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Falmouth Massachusetts Map

Explore Falmouth, 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 Falmouth, Massachusetts

How to Use This Falmouth, Massachusetts Map

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

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

Latitude	41.551498
Longitude	-70.614752
Population	3,818
Density	706.0 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Codes	02540, 02541
Area Code	339, 351, 413, 508, 617, 774, 781, 857, 978
County Seat	Barnstable
School District	Falmouth School District

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About Falmouth, Massachusetts

Falmouth is a locality in Barnstable County, Massachusetts, United States. It has a population of approximately 3,818. The population density is 706.0 people per km². Falmouth is located at 41.5515°N, 70.6148°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP codes: 02540, 02541.

Falmouth occupies a position of quiet grace where the land yields slowly to the vast, rhythmic expanse of the Atlantic Ocean. It lies 9.6 miles southwest of Mashpee, MA (from Mashpee, MA: bearing 226°T), and is situated 3.4 miles west-southwest of East Falmouth. Gentle light illuminates the shoreline just a mile away, casting long, pale shadows over the quiet surface of Shivericks Pond. The terrain remains modest and unassuming, though those seeking higher ground might catch a faint, distant silhouette of Ridge Hill far across the horizon. Natural beauty finds a focal point in Noonan Park, where the vibrant green spaces invite a moment of pause amidst the salt-tinged air. Even the distant, dense greenery of the Martha's Vineyard State Forest seems to whisper of the wilder, deeper landscape that defines this stretch of the coast.

Falmouth carries the weight of a long maritime heritage, once defined by the labor of mariners and the steady pulse of local trade. Early industries relied heavily on the bounty of the surrounding waters, fostering a self-reliant economy that has evolved alongside the changing tides of the modern era. While small-scale agriculture and fishing once dominated the daily toil, the current economy thrives on a blend of specialized scientific research and seasonal commerce. Residents often look toward the nearby Coonamessett River as a reminder of the inland waterways that once powered early mills and supported the growing population. Prosperity remains tied to this deliberate pace, ensuring that the legacy of those who first broke the soil remains visible in the steady, industrious character of the people.

Falmouth cultivates a distinct cultural spirit, where the literate traditions of the past inform a thoughtful and deliberate way of life. The presence of Noonan Park serves as a central gathering space, anchoring the community with its open lawns and sense of shared heritage. Notable figures such as the renowned singer Katharine Lee Bates once drew inspiration from the local landscape, grounding the identity of the place in a tradition of careful observation and artistic reflection. Visitors often wander toward the lower elevations of Parker Flats, where the unique topography offers a vantage point to appreciate the subtle textures of the earth. Throughout the changing seasons, the local rhythm remains steady and unforced, reflecting a deep, quiet respect for the land and the sea that continue to shape the day-to-day experience of every resident.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Katharine Lee Bates (Monument) — 0.1 mi, 008° N
Mullen-Hall School Playground (Recreation Easement) — 0.1 mi, 005° N
Fresh River Lane Conservation Area (Conservation Area) — 0.5 mi, 212° SW
Cape and Islands Ocean Sanctuary (Marine Protected Area) — 0.6 mi, 172° S
Morse Pond School Playground (Recreation Easement) — 0.6 mi, 037° NE
Falmouth Police Memorial (Monument) — 0.6 mi, 072° E
The Liberté (Attraction) — 0.7 mi, 144° SE
Salt Pond Reservation (Conservation Area) — 0.9 mi, 218° SW
Falmouth Road Race Finish Line (Attraction) — 1.0 mi, 116° SE
Goodwill Park (Local Park) — 1.0 mi, 008° N
Falmouth Water Supply Land (Waterfowl Production Area) — 1.3 mi, 353° N
Long Pond Watershed (Waterfowl Production Area) — 1.5 mi, 349° N
Unknown Park (Local Park) — 2.0 mi, 233° SW
Nobska Lighthouse (Monument) — 3.2 mi, 220° SW
Falmouth Road Race Starting Line (Attraction) — 3.4 mi, 237° SW
Helical Man (Public Artwork) — 3.5 mi, 238° SW
Waquoit Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve (Marine Protected Area) — 3.5 mi, 088° E
Saconesset Homestead and Museum (Museum) — 4.0 mi, 346° N
West Chop Vista (Viewpoint) — 5.3 mi, 171° S
Mashpee National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 5.5 mi, 076° E · 623 acres
South Cape Beach State Park (State Park) — 5.7 mi, 087° E
Old Schoolhouse Museum and Liberty Pole (Museum) — 6.6 mi, 175° S
Martha's Vineyard Playhouse (Theatre) — 6.7 mi, 175° S
Katherine Cornell Theater (Theatre) — 6.7 mi, 176° S
Martha's Vineyard Film Center (Cinema) — 6.9 mi, 173° S
Flying Horses Carousel (Attraction) — 7.2 mi, 155° SE
Cottage Museum (Museum) — 7.2 mi, 158° S
Mariposa Museum (Museum) — 7.3 mi, 157° SE
Mashpee Regal 6 (Cinema) — 7.8 mi, 055° NE
Lowell Holly Reservation (Nature Reserve) — 10.5 mi, 044° NE

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