ZIP Code 12870: Schroon Lake, New York
ZIP code 12870 is assigned to Schroon Lake, New York, and lies within Essex County. Its reference point is at latitude 43.8412 and longitude -73.7674 (43°50'28.3"N 73°46'02.6"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 12870
12870 is the only ZIP code listed for Schroon Lake, NY in our directory.
Across Essex County there are 31 ZIP codes listed, and New York has 2,307 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 12858 in Paradox, NY, about 7.0 mi to the northeast.
| ZIP code | 12870 |
|---|---|
| City | Schroon Lake |
| County | Essex County |
| State | New York (NY) |
| Latitude | 43.8412 |
| Longitude | -73.7674 |
| DMS | 43°50'28.3"N 73°46'02.6"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 12858 (Paradox, 7.0 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 12870
Map centered on 43.8412, -73.7674. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Schroon Lake, NY
ZIP Codes Near 12870
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 12870, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 12870, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Paradox, NY (7.0 mi northeast), Adirondack, NY (8.6 mi south) and Olmstedville, NY (9.3 mi southwest). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Paradox, NY – 7.0 mi northeast
- Adirondack, NY – 8.6 mi south
- Olmstedville, NY – 9.3 mi southwest
- Brant Lake, NY – 10 mi south
- North Hudson, NY – 10 mi north
- North Creek, NY – 11 mi southwest
- Minerva, NY – 12 mi west
- Hague, NY – 14 mi southeast
- Chestertown, NY – 14 mi south
- Riparius, NY – 14 mi southwest
Schools Near Schroon Lake, NY
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 12870 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Schroon Lake and Essex County.
Searching nearby communities such as Paradox and Adirondack can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 12870.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Schroon Lake, NY are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 12870.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Schroon Lake, NY can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 12870 may also use facilities in nearby Paradox, Adirondack and Olmstedville.
Shopping and Dining in Schroon Lake
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 12870 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Schroon Lake, New York can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 12870.
To research local history, try searching for Essex County records and archives along with the name Schroon Lake.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 12870, Paradox lies about 7.0 mi to the northeast, Adirondack lies about 8.6 mi to the south, Olmstedville lies about 9.3 mi to the southwest, Brant Lake lies about 10 mi to the south and North Hudson lies about 10 mi to the north. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Schroon Lake show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 12870
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Schroon Lake from Severance Hill”): Andy Arthur, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Paradox Lake from Severance Hill”): Andy Arthur, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“Greetings from Scaroon Manor on Schroon Lake, New York - Large Letter Postcard (5885646970)”): Steve Shook from Moscow, Idaho, USA, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 4 (“Pharaoh Lake Wilderness”): Andy Arthur, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
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Data for ZIP code 12870 comes from a public U.S. postal code dataset and is provided for general reference. Always confirm mailing details with the U.S. Postal Service.