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Great Barrington Massachusetts Map

Explore Great Barrington, 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 Great Barrington, Massachusetts

How to Use This Great Barrington, Massachusetts Map

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

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	Great Barrington
State	Massachusetts (MA)
County	Berkshire County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	42.195922
Longitude	-73.362056
Population	2,234
Density	598.6 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Code	01230
Area Code	339, 351, 413, 508, 617, 774, 781, 857, 978
County Seat	Pittsfield
School District	Berkshire Hills School District

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About Great Barrington, Massachusetts

Great Barrington is a locality in Berkshire County, Massachusetts, United States. It has a population of approximately 2,234. The population density is 598.6 people per km². Great Barrington is located at 42.1959°N, 73.3621°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 01230.

Great Barrington claims a landscape defined by the persistent, winding presence of the Housatonic River as it carves through the fertile valley floor. It lies 12.2 miles southwest of Berkshires, MA (from Berkshires, MA: bearing 229°T), and is situated 9.5 miles southwest of Lee. The air here carries a crisp, terrestrial clarity, particularly as the light shifts over the flat expanses near Mansfield Pond. East Mountain State Forest provides a dense, emerald backdrop to the east, while the distant Berkshire Hills create a jagged silhouette against the western sky. Travelers often pause to observe the quiet transition from the low-lying fields into the steeper, more rugged terrain that defines the periphery of Butternut Basin. In the golden hour, the shadows stretch long across the meadows, grounding the geography in a stillness that feels both ancient and enduring.

Great Barrington grew from the quiet labor of early settlers who recognized the potential of the river valley for agriculture and milling. The local economy has evolved from its agrarian foundations into a diverse network of small-scale manufacturing, artisanal craft, and a vibrant service sector that supports a steady influx of seasonal visitors. Industry here remains modest and intentional, mirroring the deliberate pace of those who choose to build their lives in the shadow of the regional peaks. The commerce of Great Barrington reflects a balance between tradition and adaptation, with local businesses thriving by catering to both the permanent residents and those drawn to the natural beauty of the surrounding wilderness. Historic mills and storefronts maintain a visual continuity, serving as functional reminders of the ingenuity that allowed this settlement to persevere throughout the changing decades.

Great Barrington fosters a cultural character that prioritizes intellectual engagement and a genuine appreciation for the arts. Notable landmarks like the well-tended grounds of Town Hall Park serve as a central gathering space where the community observes local events throughout the changing seasons. W.E.B. Du Bois, a figure of profound global significance, was born here, and his legacy remains a cornerstone of the regional identity. Residents who enjoy the outdoors often venture out to navigate the Wild Cat Trail or make the trek to witness the cascading waters of Race Brook Falls. The rhythm of daily life is punctuated by a shared pride in the local heritage, which is celebrated with quiet dignity rather than grand fanfare. Great Barrington continues to cultivate an environment where the influence of the past informs the creative and social pursuits of the present day.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center (Theatre) — 0.1 mi, 213° SW
Stanley Park (Local Recreation) — 0.2 mi, 007° N
Parish Park (Local Recreation) — 0.2 mi, 019° N
Lake Mansfield Forest (Local Resource Management Area) — 0.6 mi, 359° N
Olympian Meadows (Local Park) — 0.7 mi, 174° S
View West (Viewpoint) — 0.8 mi, 116° SE
Great Barrington Fairgrounds (Conservation Area) — 0.8 mi, 178° S
Mccallister Park (Local Park) — 0.9 mi, 269° W
East Mountain State Reservation (State Park) — 0.9 mi, 111° E
East Mountain State Forest (State Resource Management Area) — 0.9 mi, 117° SE
Orchard City Millage Sign (Attraction) — 1.0 mi, 299° NW
Newsboy Statue (Public Artwork) — 1.0 mi, 207° SW
Thomas and Palmer Brook Reserve (Conservation Area) — 1.0 mi, 077° E
Community Access to the Arts (Arts Centre) — 1.5 mi, 037° NE
Appalachian National Scenic Trail (National Trail) — 2.9 mi, 188° S · 110k acres
Beartown State Forest (State Resource Management Area) — 3.1 mi, 072° E
Three Mile Pond Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 3.4 mi, 136° SE
Battlesite Monument (Monument) — 3.6 mi, 200° S
Chesterwood Museum (Museum) — 5.1 mi, 005° N
Butler Seat (Monument) — 6.4 mi, 025° NE
Rostrum (Monument) — 6.4 mi, 025° NE
Procter Museum & Archives (Museum) — 6.5 mi, 024° NE
Norman Rockwell Museum (Museum) — 6.5 mi, 012° N
Ca 1750s Cellar Hole of Rev. Adonijah Bidwell (Historic Ruins) — 7.3 mi, 084° E
Old Spring (Historic Ruins) — 7.4 mi, 083° E
Piggery - Exhibits (Museum) — 7.4 mi, 083° E
Bidwell House Museum (Museum) — 7.4 mi, 083° E
Lenox Arts Center (Arts Centre) — 8.0 mi, 026° NE
The Foundry (Theatre) — 9.5 mi, 358° N
Tri-State Marker (Attraction) — 12.0 mi, 212° SW

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