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Braintree Massachusetts Map

Explore Braintree, 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 Braintree, Massachusetts

How to Use This Braintree, Massachusetts Map

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

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

Latitude	42.222322
Longitude	-70.999492
Population	37,200
Density	1050.0 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Codes	02184, 02185
Area Code	339, 351, 413, 508, 617, 774, 781, 857, 978
County Seat	Dedham

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About Braintree, Massachusetts

Braintree is a locality in Norfolk County, Massachusetts, United States. It has a population of 37,200. The population density is 1050.0 people per km². Braintree is located at 42.2223°N, 70.9995°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP codes: 02184, 02185.

Braintree maintains a distinct presence where the Monatiquot River winds steadily through the landscape, shaping the quiet movement of the land toward the nearby Atlantic Ocean. It lies 2.1 miles south of Quincy, MA (from Quincy, MA: bearing 176°T), and is situated 10.0 miles south-southeast of Greater Boston. The atmosphere here carries a particular clarity, especially when the light shifts across the water just two miles from the coastline. To the west, the Southeast Ridge rises on the horizon, providing a solid boundary to the view, while the waters of the Old Quincy Reservoir sit peacefully only a mile away. The local terrain feels grounded and deliberate, marked by the proximity of Broad Meadows three miles distant. Residents often find a sense of stillness in the open spaces near East Jr. High School, which serves as a central point for the daily life of the neighborhood. Even as the wind brings the salt air of the Atlantic Ocean inland, the geography remains defined by these specific, measured distances.

Settlers arrived in Braintree with a focus on utilizing the natural resources of the terrain, eventually fostering an economy that transitioned from early agricultural roots to a significant hub for granite quarrying. This industrial legacy shaped the very foundations of the buildings and infrastructure, leaving a mark on the local character that persists today. Over time, the economy diversified, shifting toward the professional and service sectors that now support the residents of Braintree. The labor of those who worked the stone and the soil established a tradition of steady, industrious activity that defines the local pace. Modern commerce continues to evolve, yet the memory of those earlier, rugged industries remains a quiet influence on the way the streets are organized.

Braintree holds a place in the national narrative as the birthplace of two American presidents, John Adams and John Quincy Adams, whose influence remains felt in the intellectual heritage of the region. The cultural character is one of quiet, literate resolve, reflecting a history that values civic participation and the preservation of local landmarks. Residents often gather for seasonal events that celebrate this deep-rooted identity, fostering a sense of connection that spans generations. While Cat Island remains a distant, evocative silhouette against the horizon, the daily rhythm of life is centered on schools and community spaces that anchor the population. This sense of continuity ensures that Braintree remains a place where the weight of the past informs the modest, purposeful ambitions of the present.

Nearby Outdoor Places

East Jr. High School (Recreation Easement) — 0.4 mi, 089° E
Abagail Adams Cairn (Monument) — 0.8 mi, 007° N
Faxon Park (Local Park) — 0.9 mi, 011° N
Lakeside School (Local Recreation) — 0.9 mi, 272° W
Water Department Land (Waterfowl Production Area) — 1.0 mi, 272° W
Braintree High School Athletic Fields (Recreation Easement) — 1.3 mi, 220° SW
Sunset Lake (Local Park) — 1.4 mi, 202° S
Sacco & Vanzetti Victims (Monument) — 1.4 mi, 181° S
Pond Meadow Park (Local Conservation Area) — 1.5 mi, 145° SE
Ames Pond Dam Removal Site (Viewpoint) — 1.6 mi, 186° S
Blue Hills Reservation (State Park) — 1.7 mi, 280° W
Hollis Memorial Golf Course (State Conservation Area) — 1.7 mi, 196° S
Ashwood Cemetery (Monument) — 1.8 mi, 106° E
Great Pond Area (Waterfowl Production Area) — 2.0 mi, 239° SW
John Hancock (Public Artwork) — 2.0 mi, 355° N
United States Naval Shipbuilding Museum (Museum) — 2.0 mi, 046° NE
The QArts Gallery (Gallery) — 2.1 mi, 353° N
Quincy Historical Society Museum & Library (Museum) — 2.2 mi, 351° N
Town Forest (State Conservation Area) — 2.6 mi, 186° S
House Rock (Attraction) — 2.8 mi, 101° E
Josiah Quincy House (Museum) — 3.5 mi, 347° N
Herring Run (Attraction) — 3.7 mi, 100° E
Boston Harbor Islands State Park (State Park) — 3.8 mi, 043° NE
Weymouth Great Pond Ice Industry Waterfall Dam Ruins (Historic Ruins) — 4.0 mi, 155° SE
Nike Missile Launch Site BO-55 (Historic Ruins) — 4.0 mi, 248° W
Cameo (Cinema) — 4.1 mi, 143° SE
Muse Paintbar (Arts Centre) — 4.4 mi, 063° NE
Captain Robert Bennet Forbes House (Museum) — 4.4 mi, 311° NW
Patriot Cinemas (Cinema) — 4.5 mi, 063° NE
South Shore Conservatory (Arts Centre) — 4.5 mi, 079° E

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