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Ashland Massachusetts Map

Explore Ashland, 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 Ashland, Massachusetts

How to Use This Ashland, Massachusetts Map

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

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

Latitude	42.261207
Longitude	-71.463396
Population	17,400
Density	680.0 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Code	01721
Area Code	339, 351, 413, 508, 617, 774, 781, 857, 978
County Seat	Cambridge

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About Ashland, Massachusetts

Ashland is a locality in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States. It has a population of 17,400. The population density is 680.0 people per km². Ashland is located at 42.2612°N, 71.4634°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 01721.

Ashland anchors itself firmly within the inland landscape of Massachusetts, defined by the quiet persistence of the Sudbury River as it winds through the terrain. It lies 2.7 miles west-southwest of Framingham, MA (from Framingham, MA: bearing 243°T), and is situated 7.4 miles southeast of Marlborough. The water of the Sudbury River provides a steady, rhythmic pulse to the environment, carving a path through the earth that supports the local flora and fauna. Residents often gather near the Mindess Elementary School Athletic Fields to watch the light change over the open grass as the day fades. From these fields, the distant, hazy silhouette of Satans Kingdom serves as a rugged reminder of the broader regional geology. Reservoir Pond sits quietly nearby, offering a reflective surface that mirrors the shifting clouds and the changing colors of the seasons. The air here carries the scent of damp earth and seasonal growth, grounding the senses in a landscape far removed from the clamor of the distant coast.

Ashland evolved from its early agricultural roots into a hub of mid-nineteenth-century industrial innovation, particularly through the production of boots and shoes. This heritage of manual labor and craftsmanship shaped the infrastructure of the streets, leaving behind a legacy of resilience and practical ingenuity. As the economy shifted, the local focus transitioned toward modern commerce and professional services, yet the influence of those early factories remains visible in the sturdy, utilitarian architecture of the center. Today, the economy remains diverse, drawing energy from the industrious spirit of its workforce and the steady flow of regional trade. The transition from agrarian fields to productive centers of industry reflects a long-standing commitment to growth and self-sufficiency.

Ashland fosters a cultural character defined by a quiet, collective dedication to local education and community-led events. The Mindess Elementary School Athletic Fields serve as a focal point for the town, hosting gatherings that bring neighbors together under the expanse of the inland sky. Notable individuals, such as the influential author Henry David Thoreau, famously walked these woods and waterways, finding inspiration in the subtle interactions between the natural world and the human spirit. Local events emphasize a sense of shared purpose, reinforcing the bonds that sustain the population through the changing seasons. The atmosphere remains one of focused activity, where the pace of life reflects the steady, unhurried flow of the nearby water.

Nearby Outdoor Places

War veterans memorial (Monument) — 0.1 mi, 226° SW
Stone Park (Local Park) — 0.2 mi, 211° SW
Ashland High School (Recreation Easement) — 0.7 mi, 100° E
Ashland Middle And High Schools (Recreation Easement) — 0.7 mi, 227° SW
Sudbury River Park (Local Park) — 0.9 mi, 275° W
Ashland State Park (State Park) — 1.0 mi, 183° S
Unknown Park (Local Conservation Area) — 1.0 mi, 153° SE
Unspecified (Conservation Area) — 1.3 mi, 265° W
Hopkinton State Park (State Park) — 1.8 mi, 280° W
Boston Paint Ball (Theme Park) — 1.9 mi, 109° E
Sudbury Aqueduct (Waterfowl Production Area) — 2.2 mi, 043° NE
Sudbury Reservoir Watershed (Waterfowl Production Area) — 2.4 mi, 013° N
Blacksmith Minuteman Statue (Monument) — 3.0 mi, 034° NE
Treehouse (Viewpoint) — 3.0 mi, 191° S
Danforth Art (Museum) — 3.2 mi, 026° NE
Path Continues (Attraction) — 3.3 mi, 237° SW
Watkins Woods Plaque (Monument) — 3.3 mi, 292° W
Hoyt Statue (Public Artwork) — 3.5 mi, 231° SW
Boston Marathon Starting Line (Attraction) — 3.5 mi, 232° SW
Imax (Cinema) — 4.1 mi, 055° NE
Hopkinton Center for the Arts (Arts Centre) — 4.1 mi, 222° SW
Caffrey family house foundation (1790s) (Historic Ruins) — 5.8 mi, 239° SW
Old Foundation (Historic Ruins) — 6.1 mi, 167° S
Great Meadows National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 6.2 mi, 034° NE · 7,706 acres
Keiter Center (Theatre) — 6.5 mi, 070° E
Chattering Rock (Attraction) — 6.5 mi, 191° S
Teetering Rock (Attraction) — 6.5 mi, 194° S
Dewey Farm Conservation Land (Nature Reserve) — 7.2 mi, 136° SE
Cassidy Farm Conservation Land (Nature Reserve) — 7.4 mi, 136° SE
Assabet River National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 8.1 mi, 358° N · 4,714 acres

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