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Swampscott Massachusetts Map

Explore Swampscott, 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 Swampscott, Massachusetts

How to Use This Swampscott, Massachusetts Map

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

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

Latitude	42.468059
Longitude	-70.89126
Population	15,111
Density	1930.6 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Code	01907
Area Code	339, 351, 413, 508, 617, 774, 781, 857, 978
County Seat	Salem
School District	Swampscott School District

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About Swampscott, Massachusetts

Swampscott is a locality in Essex County, Massachusetts, United States. It has a population of 15,111. The population density is 1930.6 people per km². Swampscott is located at 42.4681°N, 70.8913°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 01907.

Swampscott displays a rugged elegance where the earth meets the vast, shifting expanse of the Atlantic Ocean. It lies 1.7 miles east of Lynn, MA (from Lynn, MA: bearing 80°T), and is situated 8.4 miles north-northeast of Suffolk. The shoreline is defined by rocky outcroppings and salt-kissed breezes that carry the rhythmic pulse of the tides against the land. Inland, the landscape softens toward the quiet waters of Goldfish Pond, while the Forest River meanders through the terrain a short distance away. On the distant horizon, the silhouette of Bow Ridge provides a grounding presence against the wide New England sky. Even during the grayest afternoons, the light reflecting off the water lends the coastline a luminous, silver quality that defines the daily experience of Swampscott.

Early life in Swampscott evolved from a reliance on the sea’s bounty, transitioning over generations into a residential enclave shaped by the industrious spirit of its inhabitants. While the local economy once leaned heavily upon the harvest of the deep, the modern era reflects a suburban character supported by a diversity of professional services and small-scale commerce. The transition from maritime trade to a settled, quiet existence mirrors the broader development of the region, where the steady labor of the past laid the foundation for the current atmosphere. Residents maintain a connection to this heritage through the careful preservation of open spaces like Monument Mall, which serves as a central point for public gathering. The rhythm of commerce here is measured and deliberate, favoring a pace that allows for both professional engagement and the quiet enjoyment of the coastal climate.

Swampscott fosters a distinct cultural identity rooted in a long-standing appreciation for the arts and the intellectual traditions of the coast. Notable figures such as the renowned educator and diplomat Henry Cabot Lodge have left their mark on the local legacy, helping to shape the character of the surrounding region. The town serves as a quiet stage for seasonal events that bring neighbors together, often centered around the natural beauty of the nearby beaches or the community spaces that dot the landscape. Residents recognize the value of their environment, occasionally looking toward the distant peaks of Bow Ridge or the maritime mysteries of Dread Ledge as landmarks of their geographic home. Whether walking near the edges of the Atlantic Ocean or participating in local festivities, the people of Swampscott hold a deep, understated pride in the unique intersection of history and natural beauty that defines their daily lives.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Palmer Pond (Local Conservation Area) — 0.1 mi, 025° NE
South Essex Ocean Sanctuary (Marine Protected Area) — 0.3 mi, 157° SE
Phillips Park (Local Park) — 0.4 mi, 253° W
Stanley School Athletic Fields (Recreation Easement) — 0.4 mi, 306° NW
Johnson Park (Local Park) — 0.6 mi, 248° W
Middle School Athletic Fields (Recreation Easement) — 0.6 mi, 316° NW
Francis J. Cassidy (1928–1990) (Monument) — 0.8 mi, 259° W
Beach Bluff Park (Park) — 0.9 mi, 037° NE
Lynn Shore Reservation (State Park) — 1.3 mi, 269° W
Gravel Pit Pond (Waterfowl Production Area) — 1.3 mi, 353° N
World War I Memorial (Monument) — 1.4 mi, 272° W
Civil War Monument (Monument) — 1.4 mi, 271° W
Forest River Conservation Area (Local Conservation Area) — 1.6 mi, 003° N
Salem State Recital Hall (Theatre) — 2.3 mi, 356° N
Egg Rock (Henry Cabot Lodge) State Wildlife Sanctuary (Marine Protected Area) — 2.4 mi, 188° S
Viking Statue (Public Artwork) — 2.6 mi, 356° N
Galleries at LynnArts (Gallery) — 2.7 mi, 263° W
Neal Rantoul Vault Theatre (Theatre) — 2.7 mi, 263° W
Warwick Place (Cinema) — 2.9 mi, 037° NE
G.A.R. Hall and Museum of Lynn, MA (Museum) — 2.9 mi, 263° W
Lynn Memorial Auditorium (Arts Centre) — 3.1 mi, 266° W
Marblehead Police Museum (Museum) — 3.3 mi, 039° NE
Museum of the Grand Army of The Republic (Museum) — 3.3 mi, 039° NE
Acorn Gallery School of Art (Arts Centre) — 3.4 mi, 042° NE
Pickering House (Attraction) — 3.5 mi, 353° N
Real Pirates Salem (Attraction) — 3.6 mi, 360° N
Chambers Of terror (Attraction) — 3.6 mi, 002° N
Old Town Hall (Museum) — 3.7 mi, 357° N
CCUS (Christian congregation) (Attraction) — 3.7 mi, 254° W
Rumney Marsh Reservation (State Park) — 6.2 mi, 254° W

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