Explore Lenox, 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.
This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Lenox, 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 Lenox.
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 | Lenox |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Berkshire County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| Latitude | 42.356475 |
| Longitude | -73.284829 |
| Population | 1,639 |
| Density | 317.2 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
| ZIP Code | 01240 |
| Area Code | 339, 351, 413, 508, 617, 774, 781, 857, 978 |
| County Seat | Pittsfield |
| School District | Lenox School District |
Lenox reveals itself through a landscape defined by the quiet persistence of ancient, weathered earth. It lies 6.1 miles west-northwest of Berkshires, MA (from Berkshires, MA: bearing 301°T), and is situated 6.8 miles south-southwest of Pittsfield. The terrain surrounding Lenox rises into the broad, enduring presence of the Berkshire Hills, which frame the horizon in shades of deep charcoal and muted green. Sunlight gathers in the hollows of Pleasant Valley, where the air holds a cool, crisp clarity that seems to sharpen the edges of every leaf and stone. Residents often look toward the nearby Park, a space where the rhythm of the day slows to match the movement of the wind through the trees. A short distance away, the quiet waters of Lily Pond mirror the sky, while the persistent, gentle flow of Sawmill Brook carves a steady path through the undergrowth. Beyond the immediate reach of these grounds, the vast expanse of October Mountain State Forest offers a dense, protective canopy that defines the character of the regional wilderness.
Lenox grew from a modest agricultural settlement into a place of significant intellectual and social refinement during the nineteenth century. The local economy transitioned over generations from agrarian roots to a focus on hospitality, arts, and education, sustaining the stability of the village. Industrial efforts remained small in scale, allowing the character of the region to favor the preservation of its distinctive architectural heritage. Visitors often travel to experience the legacy of the Gilded Age, which left behind grand estates that now serve as centers for public engagement and cultural exchange. The economy thrives on this balance, maintaining a professional standard that supports both the residents and the many guests who arrive seeking the quietude of the interior highlands. Commerce here moves with a deliberate, measured pace, reflecting a commitment to longevity rather than rapid expansion.
Cultural life in Lenox finds its most vibrant expression during the summer months, when the atmosphere fills with the resonance of classical music and theatrical performance. Notable landmarks serve as anchors for this artistic identity, drawing individuals who appreciate the intersection of natural beauty and human creativity. Edith Wharton, whose literary contributions remain a pillar of American letters, once made her home here, finding inspiration in the quiet solitude of her surroundings. The community regularly gathers for seasonal events that celebrate the local heritage, fostering a sense of continuity that bridges the past and the present. For those inclined toward more rugged pursuits, the Taconic Skyline Trail offers a demanding path through the higher elevations, while the distant, cooling mist of Lulu Cascade provides a destination for the dedicated traveler. Life in Lenox persists as a thoughtful dialogue between the quiet demands of the land and the enduring aspirations of those who choose to live within it.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Lenox, Massachusetts. Coordinates: 42.356475, -73.284829. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.
Detailed location data for Lenox includes the ZIP code (01240), telephone area code (339, 351, 413, 508, 617, 774, 781, 857, 978), county seat of Berkshire County (Pittsfield), and school district assignment (Lenox School District).
Search Maps opens a second, independent map. It searches OpenStreetMap for any US town, county or landmark by name; offers USGS topographic maps and USGS aerial imagery as base layers; overlays a labelled U.S. National Grid (USNG) so the map can be read like a printed topographic quad; measures distance and grid, true and magnetic bearings between any two points; and takes a single GPS fix reporting your position as a USNG grid reference and as latitude and longitude. Map tiles require cell coverage, but a GPS position does not, so the coordinates remain correct even where the map cannot load.
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | September 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Map layers | Google Maps; © OpenStreetMap contributors; USGS The National Map topographic and aerial imagery (public domain); magnetic declination from NOAA NCEI (World Magnetic Model) |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |