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Watertown Massachusetts Map

Explore Watertown, 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 Watertown, Massachusetts

How to Use This Watertown, Massachusetts Map

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

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

Latitude	42.37093
Longitude	-71.182832
Population	35,900
Density	5500.0 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Codes	02472, 02471, 02477
Area Code	339, 351, 413, 508, 617, 774, 781, 857, 978
County Seat	Cambridge
School District	Watertown School District

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About Watertown, Massachusetts

Watertown is a locality in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States. It has a population of 35,900. The population density is 5500.0 people per km². Watertown is located at 42.3709°N, 71.1828°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP codes: 02472, 02471, 02477.

Watertown draws much of its character from the Charles River, which flows with a steady, quiet persistence past its banks. It lies 1.7 miles south of Belmont, MA (from Belmont, MA: bearing 187°T), and is situated 6.4 miles west of Greater Boston. The land here is defined by the gentle elevation of Whitney Hill Park, which provides a vantage point over the surrounding terrain. To the west, the distant silhouette of Jupiter Ridge marks the horizon, standing in contrast to the lower, more intimate geography of the vicinity. Residents often find a sense of stillness at Payson Park Reservoir, a body of water that reflects the shifting hues of the afternoon sky. Although the Atlantic Ocean lies six miles away, the air in Watertown often carries a subtle, salt-tinged crispness that suggests the nearby coast.

Watertown has evolved from its early colonial roots into a place of industrious activity and modern enterprise. The local economy shifted over the decades from agricultural beginnings to a diverse hub of manufacturing and, more recently, medical technology and research. This transition has allowed Watertown to maintain a distinct professional identity while preserving the legacy of the workers who once labored in its mills and factories. The infrastructure of the area reflects a blend of historic architecture and functional design, serving the needs of a population that values both progress and continuity. Commerce here is anchored by a mix of long-standing businesses and innovative firms that find the environment conducive to steady growth.

Cultural life in Watertown thrives through a rich tapestry of traditions, including its deep-seated Armenian heritage that continues to shape local festivals and culinary offerings. Landmarks such as the historic sites found along the Black Heritage Trail offer residents and visitors a chance to engage with narratives that span generations. The community maintains a vibrant atmosphere, often punctuated by gatherings that celebrate the arts and the shared history of the people. Famous figures such as the renowned architect H.H. Richardson have left an indelible mark on the region’s aesthetic, influencing the very way the light plays across the stone facades of its buildings. Watertown remains a place where the rhythms of daily life are measured by the intersection of intellectual curiosity and a grounded, neighborly spirit.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Whitney Hill Park (Local Park) — 0.1 mi, 324° NW
Drive By Projects (Gallery) — 0.2 mi, 168° S
Lowell School Hill (Recreation Easement) — 0.3 mi, 359° N
Columbus Delta Monument (Monument) — 0.4 mi, 198° S
Watertown Founders Monument (Monument) — 0.5 mi, 182° S
Charles River Reservation (State Park) — 0.6 mi, 231° SW
Turtle Studios (Gallery) — 0.8 mi, 240° SW
The Plumbing Museum (Museum) — 0.8 mi, 261° W
Boyd Park (Local Park) — 0.8 mi, 214° SW
Cunniff School Playground (Recreation Easement) — 0.9 mi, 294° NW
Cambridge Water Supply Land (Waterfowl Production Area) — 1.0 mi, 041° NE
Studio Cinema (Cinema) — 1.0 mi, 355° N
Mosesian Center for the Arts (Theatre) — 1.1 mi, 120° SE
Jackson Homestead and Museum (Museum) — 1.2 mi, 209° SW
Beaver Brook Reservation (State Park) — 1.2 mi, 331° NW
Mclean Hospital Open Space (Local Conservation Area) — 1.3 mi, 346° N
The Majestic 7 (Cinema) — 1.5 mi, 114° SE
Plympton Mill Remains (Viewpoint) — 1.7 mi, 333° NW
World War I Honor Roll (Monument) — 1.9 mi, 275° W
Griffin Museum at Digital Silver Imaging (Museum) — 2.1 mi, 037° NE
Fresh Pond (Waterfowl Production Area) — 2.1 mi, 058° NE
Site of Fitchburg Railroad Hill Crossing Depot (Historic Ruins) — 2.1 mi, 036° NE
Robsham Theater Arts Center (Arts Centre) — 2.4 mi, 162° S
Heartbreak Hill (Bottom/Start) (Attraction) — 2.4 mi, 186° S
Heartbreak Hill (Top/End) (Attraction) — 2.4 mi, 175° S
Unbound Visual Arts Gallery (Gallery) — 2.5 mi, 118° SE
Saint Ignatius Loyola (Public Artwork) — 2.6 mi, 165° S
Great Meadows National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 10.1 mi, 318° NW · 7,706 acres

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