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Acushnet Massachusetts Map

Explore Acushnet, 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 Acushnet, Massachusetts

How to Use This Acushnet, Massachusetts Map

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

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

Latitude	41.680659
Longitude	-70.907816
Population	10,600
Density	280.0 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Code	02743
Area Code	339, 351, 413, 508, 617, 774, 781, 857, 978
County Seat	Taunton

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About Acushnet, Massachusetts

Acushnet is a locality in Bristol County, Massachusetts, United States. It has a population of 10,600. The population density is 280.0 people per km². Acushnet is located at 41.6807°N, 70.9078°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 02743.

Acushnet maintains a quiet presence defined by a landscape of modest elevations and fertile soil that invites the early morning mist to linger in the low-lying fields. It lies 3.0 miles north of Fairhaven, MA (from Fairhaven, MA: bearing 356°T), and is situated 3.4 miles north-northeast of New Bedford. The Acushnet River flows steadily through the territory, carving a path toward the sea and providing a reflective surface that catches the golden hues of the setting sun. Just a short distance away, the quiet waters of Mill Pond offer a sanctuary for local waterfowl and those seeking a moment of stillness. While the Atlantic Ocean sits only two miles from the boundary, the proximity of the coast brings a cooling salt air that shapes the local climate and the character of the vegetation. Beyond the immediate terrain, the distant rise of Beals Ledge marks the horizon, standing as a silent sentinel against the sky.

Acushnet preserves a history deeply rooted in the agricultural traditions that once sustained the pioneers who first cleared these woods. The local economy has evolved from its early reliance on the land to a diverse mix of small-scale industry and commerce that supports the modern needs of the residents. While the bustle of larger manufacturing centers occupies other parts of the region, Acushnet favors a more deliberate pace where business is conducted with a focus on stability and long-term growth. The proximity to the Atlantic Ocean has historically influenced the trade and transport of goods, anchoring the regional economy to the wider maritime networks of the coast. Today, the residents manage to balance the demands of a changing world with the respectful preservation of their inherited trade and labor practices.

Cultural life in Acushnet revolves around the shared spaces that bring neighbors together, such as the expansive grounds of Rivers End Park where the rhythms of the seasons are most keenly felt. The community takes pride in its heritage, often marked by gatherings that honor the traditions of the colonial era and the generations that followed. While the town is not a destination for the famous, it has provided a quiet home for individuals who appreciate the understated grace of a life lived away from the glare of public attention. Notable landmarks remain simple and functional, serving as reminders of a time when craftsmanship and utility were held in high regard. The atmosphere remains one of reserved intelligence and steady resolve, reflecting a collective spirit that values consistency over the fleeting trends of the day.

Nearby Outdoor Places

PJ Keating Woods (Local Conservation Area) — 0.5 mi, 185° S
Pope Park (Local Park) — 0.6 mi, 031° NE
Acushnet Veterans Memorial (Monument) — 0.7 mi, 017° N
Brooklawn Park (Local Park) — 0.8 mi, 253° W
Hamlin Street Conservation Area (Conservation Area) — 1.1 mi, 355° N
Normandin Jr High School (Recreation Easement) — 1.1 mi, 271° W
Town Forest (Local Resource Management Area) — 1.2 mi, 091° E
Pine Grove Conservation Area (Conservation Area) — 1.2 mi, 158° S
Acushnet Cedar Swamp State Reservation (State Park) — 2.1 mi, 287° W
Water District Land (Waterfowl Production Area) — 3.1 mi, 104° E
New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center (Museum) — 3.2 mi, 195° S
Mariner's Home (Museum) — 3.2 mi, 195° S
Seamen's Bethel (Attraction) — 3.3 mi, 195° S
TL6 the Gallery (Gallery) — 3.3 mi, 197° S
New Bedford Art Museum (Museum) — 3.3 mi, 197° S
National Lightship Sailors Memorial (Monument) — 3.3 mi, 192° S
Cape and Islands Ocean Sanctuary (Marine Protected Area) — 3.6 mi, 165° S
Nasketucket Bay State Reservation (State Park) — 3.7 mi, 123° SE
Haskell Swamp Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 4.0 mi, 064° NE
The Gallery (Gallery) — 4.1 mi, 114° SE
Benjamin Rose (Monument) — 4.2 mi, 188° S
Judith Klein Art Gallery (Gallery) — 4.8 mi, 187° S
Path Continues (Attraction) — 4.8 mi, 276° W
Esker (Attraction) — 5.0 mi, 277° W
Battery Milliken (Historic Castle / Fort) — 5.9 mi, 181° S
Clark's Point Light (Attraction) — 6.1 mi, 177° S
Spinwinder (Public Artwork) — 6.1 mi, 237° SW
Wernick Farm Reserve (Nature Reserve) — 7.2 mi, 275° W
Doll Museum (Museum) — 8.8 mi, 214° SW
Kendrick House Museum (Museum) — 11.1 mi, 059° NE

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