Siasconset Massachusetts Map
Siasconset, Massachusetts — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live National Weather Service conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Siasconset, Nantucket County.
Interactive Map of Siasconset, Massachusetts
| City | Siasconset |
| State | Massachusetts (MA) |
| County | Nantucket |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| Latitude | 41.262623 |
| Longitude | -69.966124 |
| Population | 204 |
| Density | 34.7 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
About Siasconset, Massachusetts
Siasconset is a locality in Nantucket County, Massachusetts, United States. It is a small community with a population of 204. The population density is 34.7 people per km². Siasconset is located at 41.2626°N, 69.9661°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone.
Siasconset unfolds as a whisper of salt and sea, a place where the wild Atlantic breathes against a landscape of low, rolling dunes and hardy beach grass. It lies 34.8 miles south-south-east of Barnstable, MA (from Barnstable, MA: bearing 150°T), and is situated 7.1 miles east-south-east of Nantucket. The air itself feels different here, carrying the briny tang of the ocean and the sweet, subtle perfume of wild roses that spill over weathered fences. Cottages, painted in muted shades of Nantucket grey or seafoam green, huddle together against the prevailing winds, their gingerbread trim a delicate counterpoint to the raw, elemental beauty of the surrounding terrain. Narrow lanes, more accustomed to the scuff of sandy feet than the rumble of tires, meander through the village, inviting slow exploration and quiet contemplation. The light here, particularly as the sun begins its descent, possesses a liquid quality, gilding the weathered shingles and casting long, dancing shadows that seem to hold the secrets of centuries. The history of Siasconset is deeply entwined with the sea, a testament to the resilience of those who first settled this remote corner of the island. Once a bustling whaling village, its fortunes ebbed and flowed with the great leviathans of the deep, and the remnants of that era can still be felt in the weathered docks and the salty tales spun by its long-time residents. Today, the economy of Siasconset leans more towards the gentle hum of summer tourism, a steady stream of visitors drawn to its unspoiled beaches and its timeless charm. The Sankaty Head Lighthouse, a stoic guardian of the coast, stands as a silent witness to the changing tides of fortune and the enduring spirit of this distinctive locale. The very rhythm of life in Siasconset is dictated by the ocean's pulse, a slow, deliberate beat that encourages a profound connection to the natural world.
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About This Siasconset Map Page
This page provides an interactive Google map of Siasconset, Massachusetts with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Siasconset and Nantucket County. Coordinates and population data are also included.
Location data for Siasconset is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity, not name matching alone — ensuring the correct Siasconset is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. Location verified by proximity — not name matching alone. |
