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Pepperell Massachusetts Map

Explore Pepperell, 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 Pepperell, Massachusetts

How to Use This Pepperell, Massachusetts Map

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

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

Latitude	42.675487
Longitude	-71.592088
Population	2,390
Density	445.6 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Code	01463
Area Code	339, 351, 413, 508, 617, 774, 781, 857, 978
County Seat	Cambridge
School District	North Middlesex School District

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About Pepperell, Massachusetts

Pepperell is a locality in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States. It has a population of approximately 2,390. The population density is 445.6 people per km². Pepperell is located at 42.6755°N, 71.5921°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 01463.

Pepperell manifests as a quiet confluence of inland woods and meadows, defined by the steady presence of Varnum Brook as it carves through the terrain. It lies 3.8 miles north of Groton, MA (from Groton, MA: bearing 349°T), and is situated 9.2 miles southwest of Nashua.

The water of Varnum Brook flows with a cool, persistent clarity, offering a sanctuary for local wildlife and a rhythmic backdrop to the surrounding Fitzpatrick School Land. Only a mile away, the Nashua River Reservoir catches the afternoon light, its surface mirroring the shifting hues of the sky as day transitions into dusk. To the west, the distant silhouette of Oak Hill provides a fixed horizon, grounding the landscape in a permanent, geological stillness. Beyond the immediate canopy of the J Harry Rich State Forest, the land opens into expansive, fertile tracts that define the quiet character of the region. Even the distant, rugged shadow of Devils Den suggests a depth to the topography that keeps the spirit of the wilderness close to the edges of daily life.

Pepperell traces its origins to the labor of early settlers who recognized the potential in the abundant water power and timber resources of the region. Historically, the local economy relied heavily upon the ingenuity of paper mills and textile production, industries that utilized the swift currents of the local waterways to drive their heavy machinery. These early enterprises fostered a resilient spirit of craftsmanship, leaving behind a legacy of sturdy brick structures and mill buildings that still punctuate the landscape. Today, the economic character has transitioned toward a mix of modern professional pursuits and small-scale trade, yet the fundamental drive for self-reliance remains visible. The town maintains a measured pace, where the memory of industrial grit informs the current focus on maintaining a sustainable, productive environment for its residents.

Pepperell preserves a cultural identity rooted in the quiet industriousness of the New England interior, favoring substance over artifice. Notable landmarks like the historic town library and various period homes reflect a dedication to architectural longevity, serving as tangible reminders of past generations. The community gathers for local events that emphasize seasonal changes, turning the arrival of autumn or the thaw of spring into moments of shared connection rather than spectacle. While Pepperell remains a place of modest scale, it has been home to individuals of genuine distinction, such as the educator and orator William Prescott, whose influence reached far beyond these borders. Life here moves with a deliberate, unhurried cadence, allowing for a deep appreciation of the seasonal light that filters through the trees and across the quiet fields.

Nearby Outdoor Places

School (Recreation Easement) — locality lies within
Hovey Corner Conservation Area (Conservation Area) — 0.0 mi, 340° N
Varnum Brook Middle School Athletic Fields (Recreation Easement) — 0.2 mi, 200° S
Nissitissit River Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 0.7 mi, 105° E
Rolling Meadows Park (Local Park) — 0.7 mi, 139° SE
Kennedy Field (Local Recreation) — 0.8 mi, 158° S
Wooltop Conservation Area (Conservation Area) — 0.8 mi, 182° S
Unkety Brook Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 1.0 mi, 105° E
Observation Deck (Viewpoint) — 3.6 mi, 131° SE
Bruce Wyatt Clements Memorial (Monument) — 3.8 mi, 154° SE
Peter Bertozzi and Squannacook River Wildlife Management Area Memorial (Monument) — 4.1 mi, 228° SW
Gold Star Memorial monumen (Monument) — 4.1 mi, 165° S
Yudicky Farm - Conservation Area (Attraction) — 4.5 mi, 059° NE
Remember These Raw Remnants (Public Artwork) — 5.1 mi, 313° NW
Silver Lake State Park (State Park) — 5.8 mi, 357° N
Oxbow National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 7.0 mi, 189° S · 3,392 acres
Wallingford House (Historic Ruins) — 7.7 mi, 351° N
Bayley House (Historic Ruins) — 7.8 mi, 352° N
Labyrinth (Attraction) — 8.4 mi, 051° NE
Nashua Center for the Arts (Theatre) — 8.7 mi, 048° NE
Westford Museum (Museum) — 10.2 mi, 130° SE
Indian Grinding Stone (Attraction) — 10.4 mi, 122° SE
The Cannon Theatre (Theatre) — 10.7 mi, 146° SE
The Cabinet Press Printing Museum (Museum) — 11.5 mi, 346° N
Gathering Rocks (Attraction) — 12.0 mi, 119° SE
Gallery Marquee (Gallery) — 12.4 mi, 240° SW
Art on the Rocks (Gallery) — 12.7 mi, 228° SW
Gallery Luxama (Gallery) — 13.3 mi, 220° SW
Great Meadows National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 16.7 mi, 123° SE · 7,706 acres

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