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Hopedale Massachusetts Map

Explore Hopedale, 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 Hopedale, Massachusetts

How to Use This Hopedale, Massachusetts Map

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

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

Latitude	42.130652
Longitude	-71.541175
Population	3,939
Density	870.1 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Code	01747
Area Code	339, 351, 413, 508, 617, 774, 781, 857, 978
County Seat	Worcester
School District	Hopedale School District

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About Hopedale, Massachusetts

Hopedale is a locality in Worcester County, Massachusetts, United States. It has a population of approximately 3,939. The population density is 870.1 people per km². Hopedale is located at 42.1307°N, 71.5412°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 01747.

Hopedale possesses a landscape defined by the steady, persistent flow of the Mill River, which carves a path through the terrain as it moves toward the horizon. It lies 1.4 miles west-southwest of Milford, MA (from Milford, MA: bearing 244°T), and is situated 8.9 miles north of Woonsocket. The water serves as a quiet witness to the changing seasons, reflecting the muted colors of the sky as it passes near the banks. Hopedale Pond rests at the center of the landscape, offering a wide, glass-like surface that captures the amber light of late afternoon. Beyond the immediate water, the land stretches out in subtle elevations, reaching toward the distant silhouette of Satans Kingdom visible far to the west. Five miles away, the dense timber of Upton State Forest provides a dark, verdant contrast to the open fields and residential clearings. The air here holds a crisp, terrestrial weight, far removed from any coastal influence and grounded in the deep, earthen scent of the inland woods.

Industrial ambition once shaped the very foundation of Hopedale, turning the local waterways into a source of mechanical power and regional growth. The legacy of the Draper Corporation remains a primary thread in the narrative of the local economy, as the manufacture of textile machinery transformed a modest settlement into a hub of innovation. Workers once gathered daily to labor in the vast mills, leaving a structural imprint on the architecture that still defines the character of the streets today. While the nature of commerce has shifted away from large-scale production, the grit and focus of those early industrial days continue to linger in the sturdy brickwork of the older buildings. This history of craftsmanship informs the modern economic climate, fostering a quiet resilience that persists in the small businesses and professional services now occupying the space. The transition from a factory-driven economy to the current era has been marked by a careful preservation of the structures that once drove the region forward.

Adin Ballou Park serves as a focal point for the social life of Hopedale, providing an accessible expanse for residents to gather under the shade of mature trees. The park honors the memory of Adin Ballou, a significant historical figure and social reformer whose commitment to non-violence and communal living left a lasting impression on the local identity. Cultural life here is understated, favoring the quiet continuity of seasonal traditions over the clamor of larger urban centers. Visitors or residents seeking the sound of rushing water often travel to see Woonsocket Falls, which provides a dramatic contrast to the stillness of the local pond. The Blackstone Gorge, located eight miles away, offers a rugged glimpse into the geological history of the wider region, attracting those who appreciate the raw, unadorned beauty of the landscape. Life in Hopedale proceeds with a measured pace, anchored by a sense of heritage that remains visible in the thoughtful maintenance of its public spaces and landmarks.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Gen Drpr High School (Recreation Easement) — 0.2 mi, 131° SE
Parklands (Local Park) — 0.2 mi, 327° NW
Adin St Triangle (Local Park) — 0.6 mi, 086° E
Senator P. Eugene Casey Memorial Pool (State Resource Management Area) — 0.6 mi, 061° NE
Hopedale Water Supply Land (Waterfowl Production Area) — 0.6 mi, 154° SE
High School And Elem School (Recreation Easement) — 1.0 mi, 010° N
Milford Performing Arts Center (Theatre) — 1.3 mi, 100° E
ConnectEd & Inspired (Arts Centre) — 1.3 mi, 100° E
Water Supply Land (Waterfowl Production Area) — 1.6 mi, 149° SE
Unknown Park (Local Conservation Area) — 1.8 mi, 329° NW
Upton State Forest (State Resource Management Area) — 1.9 mi, 309° NW
E. Kent Swift Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 2.7 mi, 255° W
West Hill Wildlife Management Area (National Conservation Area) — 3.1 mi, 263° W · 79 acres
Odd Fellow Gallery (Gallery) — 3.2 mi, 066° NE
NEMBA Plaque (Monument) — 3.3 mi, 038° NE
Whale Rock (Viewpoint) — 3.3 mi, 052° NE
Teetering Rock (Attraction) — 3.6 mi, 042° NE
Chattering Rock (Attraction) — 3.9 mi, 047° NE
Blackstone River and Canal Heritage State Park (State Park) — 4.0 mi, 253° W
Caffrey family house foundation (1790s) (Historic Ruins) — 6.1 mi, 351° N
Hopkinton Center for the Arts (Arts Centre) — 6.1 mi, 012° N
Old Foundation (Historic Ruins) — 6.1 mi, 060° NE
Massachusetts State Police Museum and Learning Center (Museum) — 6.5 mi, 258° W
Crash Site Monument (Monument) — 6.8 mi, 233° SW
Hoyt Statue (Public Artwork) — 6.9 mi, 010° N
Boston Marathon Starting Line (Attraction) — 6.9 mi, 010° N
Path Continues (Attraction) — 7.2 mi, 010° N
Franklin Historical Museum (Museum) — 7.9 mi, 115° SE
Woonsocket Civil War Monument (Monument) — 8.8 mi, 170° S
Museum of Work and Culture (Museum) — 9.2 mi, 172° S

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