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Northbridge Massachusetts Map

Explore Northbridge, 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 Northbridge, Massachusetts

How to Use This Northbridge, Massachusetts Map

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

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

Latitude	42.151485
Longitude	-71.649511
Population	16,000
Density	480.0 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Code	01534
Area Code	339, 351, 413, 508, 617, 774, 781, 857, 978
County Seat	Worcester

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About Northbridge, Massachusetts

Northbridge is a locality in Worcester County, Massachusetts, United States. It has a population of 16,000. The population density is 480.0 people per km². Northbridge is located at 42.1515°N, 71.6495°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 01534.

Northbridge occupies a landscape defined by the persistent, winding presence of the Blackstone River, which serves as the primary artery for the surrounding woodlands and meadows. It lies 4.3 miles south-southeast of Grafton, MA (from Grafton, MA: bearing 154°T), and is situated 6.9 miles west of Milford. The terrain transitions from the shaded canopy of Upton State Forest to the open, accessible spaces of Rockdale Playground, where the air often carries the crisp scent of damp earth and turning leaves. Four miles away, the geological curiosity of Purgatory Chasm fractures the earth, providing a stark contrast to the flatter, more temperate plains that characterize the immediate vicinity. On clear days, the distant silhouette of High Rocks anchors the horizon, standing as a silent sentinel over the inland expanse. Northbridge remains defined by this quiet, terrestrial geography, far from the influence of any maritime air or restless tides.

Industrial development shaped the early growth of Northbridge, as the steady currents of the Blackstone River once powered the mills that drove the local economy. These brick structures remain as anchors of a bygone era, marking a transition from heavy manufacturing to the diverse service and commercial sectors that support the residents today. The economic spirit of Northbridge reflects a utilitarian heritage, where the labor of previous generations laid the foundation for modern enterprise. While the roar of the machinery has long since faded, the influence of these factories lingers in the architecture and the deliberate, industrious pace of daily life. Local commerce continues to adapt, balancing a respect for historical infrastructure with the evolving demands of a contemporary workforce.

Residents of Northbridge cultivate a character marked by a steady, pragmatic disposition, often gathering for seasonal festivities that honor the regional heritage. Notable landmarks include the proximity to the serene waters of Riverdale Pond, which provides a reflective pause for those traversing the local paths. Further afield, the impressive descent of Sutton Falls draws those who appreciate the raw, kinetic energy of moving water within the inland forest. Among those associated with the region, the influential industrialist Samuel Slater left an indelible mark on the development of the valley, forever linking the name of Northbridge to the history of American manufacturing. Life here proceeds with a grounded consistency, favoring the quiet rhythms of the interior landscape over the clamor of more densely populated urban centers.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Rockdale Playground (Local Park) — 0.1 mi, 109° E
Rockdale Park (Local Park) — 0.1 mi, 341° N
Goulet Playground (Local Conservation Area) — 0.7 mi, 184° S
Upton State Forest (State Resource Management Area) — 0.7 mi, 024° NE
West River Reservoir (Recreation Area) — 1.3 mi, 060° NE
Blackstone River and Canal Heritage State Park (State Park) — 1.6 mi, 161° S
Hassanamesit Woods (Local Recreation) — 1.9 mi, 353° N
Upton Water Supply Land (Waterfowl Production Area) — 2.0 mi, 087° E
West Hill Wildlife Management Area (National Conservation Area) — 2.2 mi, 116° SE · 79 acres
E. Kent Swift Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 2.8 mi, 137° SE
Massachusetts State Police Museum and Learning Center (Museum) — 2.9 mi, 195° S
Purgatory Chasm State Reservation (State Park) — 3.3 mi, 242° SW
Devil's Corncrib (Attraction) — 3.7 mi, 244° SW
Fat Man's Misery (Attraction) — 3.8 mi, 244° SW
Water District Land (Waterfowl Production Area) — 4.0 mi, 343° N
Old Black Oak (Attraction) — 5.0 mi, 327° NW
Crash Site Monument (Monument) — 5.5 mi, 178° S
Willard House and Clock Museum (Museum) — 6.2 mi, 349° N
Elm Draughthouse Cinema (Cinema) — 6.2 mi, 297° NW
Caffrey family house foundation (1790s) (Historic Ruins) — 6.4 mi, 045° NE
Milford Performing Arts Center (Theatre) — 7.0 mi, 104° E
ConnectEd & Inspired (Arts Centre) — 7.0 mi, 104° E
NEMBA Plaque (Monument) — 7.7 mi, 081° E
Teetering Rock (Attraction) — 8.0 mi, 081° E
Hopkinton Center for the Arts (Arts Centre) — 8.1 mi, 056° NE
Whale Rock (Viewpoint) — 8.2 mi, 086° E
Odd Fellow Gallery (Gallery) — 8.5 mi, 091° E
George V. Brown Memorial (Public Artwork) — 8.6 mi, 051° NE
Blackstone River Valley Heritage Center (Museum) — 9.5 mi, 308° NW
The Goddard Rocket Launching Site National Historic Landmark (Monument) — 9.7 mi, 300° NW

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