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Boxford Massachusetts Map

Explore Boxford, 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 Boxford, Massachusetts

How to Use This Boxford, Massachusetts Map

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

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

Latitude	42.663712
Longitude	-70.984216
Population	2,432
Density	175.1 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Code	01921
Area Code	339, 351, 413, 508, 617, 774, 781, 857, 978
County Seat	Salem
School District	Boxford School District

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About Boxford, Massachusetts

Boxford is a locality in Essex County, Massachusetts, United States. It has a population of approximately 2,432. The population density is 175.1 people per km². Boxford is located at 42.6637°N, 70.9842°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 01921.

Boxford reveals its character through the quiet, persistent movement of Fish Brook as it meanders through a landscape defined by deep woods and uneven ground. It lies 4.7 miles north-northeast of Middleton, MA (from Middleton, MA: bearing 12°T), and is situated 8.9 miles south-southeast of Merrimack Valley. The terrain rises toward the modest prominence of Long Hill, a peak that offers a vantage point over the dense canopy of the surrounding region. Only two miles away, the expansive tracts of Boxford State Forest provide a sanctuary for native wildlife and a dense, verdant buffer against the rush of the outside world. A short distance to the north, the tranquil waters of Crooked Pond reflect the shifting sky, while the proximity of the Atlantic Ocean, situated eight miles away, lends a subtle, salt-tinged quality to the evening air. Even at the Harry Lee Cole Elementary School Playground, one feels the hushed, deliberate pace of a place that values its connection to the earth.

Boxford emerged from colonial roots as an agrarian settlement, gradually transitioning into a quiet residential enclave that retains its rural, wooded identity. The local economy shifted long ago from early mill-based operations and small-scale farming to a modern focus on professional services and independent enterprise. Residents here prioritize a deliberate, intentional way of life, eschewing the frantic commercial density found in larger centers. The historical narrative of the region is preserved in the care taken with its older structures, which stand as quiet witnesses to the generations that cleared these fields and maintained the waterways. Today, the economic vitality of Boxford remains tied to its high quality of life and its reputation as a place where the preservation of land is held in high regard.

The cultural identity of Boxford is defined by a quiet, reflective spirit that prioritizes education and a deep appreciation for its natural surroundings. Landmarks such as the local historical sites serve as anchors for the community, grounding the present in a long-standing tradition of civic engagement. While the area is largely defined by its private, residential character, it has been home to individuals of note, such as the accomplished author and illustrator Tomie dePaola, who found inspiration in the quiet atmosphere of the region. Local events are often centered on seasonal cycles, drawing families together for gatherings that celebrate the transition of the light and the changing colors of the forest. The proximity to Wolcott Island provides a unique focal point for those interested in the area’s geography, reinforcing a sense of place that is both distinct and enduring. Life in Boxford moves with a steady, unhurried cadence, allowing for a deep, contemplative engagement with the environment and the people who inhabit it.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Maddock Wildlife Reserve (Conservation Area) — 0.2 mi, 179° S
Holyoke-French House (Historic Ruins) — 0.7 mi, 254° W
Harry Lee Cole Elementary School Playground (Recreation Easement) — 0.8 mi, 253° W
Pyle Brook Park (Local Park) — 0.9 mi, 090° E
Mary A Herrick Forest (Conservation Area) — 1.2 mi, 309° NW
Unknown Park (Local Park) — 1.2 mi, 034° NE
Cleaveland Farm (State Resource Management Area) — 1.2 mi, 033° NE
J. C. Phillips Sanctuary (State Conservation Area) — 1.3 mi, 214° SW
Boxford State Forest (State Resource Management Area) — 1.4 mi, 234° SW
Stevens Pond Conservation Area (Local Conservation Area) — 1.4 mi, 331° NW
Topsfield Town Forest (Local Resource Management Area) — 1.4 mi, 081° E
Nancy Merill Trail Memorial (Monument) — 1.6 mi, 184° S
Russel Homestead (Historic Ruins) — 2.3 mi, 215° SW
Wunnegen Dedication (Monument) — 2.3 mi, 193° S
Jacob Perkins Grave (Monument) — 2.4 mi, 349° N
Wildcat Ledge Overlook (Viewpoint) — 2.6 mi, 301° NW
Baldpate Pond State Park (State Park) — 2.6 mi, 345° N
Connors Farm (Attraction) — 4.6 mi, 147° SE
Kaneb Theatre (Theatre) — 6.0 mi, 163° S
Future Home of the Massachusetts Air and Space Museum (Museum) — 6.5 mi, 146° SE
Trinity Stadium (Stadium) — 7.4 mi, 336° NW
Bicentennial Statue (Public Artwork) — 7.5 mi, 263° W
Rocky Hill Road Reservation (Nature Reserve) — 7.6 mi, 242° SW
Steinbeck Theater (Theatre) — 7.6 mi, 262° W
Old machinery exhibit (Museum) — 7.6 mi, 290° W
Parker River National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 8.4 mi, 059° NE · 14k acres
Buttonwoods Museum (Museum) — 8.6 mi, 331° NW
Lawrence Heritage State Park - Visitors Center (Museum) — 9.3 mi, 289° W
John Canot House and Visitor Center (Museum) — 9.7 mi, 147° SE
Salem Art Gallery (Gallery) — 10.3 mi, 152° SE

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