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Valley Stream New York Map

Explore Valley Stream, 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 Valley Stream, New York

How to Use This Valley Stream, New York Map

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

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

Latitude	40.66427
Longitude	-73.708464
Population	40,634
Density	4510.9 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	11580, 11581, 11582
Area Code	516
County Seat	Mineola
School District	Valley Stream Central High School District

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About Valley Stream, New York

Valley Stream is a locality in Nassau County, New York, United States. It has a population of 40,634. The population density is 4510.9 people per km². Valley Stream is located at 40.6643°N, 73.7085°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. Valley Stream is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 11580, 11581, 11582.

Valley Stream draws its name and its primary character from the winding watercourse that courses through the landscape, a steady ribbon of life defining the local topography. It lies 1.3 miles northeast of North Woodmere, NY (from North Woodmere, NY: bearing 40°T), and is situated 7.5 miles southeast of Queens. The terrain here holds a quiet density, marked by the presence of INC VILLAGE OF VALLEY STREAM Land which serves as a vital green anchor for the residents. While the horizon remains flat and expansive, one can sense the looming presence of the distant Appalachian Mountains far to the west, though the immediate world is shaped by the proximity of the Atlantic Ocean only six miles away. The air often carries a faint, salt-tinged breeze that whispers of the nearby coast, mingling with the scent of damp earth near Grant Pond. North Meadow stretches out four miles distant, offering a subtle variation in the elevation of the land, while the marshy reaches of Hawlett Hassock lie a similar distance away, grounding the region in a coastal geography.

Valley Stream emerged from the quiet expansion of the nineteenth century, growing steadily as the iron rails brought a pulse of commerce and connection to its borders. The local economy shifted over time from humble agricultural roots to a bustling suburban center where small businesses and retail services define the daily exchange of labor. This evolution saw the transformation of simple plots into a structured grid of streets, creating a rhythm of professional life that sustains the local populace. Industry here does not roar with the smoke of heavy factories, but rather hums with the industrious spirit of a place built upon service, trade, and the daily commute. The history of the region is etched into the very alignment of the neighborhood blocks, where the legacy of early settlers persists in the enduring character of the architecture.

Cultural life in Valley Stream reflects a diverse assembly of voices, each contributing to a collective identity that values neighborhood fellowship and local engagement. Public gatherings often center on the INC VILLAGE OF VALLEY STREAM Land, where the changing light at dusk casts long, soft shadows over the grass as residents wind down their day. Notable individuals like the actor Steve Buscemi once walked these streets, their early life stories intertwining with the mundane yet meaningful backdrop of local schools and residential avenues. The community calendar fills with seasonal events that draw families together, reinforcing a sense of belonging that feels both grounded and authentic. Whether observing the quiet surface of Grant Pond or participating in a village celebration, one finds a persistent, steady vitality that defines the experience of living here.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Valley Stream State Park (State Park) — 1.0 mi, 038° NE
490 North Central Avenue (Local Conservation Area) — 1.0 mi, 355° N
TOWN OF HEMPSTEAD Land (Local Park) — 1.0 mi, 222° SW
COUNTY OF NASSAU Land (Local Park) — 1.3 mi, 169° S
John Paul Jones Park (Monument) — 1.4 mi, 080° E
Rosedale Vietnam Monument (Monument) — 1.4 mi, 272° W
Gaddis Park Flagpole Memorial (Monument) — 1.5 mi, 075° E
Regal Cinemas 13 (Cinema) — 2.0 mi, 104° E
Cask Foundation (Gallery) — 2.0 mi, 108° E
Malvern Cinema & Arts Center (Cinema) — 2.3 mi, 067° NE
Hempstead Lake State Park (State Park) — 2.9 mi, 084° E
Central Theatre (Theatre) — 3.2 mi, 196° S
A Tribe Called Quest Mural (Public Artwork) — 3.3 mi, 306° NW
Black Spectrum Theatre (Theatre) — 3.6 mi, 296° NW
The Floral Park Historical Society Museum & Archives (Museum) — 4.2 mi, 003° N
Gateway National Recreation Area (National Recreation Area) — 4.6 mi, 238° SW · 47k acres
Wilbur Arts Center (Arts Centre) — 4.6 mi, 070° E
African American Museum (Museum) — 5.3 mi, 054° NE
Jamaica Center for Arts & Learning (Arts Centre) — 5.4 mi, 300° NW
Rockaway Beach - Arverne Shorebird Preserve (Nature Reserve) — 6.4 mi, 216° SW
Lido Beach Wildlife Management Area (National Conservation Area) — 6.7 mi, 135° SE · 46 acres
QCC Art Gallery (Gallery) — 6.8 mi, 338° N
Nautical Mile (Attraction) — 6.9 mi, 107° E
Flying Through the Years at Roosevelt Field (Museum) — 7.1 mi, 044° NE
Woodcleft Scenic Pier (Viewpoint) — 7.2 mi, 111° E

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