmosphere is one of careful stewardship, where the weight of history is felt in the preservation of the steep, narrow lanes and the quiet, canopy-covered yards.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Margaret F. DeRancy (Monument) — 0.0 mi, 077° E
Creative Art Studio (Arts Centre) — 0.1 mi, 290° W
John Henry Geohegan Monument (Monument) — 0.1 mi, 355° N
Shore Thing Rentals (Public Artwork) — 0.5 mi, 018° N
TOWN OF OYSTER BAY Land (Local Park) — 0.6 mi, 227° SW
Garvies Point County Preserve (Local Recreation) — 0.7 mi, 350° N
Joseph Graziose Sr. (Monument) — 0.7 mi, 052° NE
Nassau County Lands (Local Resource Management Area) — 0.9 mi, 113° SE
Day Care Center Glen Cove (Arts Centre) — 1.2 mi, 073° E
Aerodrome (Local Recreation) — 1.3 mi, 233° SW
AMC Glen Cove 6 (Cinema) — 1.4 mi, 031° NE
First City Project (Museum) — 1.4 mi, 047° NE
COUNTY OF NASSAU Land (Local Park) — 1.5 mi, 208° SW
Wildlife Sanctuary (Nature Reserve) — 2.8 mi, 004° N
Hewlett's Overlook (Viewpoint) — 2.9 mi, 201° S
Jeanne Rimsky Theater (Theatre) — 3.0 mi, 245° SW
Powell Pond (Nature Reserve) — 3.3 mi, 014° N
Van Nostrand - Starkins House And Museum (Museum) — 3.8 mi, 181° S
Oyster Bay National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 4.1 mi, 028° NE · 6,772 acres
Congressman Lester Wolff Oyster Bay National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 4.1 mi, 028° NE · 3,365 acres
Bayville Historical Museum (Museum) — 5.8 mi, 045° NE
20th Century Cycles (Museum) — 6.1 mi, 073° E
Huguenot Yacht Club Ruins (Historic Ruins) — 6.5 mi, 288° W
Ackerman Auditorium (Theatre) — 6.6 mi, 248° W
North Shore Towers Cinema (Cinema) — 7.3 mi, 210° SW
Trail View State Park (State Park) — 9.2 mi, 100° E
Bethpage State Park (State Park) — 11.0 mi, 125° SE
Gateway National Recreation Area (National Recreation Area) — 16.8 mi, 205° SW · 47k acres

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