Barnstable County Map, Massachusetts
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Barnstable County, Massachusetts
Cape Cod’s heart beats in Barnstable County. This coastal area sits on the southeastern tip of Massachusetts, jutting out into the Atlantic.
It’s a place with sandy beaches and quaint towns. Hyannis, with its harbor, was once the summer playground of the Kennedys.
You’ll find lighthouses along the shoreline. They’re like beacons guiding ships through treacherous waters for centuries. Seafood here is unbeatable. Whale watching is a must.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County name | Barnstable County |
| County seat | Barnstable |
| Population | Approximately 230,000 |
| Cities, towns, and communities | Barnstable, Bourne, Brewster, Chatham, Dennis, Eastham, Falmouth, Harwich, Mashpee, Orleans, Provincetown, Sandwich, Truro, Wellfleet, Yarmouth |
| Interstates and highways | U.S. Route 6, Massachusetts Route 28, Massachusetts Route 6A, Massachusetts Route 132 |
| FIPS code | 25-001 |
| Total area (land and water) | 1,306 square miles (394 square miles land, 912 square miles water) |
| Adjacent counties (and direction) | Plymouth County (Northwest), Dukes County (South), Nantucket County (South) |
| Time zone | Eastern Time Zone (ET) |
| State | Massachusetts |
| Coordinates | 41.6670° N, 70.2880° W |
| Etymology | Named after Barnstable, England |
| Major landmarks | Cape Cod National Seashore, Heritage Museums & Gardens, Sandwich Glass Museum, Hyannis Harbor |
| Website | Barnstable County Website |
PHYSICAL MAP
Barnstable County Topographic Map
Our topographic map shows this county is mostly flat. Coastal dunes, low hills, and gentle rises shape the land. Elevation barely creeps above 300 feet. The interior is wooded, but the coastline stands out most on our topo map.
TRANSPORTATION MAP
Barnstable County Road Map
Roads in Barnstable County basically follow the curve of Cape Cod itself. Route 6 runs the length of the peninsula. There aren’t any interstates here, though Route 28 helps connect the towns. Scenic byways cut across the cape, especially toward the coast. Even so, things stay mostly local. You can explore these roads in detail using our zoom tool.
SATELLITE IMAGERY
Barnstable County Satellite Map
Coastline dominates the view. Long beaches stretch for miles, but marshes and kettle ponds also appear clearly. While most of the land is forested, the sandy edges catch the eye first.
OUTLINE MAP
Barnstable County Blank Map
Barnstable looks like a flexing arm, reaching into the Atlantic. Its southern edge borders Nantucket Sound, while Cape Cod Bay sits to the north. The shape is distinctive, with peninsulas and hooked points. It doesn’t touch another state, just water on nearly all sides.
Neighboring Counties
Here are the 3 neighboring counties of Barnstable County:
Massachusetts County Map
Small state, big personality. Boston’s skyline shouts history. The Cape serves up beach days and lobster rolls. Massachusetts history, culture, and coastline is packed into its 14 counties.