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Mattapan Massachusetts Map

Explore Mattapan, 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 Mattapan, Massachusetts

How to Use This Mattapan, Massachusetts Map

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

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

Latitude	42.272321
Longitude	-71.086995
Population	40,000
Density	5500.0 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Code	02126
Area Code	339, 351, 413, 508, 617, 774, 781, 857, 978
County Seat	Boston

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About Mattapan, Massachusetts

Mattapan is a locality in Suffolk County, Massachusetts, United States. It has a population of 40,000. The population density is 5500.0 people per km². Mattapan is located at 42.2723°N, 71.0870°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 02126.

Mattapan stretches across a landscape defined by the steady, rhythmic flow of the Neponset River as it makes its way toward the sea. It lies 1.8 miles south-southwest of Dorchester, MA (from Dorchester, MA: bearing 200°T), and is situated 6.2 miles south-southwest of Greater Boston. The local terrain remains grounded in the presence of Gladeside I, which provides an essential pocket of open space for the neighborhood to breathe. While the Atlantic Ocean sits only one mile away, the air here often carries a distinct, sharp salt-tinged breeze that hints at the proximity of the coast. To the west, the distant silhouette of The Broken Hills marks the horizon, standing as a quiet sentinel over the urban development. Residents often find a moment of stillness near the waters of Turners Pond, a serene body of water that mirrors the changing color of the sky.

Mattapan emerged from its early roots as a site of colonial settlement to become a vibrant, diverse center of commerce and residential life. The local economy has evolved through the years, shifting from early industrial ventures to a modern focus on small businesses and essential neighborhood services. Many residents contribute to the regional economy by commuting to nearby commercial hubs, yet the streets of Mattapan retain a unique character shaped by generations of families. The architecture reflects this history, with sturdy structures housing a dynamic array of shops that serve the daily needs of the populace. As the sun sets, the light catches the brick facades, casting long shadows that emphasize the solid, enduring nature of the local economy.

Cultural character in Mattapan is defined by a deep sense of resilience and a festive spirit that animates the streets throughout the year. The neighborhood honors its heritage through community gatherings, while also looking forward with a spirit of constant improvement. Notable landmarks include the local transit corridors that anchor the daily commute, serving as the literal arteries of the neighborhood’s social life. While the Black Heritage Trail is six miles away, its presence influences the regional appreciation for historical narratives and local legacies. Though Mattapan does not claim the fame of global stars, its true distinction lies in the collective strength of its people and the quiet beauty of its everyday existence.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Pierce Middle School Athletic Fields (Recreation Easement) — 0.9 mi, 171° S
Mt Hope Cemetery (Local Park) — 0.9 mi, 316° NW
Neponset River Reservation (State Park) — 1.0 mi, 219° SW
Olmsted Green (State Park) — 1.0 mi, 323° NW
Governor Hutchinson's Field (State Conservation Area) — 1.1 mi, 111° E
Ventura Playground (State Recreation Area) — 1.2 mi, 096° E
Captain Robert Bennet Forbes House (Museum) — 1.2 mi, 115° SE
Civil War Memorial (Monument) — 1.3 mi, 164° S
Doyle Playground (State Recreation Area) — 1.4 mi, 238° SW
Cedar Grove Cemetery (State Conservation Area) — 1.5 mi, 073° E
Franklin Park (Local Park) — 1.5 mi, 345° N
Mark S. Charbonnier & Richard T. Dever Memorial (Monument) — 1.8 mi, 077° E
Wildebeest (Attraction) — 2.2 mi, 359° N
Hartmann's Mountain Zebra (Attraction) — 2.2 mi, 359° N
Bishop Riley (Monument) — 2.2 mi, 236° SW
African Lion (Attraction) — 2.2 mi, 359° N
Western Grey Kangaroo (Attraction) — 2.3 mi, 355° N
Origination (Arts Centre) — 2.4 mi, 325° NW
Dorchester Art Project (Arts Centre) — 2.4 mi, 036° NE
Bay State Model Railroad Museum (Museum) — 2.4 mi, 295° NW
Drift by Mary Bonina (Public Artwork) — 2.8 mi, 339° N
Historic Springhouse (Historic Ruins) — 3.0 mi, 310° NW
The Footlight Club (Theatre) — 3.0 mi, 331° NW
Josiah Quincy House (Museum) — 3.7 mi, 091° E
Commonwealth Museum (Museum) — 3.9 mi, 043° NE
Quincy Historical Society Museum & Library (Museum) — 4.3 mi, 107° E
The QArts Gallery (Gallery) — 4.5 mi, 108° E

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