Cobourg Ontario Map

About Cobourg, Ontario

Cobourg is a town in Northumberland, Ontario, Canada. It is classified as a large city. Cobourg is located at 43.9631°N, 78.1647°W.

Cobourg rests upon the northern shore of Lake Ontario, where the horizon dissolves into a vast, slate-blue expanse that dictates the temper of the local air. It lies 39.9 km south-south-east of Peterborough, ON (from Peterborough, ON: bearing 160°T), and is situated 11.7 km west-south-west of Grafton. The land rises with a quiet insistence toward the Pidgeon Hill, a feature that anchors the terrain against the wider, flatter fields of the surrounding Northumberland countryside. When the wind moves off the water, it carries a sharp, metallic clarity that lingers in the streets, cooling the summer heat and defining the boundary between the earth and the endless, open sky. The history of Cobourg is deeply rooted in its function as a port, a place where the movement of goods and people across the water shaped its early prosperity and subsequent growth. While the economy has shifted away from the heavy reliance on maritime trade that once defined its docks, the influence of industry remains visible in the sturdy, brick-built architecture that stands along the main thoroughfares. Nearby, the Ganaraska River flows through the landscape about 10 km away, and the Ganaraska Millenium Conservation Area, also situated about 10 km from the center, continues to serve as a reminder of the region’s commitment to preserving the natural corridors that sustain the local ecology. Life in Cobourg maintains a distinct character, marked by a balance between the quiet persistence of its heritage and the seasonal influx of those drawn to its lakeside charm. The community finds its rhythm in the annual gatherings and summer festivals that transform the waterfront into a focal point for public life, casting a golden, flickering light against the Victorian facades of the downtown core. This setting has long attracted individuals who value a deliberate pace, fostering an environment where the intersection of civic tradition and the natural presence of Lake Ontario creates a singular sense of belonging.

About This Cobourg Map Page

Explore Cobourg, Ontario, Canada, with an embedded street and satellite map — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 43.963056, -78.164722. Live weather conditions and 7-day forecasts — including hourly outlooks — are provided through Open-Meteo, while real-time local and world news feeds help keep the page current. Editorial summaries provide additional local information and context.

Detailed location data for Cobourg includes the postal code (K9A), telephone area code (226, 249, 289, 343, 365, 382, 416, 437, 519, 548, 613, 647, 705, 742, 807, 905). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any Canadian city or town.

Location data for Cobourg is sourced from the Canadian Geographical Names Database (CGN), Natural Resources Canada, and verified by coordinates rather than name matching alone. GPS coordinates, province, administrative location and place type are shown in the information panel above.