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West Point New York Map

Explore West Point, 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 West Point, New York

How to Use This West Point, New York Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for West Point, 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 West Point.

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	West Point
State	New York (NY)
County	Orange County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	41.360729
Longitude	-74.019749
Population	7,341
Density	153.7 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Codes	10996, 10997
Area Code	914
County Seat	Goshen
School District	Highland Falls Central School District

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About West Point, New York

West Point is a locality in Orange County, New York, United States. It has a population of approximately 7,341. The population density is 153.7 people per km². West Point is located at 41.3607°N, 74.0197°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP codes: 10996, 10997.

West Point commands a strategic position overlooking the deep, steady currents of the Hudson River. It lies 5.0 miles southeast of Cornwall, NY (from Cornwall, NY: bearing 128°T), and is situated 8.2 miles south-southeast of Newburgh. The surrounding landscape is defined by rugged terrain and dense woodlands, including the nearby Black Rock Forest, which offers a stark contrast to the manicured grounds of the military post. A mile away, the dramatic topography of Worlds End creates a sense of isolation, while the Redoubt Trail provides a path through the steep, unforgiving hills. Lusk Reservoir mirrors the shifting sky, its still surface providing a quiet focal point amidst the rigorous activity of the campus. In the autumn, the light turns a sharp, clear gold, illuminating the dense vegetation that covers the slopes above the water.

West Point serves as the site of the United States Military Academy, an institution that has profoundly shaped the nation’s professional officer corps for generations. The local economy revolves almost entirely around the sustained operations of this academic and military installation, creating a unique environment where duty and education remain the primary industries. Historically, the area functioned as a vital defensive position during the American Revolution, with fortifications built to control the river traffic below. The legacy of these early military efforts lingers in the architecture and the disciplined atmosphere that governs daily life. Men like Ulysses S. Grant and Dwight D. Eisenhower walked these grounds as cadets, their paths later intersecting with the broader currents of global history.

Cultural life at West Point is defined by a rigorous adherence to tradition and a palpable sense of purpose that influences every interaction. Notable landmarks such as the Cadet Chapel stand as solemn reminders of the institution’s enduring values, while the nearby Open Space Institute Land provides a quiet retreat for those seeking a moment of respite from the structured schedule. Visitors often gather to witness the pageantry of military parades or to explore the historical significance of the grounds, which remain open to the public under strict regulation. Buttermilk Falls offers a rare, natural spectacle nearby, where the sound of rushing water interrupts the usual quiet of the forest. The rhythm of the day is marked by the sounding of bugles and the steady, synchronized movement of students, reflecting a life governed by honor and collective responsibility.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Old Fort Putnam (Castle or Fort) — 3.3 mi, 058° NE
Constitution Island (Historic Site) — 3.5 mi, 070° E
Michie Stadium (Stadium) — 3.5 mi, 056° NE
Chapel (Cathedral) — 3.8 mi, 054° NE
United States Military Academy at West Point (Historic Site) — 3.9 mi, 053° NE
West Point Museum (Museum) — 3.9 mi, 053° NE
Battle Monument (Monument) — 3.9 mi, 052° NE
Trophy Point (Landmark) — 4.0 mi, 050° NE
Black Rock Forest (Conservation Area) — 1.4 mi, 001° N
Bear Mountain State Park (State Park) — 1.6 mi, 159° S
Port Jervis City Lands (Local Park) — 2.3 mi, 161° S
Harriman State Park (State Park) — 2.4 mi, 199° S
John Burroughs (Monument) — 2.8 mi, 079° E
Orange County Land Trust Land (Conservation Area) — 2.9 mi, 307° NW
Fort Montgomery (Museum) — 3.0 mi, 147° SE
Hudson Highlands State Park Preserve (State Conservation Area) — 3.4 mi, 142° SE
Appalachian National Scenic Trail (National Trail) — 3.4 mi, 141° SE · 110k acres
Joseph Bartha (Monument) — 3.5 mi, 169° S
MANITOGA / The Russel Wright Design Center (Museum) — 3.7 mi, 103° E
Dade Monument (Monument) — 3.7 mi, 047° NE
Hudson River National Estuarine Research Reserve (Marine Protected Area) — 3.8 mi, 151° SE
Legacy Ridge Viewpoint (Viewpoint) — 3.8 mi, 269° W
Washington Monument (Public Artwork) — 3.9 mi, 056° NE
Garrison Art Center (Arts Centre) — 4.0 mi, 068° E
Hudson Highlands Nature Center - Outdoor Discovery Campus (Museum) — 4.3 mi, 350° N
Iona Island Component Hudson River National Estuarine Research Reserve (Nature Reserve) — 4.6 mi, 153° SE
Studio Tashtego (Gallery) — 5.2 mi, 039° NE
Boring Mill Backshot Wheel (Historic Ruins) — 5.4 mi, 044° NE
Cornish Estate Ruins (Northgate) (Historic Ruins) — 5.9 mi, 026° NE
West Redoubt (Historic Castle / Fort) — 6.5 mi, 134° SE

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