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Barre Massachusetts Map

Explore Barre, 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 Barre, Massachusetts

How to Use This Barre, Massachusetts Map

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

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

Latitude	42.422868
Longitude	-72.105079
Population	1,029
Density	251.1 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Code	01005
Area Code	339, 351, 413, 508, 617, 774, 781, 857, 978
County Seat	Worcester
School District	Quabbin School District

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About Barre, Massachusetts

Barre is a locality in Worcester County, Massachusetts, United States. It has a population of approximately 1,029. The population density is 251.1 people per km². Barre is located at 42.4229°N, 72.1051°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 01005.

Barre holds a quiet presence amidst the inland landscape, defined by a terrain that rises and falls with the deliberate pace of the seasons. It lies 11.8 miles south-southwest of Gardner, MA (from Gardner, MA: bearing 207°T), and is situated 8.8 miles west-northwest of Rutland. Dicks Brook meanders through the landscape, carving a path that sustains the local flora and provides a rhythmic pulse to the woods. Beyond the immediate canopy, Barre State Forest offers a dense expanse of timber that deepens the shade during the long afternoons. The presence of the Barre Town Reservoir provides a reflective surface that captures the shifting gray and gold of the sky at dusk. To the west, the Burnshirt Hills define the horizon, their silhouettes standing firm against the changing weather patterns. Within the bounds of Cooks Canyon Wildlife Sanctuary, the earth reveals a rugged texture that encourages a slower, more observant way of walking.

Settlement in Barre grew from a foundation of agrarian industry, where the soil and timber dictated the survival of early residents. The local economy transitioned over time from subsistence farming to a mix of small-scale manufacturing and service-oriented work that supports the daily needs of the residents. While the bustle of larger industrial centers remains distant, the people of Barre maintain a steady focus on craftsmanship and the upkeep of their properties. The legacy of the land is preserved in the architecture of the older structures, which stand as functional artifacts of a labor-intensive past. Today, the focus remains on sustaining a local rhythm that favors consistency over rapid expansion. This dedication to a grounded way of life ensures that the economic character of the region remains tethered to its original, practical roots.

Cultural life in Barre is marked by a quiet, deliberate sense of independence that respects both the individual and the collective heritage. The town green serves as a focal point for public gatherings, reflecting a traditional arrangement that has persisted through many generations. Notable figures such as the abolitionist and writer William Wells Brown, who spent time in the region, left an intellectual imprint that still informs the local atmosphere. Events here are often tied to the seasonal cycles, drawing participants together to celebrate the harvest or the turning of the leaves. Landmarks like the local historical society buildings offer a glimpse into the narratives that shaped the identity of the people. Through these communal efforts, Barre maintains a distinct character that values historical continuity and a thoughtful, measured approach to modern life.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Cooks Canyon Sanctuary (Conservation Area) — 0.3 mi, 179° S
Ruggles Lane School (Recreation Easement) — 0.4 mi, 335° NW
Prince River Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 0.9 mi, 004° N
Moose Brook Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 1.3 mi, 230° SW
Quabbin Regional High School (Recreation Easement) — 1.4 mi, 199° S
Barre State Forest (State Resource Management Area) — 1.6 mi, 101° E
Rutland Brook Wildlife Sanctuary (Conservation Area) — 1.7 mi, 312° NW
Ware River Watershed (Waterfowl Production Area) — 1.8 mi, 095° E
Rocking Stone Park (Local Park) — 2.6 mi, 289° W
Trail Continues (Attraction) — 4.0 mi, 305° NW
Williams Homestead Ruins (Historic Ruins) — 4.2 mi, 309° NW
Quabbin Reservoir Watershed (Waterfowl Production Area) — 4.3 mi, 351° N
Path Continues (Attraction) — 4.5 mi, 313° NW
Old Fannie H. Snow Grave Site (Historic Ruins) — 5.5 mi, 283° W
Rutland State Park (State Park) — 5.9 mi, 127° SE
Old Town Hall (Attraction) — 6.2 mi, 270° W
Dana Common Historical Rock (Monument) — 6.2 mi, 270° W
Dana Common Memorial (Monument) — 6.2 mi, 270° W
Old Schoolhouse (Attraction) — 6.2 mi, 270° W
Survey Disk- TT 12 GA 1942 (Monument) — 7.2 mi, 266° W
Fisher Museum (Museum) — 8.7 mi, 330° NW
Wachusett Mountain State Reservation (State Park) — 8.8 mi, 075° E
Gardner Cinemas (Cinema) — 11.2 mi, 032° NE
Art on the Rocks (Gallery) — 11.2 mi, 032° NE
Studio 4 Potters & Gallery (Gallery) — 12.0 mi, 028° NE
ArtWorks Gallery (Gallery) — 13.2 mi, 212° SW
Enfield Look Out (Viewpoint) — 14.1 mi, 236° SW
South Royalston Chicken (Public Artwork) — 14.5 mi, 351° N
Indian Amphitheater (Theatre) — 15.0 mi, 128° SE
Stratos Dukakis Performing Arts Center (Theatre) — 15.7 mi, 053° NE

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