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Rutland Massachusetts Map

Explore Rutland, 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 Rutland, Massachusetts

How to Use This Rutland, Massachusetts Map

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

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.

CityRutland
StateMassachusetts (MA)
CountyWorcester County
CountryUnited States of America
TimezoneEastern Time (America/New_York)
Latitude42.369536
Longitude-71.94813
Population2,179
Density284.4 /km²
IncorporatedN/A
ZIP Code01543
Area Code339, 351, 413, 508, 617, 774, 781, 857, 978
County SeatWorcester
School DistrictWachusett School District

About Rutland, Massachusetts

Rutland is a locality in Worcester County, Massachusetts, United States. It has a population of approximately 2,179. The population density is 284.4 people per km². Rutland is located at 42.3695°N, 71.9481°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 01543.

Rutland holds a quiet position upon the high central plateau of the Commonwealth, defined by a landscape that rises steadily away from the lowlands. It lies 4.5 miles west-northwest of Holden, MA (from Holden, MA: bearing 286°T), and is situated 9.0 miles north-northeast of Spencer. The character of the terrain is marked by expansive woodland and fields that catch the long, golden shadows of the late afternoon. Travelers moving through the area may find the stillness interrupted only by the gentle flow of Worcester Brook, which winds its way through the local terrain. A short distance away, the quiet surface of Thayer Pond mirrors the changing colors of the seasons, while the distant Burnshirt Hills provide a steady, dark blue silhouette against the horizon. The nearby Oakham State Forest offers a dense corridor of timber, and the presence of Naquog Elementary School remains a central point for the daily life of the residents.

Rutland traces its origins to an era of colonial expansion when the land was cleared for the cultivation of hay and the grazing of livestock. Early industry relied heavily on the natural resources provided by the surrounding forest and the fertile soil, forming an economy that was long sustained by agriculture and timber. Over time, the focus shifted as small-scale manufacturing and trade began to integrate with the regional market, allowing the local economy to adapt to changing times. Today, the economy reflects a blend of local commerce and a workforce that commutes toward the busier centers of the state. The quiet persistence of these industries has ensured that the pace of life remains deliberate, grounded in the practical needs of those who work the land and run the local shops.

Rutland maintains a cultural identity rooted in the quiet industriousness of its people and a deep respect for the legacy of its founders. The community is anchored by landmarks that serve as quiet reminders of its endurance, including the historical structures that stand along the main thoroughfares. Public gatherings often center around local events that bring neighbors together, fostering a sense of connection that defines the social atmosphere. While the area is not a bustling hub for global icons, it has been home to individuals of note, such as the historical figure Rufus Putnam, who contributed significantly to the early development of the region. The Cascade, a local waterfall, remains a point of interest for those seeking the natural beauty of the area, providing a steady, rhythmic sound that underscores the calm, steady character of daily life.

Nearby Outdoor Places

  • Naquog Elementary School (Recreation Easement) — 0.2 mi, 288° W
  • Rufus Putnam Park (Local Park) — 0.9 mi, 286° W
  • Thayer Pond Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 1.0 mi, 306° NW
  • Ware River Watershed (Waterfowl Production Area) — 1.0 mi, 215° SW
  • Quabbin Aqueduct (Waterfowl Production Area) — 1.0 mi, 360° N
  • 1932 Rutland Train Crash Site (Monument) — 1.2 mi, 353° N
  • Conservation Land (Local Conservation Area) — 1.2 mi, 042° NE
  • Open Space (Local Conservation Area) — 1.3 mi, 066° NE
  • Ware River Watershed Area (State Resource Management Area) — 1.7 mi, 266° W
  • Rutland State Park (State Park) — 1.9 mi, 259° W
  • Eagle Lake Wildlife Sanctuary (Conservation Area) — 2.6 mi, 107° E
  • Moore State Park (State Park) — 3.0 mi, 180° S
  • Barre Falls Wildlife Management Area (State Conservation Area) — 3.0 mi, 302° NW
  • Civil War Memorial (Monument) — 4.1 mi, 165° S
  • Path Continues (Attraction) — 4.3 mi, 231° SW
  • Corridor 71 Continues (Attraction) — 4.7 mi, 222° SW
  • Difley Cabin Cellar Hole (Attraction) — 4.9 mi, 172° S
  • Old Car (Attraction) — 5.9 mi, 248° W
  • Indian Amphitheater (Theatre) — 6.7 mi, 147° SE
  • Harrington Performing Arts Center (Arts Centre) — 8.2 mi, 123° SE
  • 1954 Tornado Memorial (Monument) — 8.6 mi, 116° SE
  • Mary Cosgrove Dolphin Gallery (Gallery) — 8.7 mi, 142° SE
  • Fuller Theater (Theatre) — 8.8 mi, 142° SE
  • Krikorian Gallery (Gallery) — 9.4 mi, 130° SE
  • "the Living Room" (Historic Ruins) — 9.5 mi, 190° S
  • Human Chess Board (Public Artwork) — 9.6 mi, 135° SE
  • Hadwen House Foundation (Historic Ruins) — 9.7 mi, 142° SE
  • Upper Perrault Hall (Cinema) — 9.7 mi, 132° SE
  • Worcester Art Museum (Gallery) — 10.0 mi, 132° SE
  • Salisbury Mansion (Museum) — 10.0 mi, 132° SE

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About This Rutland Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Rutland, Massachusetts. Coordinates: 42.369536, -71.94813. 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 Rutland includes the ZIP code (01543), telephone area code (339, 351, 413, 508, 617, 774, 781, 857, 978), county seat of Worcester County (Worcester), and school district assignment (Wachusett 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 generatedSeptember 2026
Location dataSimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data
Map layersGoogle Maps; © OpenStreetMap contributors; USGS The National Map topographic and aerial imagery (public domain); magnetic declination from NOAA NCEI (World Magnetic Model)
Wikipedia validationArticle content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API.