Sundown New York Map

About Sundown, New York

Sundown is a locality in Ulster County, New York, United States. It is a small community with a population of 480. The population density is 12.0 people per km². Sundown is located at 41.8879°N, 74.4602°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 12782.

Sundown lies cradled by the Catskill Mountains, a place where the land rises and falls with a quiet authority. It lies 24.1 miles north-west of Wallkill, NY (from Wallkill, NY: bearing 324°T), and is situated 8.6 miles east-north-east of Neversink. Here, the air carries the scent of pine needles and damp earth, a testament to the surrounding forests that climb the slopes in swathes of emerald and rust, depending on the season. The terrain itself is a study in rugged grace, with valleys that cradle small clearings and streams that tumble over moss-slicked stones, their murmur a constant, low hum beneath the rustle of leaves. Sunlight, especially as it begins its descent, casts long, dramatic shadows across the landscape, painting the hillsides in hues of ochre and deep violet, imbuing the very stillness with a profound sense of peace. The history of Sundown is as deeply rooted as the ancient oaks that dot its periphery, a narrative woven with the threads of agricultural endeavor and the enduring spirit of its inhabitants. Generations have worked this land, their lives shaped by the rhythms of planting and harvest, a tradition that continues to inform the local economy, with small farms still producing a bounty of seasonal goods. The echoes of past industries, perhaps a forgotten mill or a lumber operation, can still be felt in the quiet lanes and the sturdy, weathered architecture that speaks of resilience. While no single grand monument defines Sundown, the collective memory of its people, their shared experiences and enduring connection to this particular stretch of the Catskills, forms its most distinctive and cherished landmark.

About This Sundown Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Sundown, New York with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. 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 Sundown and Ulster County.

Detailed location data for Sundown includes the ZIP code (12740), telephone area code (845), county seat of Ulster County (Kingston), and school district assignment. 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 Sundown is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.