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East Falmouth Massachusetts Map

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City	East Falmouth
State	Massachusetts (MA)
County	Barnstable County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	41.568248
Longitude	-70.55744
Population	6,278
Density	445.9 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Code	02536
Area Code	339, 351, 413, 508, 617, 774, 781, 857, 978
County Seat	Barnstable
School District	Falmouth School District

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About East Falmouth, Massachusetts

East Falmouth is a locality in Barnstable County, Massachusetts, United States. It has a population of approximately 6,278. The population density is 445.9 people per km². East Falmouth is located at 41.5682°N, 70.5574°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 02536.

East Falmouth occupies a stretch of land where the horizon is defined by the soft, gray light reflecting off the nearby Atlantic Ocean. It lies 3.4 miles east-northeast of Falmouth, MA (from Falmouth, MA: bearing 57°T), and is situated 6.3 miles southwest of Mashpee. The landscape is shaped by the presence of Mill Pond, which rests at the center of the local geography like a mirror held up to the sky. A mile away, the Coonamessett River winds through the terrain, its path carved into the earth long before modern development defined the borders. Two miles from the open coastline, the silhouette of Washburn Island emerges from the water, offering a silent boundary between the solid ground and the salt-heavy air. On the distant horizon, travelers might discern the faint outline of the Monomoy Island Dunes, though they remain far removed from the immediate, quiet character of the soil beneath one's feet.

Agriculture and maritime traditions have long provided the foundation for the resilience found in East Falmouth. Generations of families once cultivated the fields, and today the local economy maintains a steady connection to the land and the nearby sea. While the industrial footprint remains modest, the daily labor of residents reflects a commitment to maintaining the functional integrity of their surroundings. The proximity to the Martha's Vineyard State Forest, located twelve miles away, reminds the population of the vast woodland resources that historically supported the region's growth. Even the distant Rands Harbor contributes to the sense of a wider, interconnected maritime economy that has sustained people here for decades. This work-centered heritage ensures that East Falmouth keeps a practical, grounded pace throughout the changing seasons.

Cultural life in East Falmouth is marked by a quiet, deliberate pace that values communal space and shared history. The East Falmouth Elem. School serves as a vital focal point for the neighborhood, standing as a primary hub for local gatherings and the education of the next generation. Unlike more crowded centers, the atmosphere here favors the subtle shifts in weather and the slow transition of foliage over the noise of rapid expansion. While the region lacks the towering peaks of distant ranges, the identity of the people is forged in the flat, expansive vistas that invite contemplation. Notable individuals who have contributed to the arts and sciences often find their way to this part of the coast, drawn by the same clarity of light that inspires a literate, understated way of life. The daily rhythm of East Falmouth remains consistent, defined by the simple beauty of the tide and the steady, unpretentious spirit of its residents.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Donald Whelden Preserve (Local Conservation Area) — 0.3 mi, 324° NW
East Falmouth Elem. School (Recreation Easement) — 0.5 mi, 345° N
Bella Shephard Reserve (Conservation Area) — 0.8 mi, 152° SE
Washburn Island (State Resource Management Area) — 1.1 mi, 155° SE
Waquoit Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve (Marine Protected Area) — 1.1 mi, 154° SE
Cape and Islands Ocean Sanctuary (Marine Protected Area) — 1.2 mi, 156° SE
Baptiste Lane Conservation (State Conservation Area) — 1.6 mi, 056° NE
Mashpee National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 2.4 mi, 087° E · 623 acres
Hayway Road Woods (Waterfowl Production Area) — 2.4 mi, 009° N
Falmouth Water Supply Land (Waterfowl Production Area) — 2.5 mi, 286° W
Falmouth Police Memorial (Monument) — 2.5 mi, 248° W
Falmouth Road Race Finish Line (Attraction) — 2.6 mi, 232° SW
Frances A. Crane Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 2.6 mi, 012° N
South Cape Beach State Park (State Park) — 2.8 mi, 108° E
The Liberté (Attraction) — 3.1 mi, 237° SW
Katharine Lee Bates (Monument) — 3.1 mi, 250° W
Viewing Deck (Viewpoint) — 3.2 mi, 111° E
Saconesset Homestead and Museum (Museum) — 4.7 mi, 305° NW
Mashpee Regal 6 (Cinema) — 4.8 mi, 046° NE
Nobska Lighthouse (Monument) — 6.2 mi, 234° SW
Tree of Bike (Public Artwork) — 6.5 mi, 340° N
Falmouth Road Race Starting Line (Attraction) — 6.6 mi, 243° SW
Flying Horses Carousel (Attraction) — 7.7 mi, 180° S
Lowell Holly Reservation (Nature Reserve) — 7.7 mi, 034° NE
Cottage Museum (Museum) — 7.8 mi, 182° S
Mariposa Museum (Museum) — 7.8 mi, 181° S
Old Schoolhouse Museum and Liberty Pole (Museum) — 8.1 mi, 197° S
Martha's Vineyard Playhouse (Theatre) — 8.2 mi, 197° S
Katherine Cornell Theater (Theatre) — 8.3 mi, 197° S
Martha's Vineyard Film Center (Cinema) — 8.3 mi, 195° S

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