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Fall River Massachusetts Map

Explore Fall River, 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 Fall River, Massachusetts

How to Use This Fall River, Massachusetts Map

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

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	Fall River
State	Massachusetts (MA)
County	Bristol County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	41.725351
Longitude	-71.094162
Population	94,000
Density	1095.7 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	02720, 02721, 02722, 02723, 02724
Area Code	339, 351, 413, 508, 617, 774, 781, 857, 978
County Seat	Taunton
School District	Fall River School District

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About Fall River, Massachusetts

Fall River is a locality in Bristol County, Massachusetts, United States. It has a population of 94,000. The population density is 1095.7 people per km². Fall River is located at 41.7254°N, 71.0942°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. Fall River is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 02720, 02721, 02722.

Fall River anchors its identity to the vigorous descent of the Quequechan River, a waterway that once powered the rhythmic thrum of an industrial empire. It lies 3.0 miles northwest of Westport, MA (from Westport, MA: bearing 307°T), and is situated 6.4 miles south of Bristol. The landscape here is defined by the sharp contrast between solid granite foundations and the soft, shifting air that drifts in from the Atlantic Ocean only two miles away. Within the urban grid, Firestone Pond provides a quiet, reflective stillness that offsets the persistent movement of the nearby river. Beyond the developed streets, the terrain rises toward the distant horizon where Beals Ledge marks the edge of the regional topography, while the sheltered green space of Central Park offers a localized pause amidst the dense, enduring architecture.

Fall River emerged from the colonial consciousness as a site where water power could be harnessed to drive the machinery of progress. The early settlers recognized the potential in the energetic flow of the Quequechan River, transforming a modest settlement into a powerhouse of manufacturing. As the years unfolded, the labor of generations built a legacy of production that defined the region, moving from humble beginnings to a prominence that influenced the broader landscape of New England. The historical character of Fall River remains etched into the very granite of its old mills, standing as silent witnesses to the ambitious spirit that first broke the ground.

Economic vitality in Fall River has shifted from the clatter of textile looms toward a more diversified infrastructure of modern enterprise and regional services. While the heavy manufacturing of the past has quieted, the proximity to major transit arteries allows for a steady flow of commerce, supporting local businesses and professional development. Educational opportunities are anchored by institutions like Bristol Community College, which provides a foundation for the local workforce. The daily pulse of Fall River is now maintained by a blend of logistics, healthcare, and small-scale industry, all operating in the shadow of the massive stone structures that once powered the global economy.

Cultural life in Fall River finds its most vibrant expression in the shared traditions and the enduring legacy of figures like the infamous Lizzie Borden, whose history continues to draw curious visitors to her former residence. The local spirit is often channeled into major annual gatherings like the Great Holy Ghost Festival, which fills the streets with a palpable, communal energy. Residents look toward the waters of the Atlantic Ocean and the nearby presence of Spar Island as points of natural respite, while the Freetown Fall River State Forest provides a sprawling escape into the woods for those seeking a quiet walk. Whether attending a local sporting event or exploring the maritime history preserved at the waterfront, the people of Fall River maintain a distinct, sturdy character that honors its complex past while looking steadily toward the horizon.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Silvia North School (Recreation Easement) — 0.9 mi, 302° NW
Davis Playground (Local Park) — 1.3 mi, 233° SW
City of Fall River (Waterfowl Production Area) — 1.3 mi, 068° E
Copicut Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 1.4 mi, 057° NE
Conservation Area (Conservation Area) — 1.4 mi, 054° NE
Freetown-Fall River State Forest (State Resource Management Area) — 1.4 mi, 050° NE
Watuppa Reservation (Waterfowl Production Area) — 1.5 mi, 150° SE
BMC Durfee High School (Recreation Easement) — 1.6 mi, 253° W
SE Mass Bioreserve (State Conservation Area) — 2.6 mi, 129° SE
Brian Fox Studios (Gallery) — 3.2 mi, 261° W
Commonwealth Park "Green Monstah" Mural (Public Artwork) — 3.2 mi, 262° W
Wernick Farm Reserve (Nature Reserve) — 3.4 mi, 135° SE
Helicopter Memorial (Monument) — 4.9 mi, 057° NE
Picture Show at SouthCoast Marketplace (Cinema) — 4.9 mi, 222° SW
Path Continues (Attraction) — 5.1 mi, 116° SE
Esker (Attraction) — 5.2 mi, 118° SE
Wildcat Rock (Viewpoint) — 5.2 mi, 295° NW
Dighton Rock State Park (State Park) — 5.5 mi, 353° N
Acushnet Cedar Swamp State Reservation (State Park) — 5.7 mi, 105° E
Latham Cornell Monument (Monument) — 7.7 mi, 204° SW
Pokanoket Tribal lands (Museum) — 8.0 mi, 246° SW
Early Warren and the start of King Philip's War (Monument) — 8.5 mi, 272° W
Imago Gallery (Gallery) — 9.7 mi, 272° W
Charles W. Greene Museum (Museum) — 9.7 mi, 272° W
Made in Warren Arts Collective (Gallery) — 9.7 mi, 272° W
Burr's Hill Park Amphitheatre (Theatre) — 9.8 mi, 269° W
James Maxwell House Museum (Museum) — 9.9 mi, 272° W
Bristol County Courthouse (Museum) — 10.0 mi, 248° W
Bristol Historical and Preservation Society Museum (Museum) — 10.1 mi, 248° W
Cape and Islands Ocean Sanctuary (Marine Protected Area) — 10.8 mi, 174° S

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