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About Sunset Bay, New York

Sunset Bay is a locality in Chautauqua County, New York, United States. It is a small community with a population of 384. The population density is 228.2 people per km². Sunset Bay is located at 42.5631°N, 79.1334°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 14136.

Sunset Bay unfolds along the eastern edge of the great lake, where the land dips with a gentle sigh towards the vast, rippling expanse of water. It lies 18.7 miles south-west of Hamburg, NY (from Hamburg, NY: bearing 236°T), and is situated 9.8 miles south-west of Evans. Here, the shoreline is a mosaic of polished stones and fine, sun-warmed sand, meeting the cool, clear depths in a constant, murmuring conversation. The air, carrying the clean scent of freshwater and distant pine, hangs with a palpable quietude, broken only by the cry of gulls and the rhythmic lapping of waves against the shore. Beyond the immediate waterfront, rolling hills, cloaked in a verdant tapestry of deciduous trees, rise in soft, undulating waves, their slopes dotted with the occasional weathered barn or cluster of farmhouses, remnants of a landscape shaped by both nature's hand and human endeavor. The light here, especially as the day wanes, possesses a peculiar, almost liquid quality, transforming the water's surface into a canvas of molten gold and deepening amethyst. The history of Sunset Bay is intrinsically tied to the fertile soil and the bountiful waters that have sustained it for generations. Early settlers, drawn by the promise of rich farmland and the strategic advantage of the lake, established a community built on hard work and a deep respect for the natural world. The local economy, once reliant on agriculture and fishing, now finds a steady pulse in tourism, drawing visitors who seek the tranquil beauty and recreational opportunities that Sunset Bay offers. The legacy of its past is evident in the enduring charm of its small-town core, where the pace of life feels measured and deliberate, allowing ample time for shared conversations on shaded porches and the simple appreciation of the changing seasons. Each year, the community celebrates its heritage with festivals that echo the traditions of its founding, fostering a sense of continuity and belonging that defines the unique character of Sunset Bay.

About This Sunset Bay Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Sunset Bay, New York — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 42.563114, -79.133373. 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 Sunset Bay and Chautauqua County.

Detailed location data for Sunset Bay includes the ZIP code (14081), telephone area code (716), county seat of Chautauqua County (Mayville), and school district assignment (Silver Creek 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 Sunset Bay is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.