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Westerly Rhode Island Map

Explore Westerly, Rhode Island, 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 Westerly, Rhode Island

How to Use This Westerly, Rhode Island Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Westerly, Rhode Island. 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 Rhode Island 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 Westerly.

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	Westerly
State	Rhode Island (RI)
County	Washington County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	41.373301
Longitude	-71.806783
Population	18,423
Density	449.2 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Code	02891
Area Code	401
County Seat	South Kingstown
School District	Westerly School District

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About Westerly, Rhode Island

Westerly is a locality in Washington County, Rhode Island, United States. It has a population of 18,423. The population density is 449.2 people per km². Westerly is located at 41.3733°N, 71.8068°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 02891.

Westerly commands the horizon where the Pawcatuck River carves its path toward the distant salt air. It lies 27.8 miles west-southwest of Newport, RI (from Newport, RI: bearing 254°T), and is situated 0.3 miles east of Pawcatuck. The landscape remains defined by the proximity of the Atlantic Ocean, which exerts a cooling influence on the air four miles away. To the north, the gentle elevation of Chapman Ridge anchors the distant view, standing as a silent sentinel over the surrounding plains. Locals often find respite at Chapman Pond, a singular body of water that mirrors the changing seasons. The terrain maintains a quiet dignity, punctuated by the lush, curated greenery of Wilcox Park that serves as the central lung of the neighborhood.

Westerly emerged from the rugged labor of early settlers who recognized the potential in the local granite and maritime trade. The economy historically thrived on the strength of its quarries, which provided stone for grand buildings across the nation, alongside a steady reliance on the river for industrial transport. Today, the commercial fiber of Westerly remains tied to its heritage, balancing a legacy of craftsmanship with modern commercial interests. Generations of workers have contributed to the local identity, ensuring that the rhythm of the docks and the steady hum of commerce continue to define the day. While the world beyond shifts, the internal engine of this place remains steady, sustained by the same waters that once powered its early mills.

Westerly cultivates a distinct cultural spirit, one that is both proud of its maritime past and welcoming to those who walk the Narragansett Trail. Wilcox Park acts as a focal point for the populace, hosting gatherings that bring the community together under the shade of mature trees. The atmosphere feels particularly alive during the quiet hours of dusk, when the light softens against the architecture of the downtown center. Notable figures such as the renowned singer Taylor Swift have found a personal connection to the nearby coastline, bringing a quiet notoriety to the surrounding district. Visitors often explore the area to experience a sense of place that remains unhurried and authentic, far from the frantic pace of larger metropolitan hubs.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Crandall Swamp (Local Conservation Area) — 0.1 mi, 094° E
Pound Road (Local Conservation Area) — 0.3 mi, 118° SE
Crandall, Crandall, Crandall (Conservation Area) — 0.7 mi, 111° E
Babcock-Smith House Museum (Museum) — 0.7 mi, 258° W
Unknown Park (Local Park) — 0.7 mi, 299° NW
Crandall Swamp Fee (Conservation Area) — 1.0 mi, 083° E
United Theatre (Theatre) — 1.3 mi, 291° W
Newton Swamp Management Area (State Resource Management Area) — 1.5 mi, 078° E
Winnapaug Pond (State Conservation Area) — 2.1 mi, 176° S
Wellhead (Waterfowl Production Area) — 2.1 mi, 064° NE
Barn Island Wildlife Management Area (Marine Protected Area) — 2.7 mi, 235° SW
Barn Island Wildlife Area (State Conservation Area) — 2.7 mi, 236° SW
Weekapaug Overlook (Viewpoint) — 4.2 mi, 140° SE
Burlingame (State Park) — 4.7 mi, 087° E
Jonathan Foster Ground (Monument) — 4.8 mi, 210° SW
General Stanton Monument (Monument) — 5.0 mi, 104° E
Ninigret Statue (Public Artwork) — 5.1 mi, 211° SW
Remains of Rhode's Folly (Historic Ruins) — 5.4 mi, 237° SW
Borough Hall (Monument) — 5.8 mi, 242° SW
Old Lighthouse Museum (Museum) — 6.0 mi, 239° SW
Ninigret National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 6.1 mi, 092° E · 2,647 acres
Large Glacial Erratic (Attraction) — 6.7 mi, 258° W
Mystic Ballet (Theatre) — 6.8 mi, 264° W
Hellcat Propeller (Attraction) — 7.4 mi, 090° E
Frosty Drew Memorial Nature Center (Museum) — 7.5 mi, 093° E
Mystic Art Gallery (Arts Centre) — 8.6 mi, 261° W
Charlestown Gallery (Gallery) — 8.7 mi, 084° E
Yawgoog Heritage Center (Museum) — 10.2 mi, 009° N
H. C. Anthony Stockade (Historic Castle / Fort) — 10.4 mi, 008° N
Mashantucket Pequot Reservation Archeological District (Historic Ruins) — 10.4 mi, 305° NW

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