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Acton Massachusetts Map

Explore Acton, Massachusetts, 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 Acton, Massachusetts

How to Use This Acton, Massachusetts Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Acton, Massachusetts. 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 Massachusetts 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 Acton.

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	Acton
State	Massachusetts (MA)
County	Middlesex County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	42.485093
Longitude	-71.43284
Population	23,800
Density	560.0 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Codes	01720, 01718
Area Code	339, 351, 413, 508, 617, 774, 781, 857, 978
County Seat	Cambridge

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About Acton, Massachusetts

Acton is a locality in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States. It has a population of 23,800. The population density is 560.0 people per km². Acton is located at 42.4851°N, 71.4328°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP codes: 01720, 01718.

Acton defines its own character through a landscape of quiet, inland woodlands and glacial remnants that span the interior of the region. It lies 3.7 miles north-northeast of Maynard, MA (from Maynard, MA: bearing 13°T), and is situated 7.9 miles west of Middlesex. The terrain of Acton is marked by the presence of the Isaac Davis Trail, which provides a direct path for those moving through the quiet, forested corridors. Nearby, Nashoba Brook meanders through the low-lying terrain, offering a steady flow of water that supports the local flora, while Grassy Pond serves as a reflective, tranquil feature just a short distance away. To the horizon, the distant silhouettes of Authors Ridge provide a sense of scale to the surrounding plains. The air here holds a distinct crispness, particularly as the low afternoon light catches the amber leaves in the late autumn months.

Acton traces its roots back to colonial agricultural settlements, where the soil and timber provided the initial foundation for the local economy. Over the centuries, the focus shifted from agrarian pursuits to the development of small-scale mills that utilized the energy of the local waterways. Today, the economy of Acton is driven by a blend of professional services and light industrial enterprises that occupy the modern office parks dotting the landscape. The growth of these industries has been steady, mirroring the broader shifts in the state’s intellectual and technical output. Residents often commute to nearby hubs, yet they maintain a distinct local identity that prioritizes the preservation of the open, wooded spaces that define the town. This balance between historical roots and modern commerce creates a functional, deliberate pace of life.

Cultural life in Acton is characterized by a strong emphasis on civic engagement and the preservation of historical artifacts that link current generations to the past. The Isaac Davis Trail serves as more than just a path, acting as a reminder of the local figures who played significant roles in the early revolutionary history of the region. Notable individuals like the patriot Isaac Davis are commemorated for their contributions to the foundational ideals of the nation. Throughout the year, the community gathers for events that highlight the local spirit, often utilizing the public greens and school facilities as natural centers for interaction. The atmosphere remains grounded, favoring a quiet, studious character that permeates the local libraries and public spaces. It is a place where the weight of history is felt not in grand monuments, but in the careful maintenance of the land and the shared memory of its inhabitants.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Isaac Davis Monument (Monument) — 0.0 mi, 321° NW
Luther Conant Elementary School Playground (Recreation Easement) — 0.6 mi, 201° S
Ice House Pond (Local Park) — 0.8 mi, 101° E
John Robbins Foundation (Historic Ruins) — 0.8 mi, 124° SE
Acton-Boxborough Regional Junior And High School Recreational Fields (Recreation Easement) — 1.0 mi, 246° SW
Wetherbee Conservation Area (Local Conservation Area) — 1.0 mi, 142° SE
Whittier Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 1.0 mi, 014° N
Hosmer House Museum (Museum) — 1.1 mi, 238° SW
Stone Pile (Attraction) — 1.1 mi, 353° N
Arlington Street Woods (Local Park) — 1.2 mi, 288° W
Nashoba Brook Conservation Area (Local Conservation Area) — 1.4 mi, 034° NE
Preserved Quarry Site (Historic Ruins) — 1.5 mi, 356° N
Nagog Pond (State Resource Management Area) — 1.7 mi, 355° N
Lake Nagog Shore (Waterfowl Production Area) — 1.7 mi, 341° N
Old Stone Chamber (Attraction) — 1.9 mi, 035° NE
Mead Stone (Monument) — 2.2 mi, 254° W
Pond View (Viewpoint) — 2.7 mi, 033° NE
Concord Youth Theatre (Theatre) — 2.8 mi, 136° SE
Diamond Crossing (Attraction) — 2.8 mi, 134° SE
Captain Sargent Homestead Foundation (Attraction) — 3.6 mi, 224° SW
Fine Arts Theatre (Cinema) — 3.7 mi, 195° S
Barbara Erwin Gallery (Gallery) — 3.8 mi, 196° S
Artspace (Arts Centre) — 3.8 mi, 196° S
Prouty Woods Community Forest Memorial (Monument) — 4.2 mi, 324° NW
Minute Man Statue (Public Artwork) — 4.3 mi, 105° E
Assabet River National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 4.5 mi, 200° S · 4,714 acres
Three Stones Gallery (Gallery) — 4.6 mi, 112° E
Lucy Lacoste Gallery (Gallery) — 4.6 mi, 112° E
Walden Pond State Reservation (State Park) — 4.8 mi, 125° SE
Great Meadows National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 5.4 mi, 145° SE · 7,706 acres

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