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Canton Massachusetts Map

Explore Canton, 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 Canton, Massachusetts

How to Use This Canton, Massachusetts Map

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

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

Latitude	42.158432
Longitude	-71.144773
Population	23,600
Density	750.0 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Code	02021
Area Code	339, 351, 413, 508, 617, 774, 781, 857, 978
County Seat	Dedham

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About Canton, Massachusetts

Canton is a locality in Norfolk County, Massachusetts, United States. It has a population of 23,600. The population density is 750.0 people per km². Canton is located at 42.1584°N, 71.1448°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 02021.

Canton occupies a landscape defined by the persistent, winding movement of the East Branch Neponset River. It lies 3.0 miles northeast of Sharon, MA (from Sharon, MA: bearing 36°T), and is situated 8.3 miles northwest of Brockton. Granite outcrops and quiet wetlands characterize the terrain, where the air often carries the damp, earthy scent of the surrounding lowlands. The presence of Forge Pond adds a reflective stillness to the local topography, mirroring the shifting colors of the canopy throughout the changing seasons. To the west, the elevated silhouettes of the Blue Hill Range provide a constant, shadowed horizon line against the afternoon sky. Residents frequently find respite in the quiet trails of the Curtis Rd. Conservation Area, where the land remains largely undisturbed by the pace of modern construction.

Canton emerged from early colonial foundations, shifting from an agrarian past into a center of focused industrial ingenuity. The power provided by local waterways once fueled mills that gave shape to the regional economy, establishing a tradition of manufacturing that transformed the local landscape. Over time, the integration of rail and road networks allowed Canton to evolve, attracting residents who sought a balance between professional advancement and a quieter domestic life. Today, the town maintains a diverse economic base that supports a steady, measured prosperity. This transition from early production to contemporary commerce reflects a quiet resilience, ensuring that the character of the place remains firmly rooted in its own distinct history.

Canton fosters a cultural identity that values both its historical depth and a thoughtful, modern outlook on civic life. The community preserves its heritage through the maintenance of significant landmarks, which stand as quiet markers of the generations that preceded the current residents. Notable figures such as the renowned illustrator Paul Revere, who once operated a copper rolling mill nearby, left an indelible mark on the industrious spirit of the region. Local events often center around the shared spaces of the town, encouraging a sense of connection that defines the daily experience of those living here. This environment rewards those who appreciate the subtle details of their surroundings, from the architecture of older buildings to the quiet interactions in public spaces. The collective character of Canton persists as a reflection of its people, who continue to shape the future while honoring the quiet gravity of their home.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Canton High School (Recreation Easement) — 0.2 mi, 006° N
Mildred Morse Allen Wildlife Sanctuary (Conservation Area) — 0.2 mi, 026° NE
Bolivar Swimming Area (Local Park) — 0.5 mi, 161° S
Messinger St. Playground (Local Park) — 0.7 mi, 191° S
Neponset River Reservation (State Conservation Area) — 0.9 mi, 293° NW
Knollwood Memorial Park (State Conservation Area) — 1.0 mi, 240° SW
Wd Prop. Off Pleasant St. (Waterfowl Production Area) — 1.0 mi, 129° SE
Kennedy School (Recreation Easement) — 1.1 mi, 359° N
Conservation Land Off Tolman S (Local Conservation Area) — 1.2 mi, 207° SW
Canton Community Theater: South Plaza (Theatre) — 1.4 mi, 182° S
Canton Watershed Area (Waterfowl Production Area) — 2.0 mi, 118° SE
Paul X. Walsh Memorial Park (Monument) — 2.1 mi, 158° S
Blue Hills Reservation (State Park) — 2.1 mi, 020° N
Toothy!!! (Public Artwork) — 2.2 mi, 150° SE
Federick H. Pye Memorial Park (Monument) — 2.2 mi, 152° SE
KIA Andrew R. Wood Jr. Memorial (Monument) — 2.2 mi, 108° E
Path Continues (Attraction) — 4.1 mi, 024° NE
Borderland State Park (State Park) — 4.6 mi, 187° S
C.W.Welch Fish & Game Preserve (Nature Reserve) — 4.7 mi, 149° SE
Nike Missile Launch Site BO-55 (Historic Ruins) — 4.7 mi, 052° NE
Overlook (Viewpoint) — 4.7 mi, 179° S
Children's Museum Easton (Museum) — 6.7 mi, 161° S
Ames Boulder (Attraction) — 6.8 mi, 188° S
Captain Robert Bennet Forbes House (Museum) — 8.4 mi, 029° NE
Medfield Historical Society Museum (Museum) — 8.4 mi, 283° W
Orpehum Theatre (Theatre) — 8.4 mi, 220° SW
Lowell Mason Museum and Music Center (Museum) — 8.5 mi, 286° W
Dwight-Derby House Museum (Museum) — 8.6 mi, 284° W
Weymouth Great Pond Ice Industry Waterfall Dam Ruins (Historic Ruins) — 9.2 mi, 085° E
Foundation & Chimney (Attraction) — 9.2 mi, 318° NW

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