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Middlesex Massachusetts Map

Explore Middlesex, 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 Middlesex, Massachusetts

How to Use This Middlesex, Massachusetts Map

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

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

Latitude	42.4668
Longitude	-71.2793
Population	1,613,000
Density	750.0 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Code	01731
Area Code	339, 351, 413, 508, 617, 774, 781, 857, 978
County Seat	Cambridge

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About Middlesex, Massachusetts

Middlesex is a locality in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States. With a population of 1,613,000, it is one of the largest cities in Massachusetts. The population density is 750.0 people per km². Middlesex is located at 42.4668°N, 71.2793°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 01731.

Middlesex possesses a landscape defined by the quiet persistence of the Shawsheen River as it meanders through the interior, carving a path through the quiet, shaded terrain. It lies 1.7 miles south of Bedford, MA (from Bedford, MA: bearing 186°T), and is situated 6.7 miles northeast of South Shore. The atmosphere here is marked by a deep, vegetative silence that settles over the land as the light fades into an amber glow, particularly near the quiet waters of Folly Pond. To the horizon, the silhouette of Jupiter Ridge provides a consistent, grounding boundary to the view, separating the immediate woodland from the wider expanse. Residents often find themselves walking beneath the canopy of Hartwell Town Forest, where the soil holds a damp, ancient chill even in the height of summer, and the transition from the low-lying Bedford Levels to the higher ground offers a subtle, rhythmic change in the elevation of the earth.

Founding narratives of Middlesex recall a time when the early settlers sought to tame the dense, inland wilderness, clearing paths that would eventually become the arteries of a functioning settlement. The land was initially partitioned for agricultural utility, with the river serving as the primary resource for both irrigation and power for early mills. Over generations, the patterns of human activity shifted from the clearing of timber to the establishment of permanent, structured dwellings, yet the fundamental character of the place remained tied to the slow, deliberate pace of the interior landscape. The historical identity of Middlesex is thus rooted in a quiet, industrious endurance, reflecting the pragmatic spirit of those who first recognized the potential in this specific stretch of Massachusetts soil.

Economic life in Middlesex draws strength from its proximity to larger regional hubs, supporting a diverse infrastructure that balances light industry with a growing professional sector. The presence of nearby academic institutions ensures a steady influx of intellectual energy, fostering an environment where innovation is encouraged alongside traditional commerce. Local infrastructure has been carefully developed to accommodate both the needs of modern business and the preservation of the surrounding natural environment, ensuring that growth does not come at the cost of the area’s intrinsic quality. As the morning fog lifts from the Shawsheen River, the pulse of the local economy becomes visible in the movement of commuters and the steady, hum-like activity of the regional business parks that anchor the daily routine of Middlesex.

Cultural life in Middlesex centers on the shared experiences of its residents, who gather for seasonal festivals that mark the passing of the year, often congregating in the open spaces of the Hartwell Town Forest. While the area lacks the professional sports stadiums found in denser urban centers, a strong tradition of community-led athletic programs flourishes, focusing on the development of local youth through collegiate-style dedication. Landmarks in the area are often understated, favoring natural features like the quiet solitude of Folly Pond or the challenging trails of Jupiter Ridge over grand monuments. Middlesex remains a place where the focus is on the quality of life, the clarity of the air, and the simple, persistent beauty of a landscape that feels entirely and authentically itself.

Nearby Outdoor Places

F-86 Sabre (Monument) — 0.3 mi, 185° S
Hartwell Town Forest (Local Resource Management Area) — 0.4 mi, 003° N
Stumpjumper (Monument) — 0.5 mi, 183° S
Eliot Park (Local Park) — 0.7 mi, 053° NE
Parker's Revenge (Registered Battlefield) — 1.2 mi, 158° S
Paul Revere Capture Site (Attraction) — 1.2 mi, 181° S
Bloody Angle (Attraction) — 1.2 mi, 230° SW
British Grave Near Bloody Angle (Monument) — 1.2 mi, 230° SW
Railroad Bed East-West (Local Park) — 1.3 mi, 350° N
Middle & High Schools (Recreation Easement) — 1.3 mi, 352° N
Minuteman Career and Technical High School Athletic Fields (Recreation Easement) — 1.4 mi, 168° S
RR Semaphore (Attraction) — 1.4 mi, 323° NW
Whistle Post (Attraction) — 1.6 mi, 309° NW
The Patriot (Public Artwork) — 1.6 mi, 006° N
Bedford Center for the Arts (Arts Centre) — 1.7 mi, 001° N
Lexington Golf Club (Conservation Area) — 1.8 mi, 114° SE
Great Meadows National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 2.0 mi, 298° NW · 7,706 acres
Clark Conservation Area (Local Conservation Area) — 2.2 mi, 315° NW
Stone Foundation (Viewpoint) — 2.3 mi, 067° NE
Brewster's Canoe House (Historic Ruins) — 2.3 mi, 294° NW
Building Foundations (Historic Ruins) — 2.3 mi, 156° SE
Landlocked Land (Waterfowl Production Area) — 2.5 mi, 051° NE
Hancock-Clarke House Museum (Museum) — 2.7 mi, 109° E
Walden Pond State Reservation (State Park) — 2.9 mi, 240° SW
Lexington Venue (Cinema) — 2.9 mi, 117° SE
Lexington Arts and Crafts Society (Arts Centre) — 3.0 mi, 120° SE
Water Department Land (Waterfowl Production Area) — 3.6 mi, 060° NE
Lucy Lacoste Gallery (Gallery) — 3.6 mi, 262° W
Three Stones Gallery (Gallery) — 3.6 mi, 263° W
Beaver Brook North Reservation (State Park) — 4.5 mi, 146° SE

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