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

Latitude	41.611771
Longitude	-70.938372
Population	5,480
Density	1056.9 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Code	02748
Area Code	339, 351, 413, 508, 617, 774, 781, 857, 978
County Seat	Taunton
School District	Dartmouth School District

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About Bliss Corner, Massachusetts

Bliss Corner is a locality in Bristol County, Massachusetts, United States. It has a population of approximately 5,480. The population density is 1056.9 people per km². Bliss Corner is located at 41.6118°N, 70.9384°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 02748.

Bliss Corner occupies a distinct maritime edge where the land yields to the expansive reach of the Atlantic Ocean. It lies 1.7 miles south of New Bedford, MA (from New Bedford, MA: bearing 187°T), and is situated 2.9 miles east-southeast of Dartmouth. Salt-heavy air defines the atmosphere here, carrying the scent of drying kelp and the damp, cool exhales of the rising tide. The terrain remains low and steady, though a slight depression known as Fort Flat provides a subtle variation in the coastal topography two miles inland. Residents often look toward the horizon where the distant silhouette of Beals Ledge marks the far edge of the regional geography. A short mile away, the quiet currents of Buttonwood Brook offer a narrow, freshwater counterpoint to the salt spray that defines the local climate.

Industrial life in Bliss Corner has long been anchored by its proximity to the water and the practical needs of a working coastline. Early settlement patterns followed the rhythms of the sea, with the local economy shifting from traditional maritime harvests to more modern commercial ventures over time. While the local landscape is defined by the proximity of the Atlantic Ocean, the internal economy benefits from the inland reach of areas like Fort Flat, which historically supported small-scale agricultural efforts. The nearby Westport Town Forest serves as a reminder of the dense, wilder ecosystems that once blanketed the region before the arrival of modern infrastructure. Trade and artisanal production remain the primary engines of the local economy, keeping the pace of life tethered to the seasonal cycles of the coast.

Cultural life in Bliss Corner finds its most quiet expression at Clarks Cove, a sanctuary where the land remains protected and undisturbed by the encroaching pace of modern development. The character of the neighborhood is shaped by the presence of Old Bartlemy, an island that stands as a solitary sentry just off the coast and influences the local maritime identity. Residents often gather near the water to watch the light change over the Atlantic Ocean, noting how the gray hues of the sky mirror the weathered cedar shingles of the oldest homes. While the region is not defined by the presence of famous figures, the people here share a common appreciation for the solitude offered by the nearby Hawes Pond. Daily life moves with the tides, prioritizing a steady, observant existence that values the natural stillness of the coastal environment above all else.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Clarks Cove (Local Recreation) — 0.4 mi, 126° SE
Demillo School (Recreation Easement) — 0.4 mi, 177° S
Cape and Islands Ocean Sanctuary (Marine Protected Area) — 0.4 mi, 089° E
Camara Field (Local Recreation) — 0.6 mi, 053° NE
Dodge Reserve (Conservation Area) — 0.6 mi, 249° W
Judith Klein Art Gallery (Gallery) — 1.0 mi, 091° E
Benjamin Rose (Monument) — 1.1 mi, 060° NE
Hazelwood Park (Local Park) — 1.2 mi, 106° E
Rodney French Memorial (Monument) — 1.2 mi, 106° E
Buttonwood Park (Local Park) — 1.2 mi, 337° NW
High & Middle School (Recreation Easement) — 1.4 mi, 318° NW
Open Space (Local Conservation Area) — 1.6 mi, 240° SW
New Bedford Art Museum (Museum) — 1.7 mi, 020° N
TL6 the Gallery (Gallery) — 1.7 mi, 021° N
National Lightship Sailors Memorial (Monument) — 1.8 mi, 030° NE
Seagrass Studio (Gallery) — 1.8 mi, 192° S
Seamen's Bethel (Attraction) — 1.8 mi, 025° NE
State Pier (State Recreation Area) — 1.8 mi, 030° NE
Mariner's Home (Museum) — 1.8 mi, 025° NE
New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center (Museum) — 1.9 mi, 024° NE
Battery Milliken (Historic Castle / Fort) — 1.9 mi, 127° SE
Fort Phoenix State Reservation (State Park) — 2.1 mi, 065° NE
Clark's Point Light (Attraction) — 2.3 mi, 124° SE
Spinwinder (Public Artwork) — 3.8 mi, 292° W
Doll Museum (Museum) — 4.2 mi, 233° SW
Acushnet Cedar Swamp State Reservation (State Park) — 5.1 mi, 336° NW
Path Continues (Attraction) — 6.2 mi, 328° NW
Esker (Attraction) — 6.4 mi, 328° NW
Ocean View Farm Reserve (Nature Reserve) — 6.5 mi, 213° SW
Wernick Farm Reserve (Nature Reserve) — 7.8 mi, 314° NW

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