2021 Map of Ipswich

About this map

Ipswich and its intricate coastal geography dominate this 2021 study, where the Ipswich River meets the Atlantic Ocean through a network of tidal marshes and drumlin hills. The town’s long history is reflected in its numerous historic interment sites, including the Old North Burying Ground and Highland Cemetery, as well as the landmark Choate Bridge spanning the river downtown. To the north, the Parker River Marshes and Roger Island River Marshes create a vast mosaic of wetlands broken by glacial features like Eagle Hill and the Hog Islands. Along the coast, the landscape transitions from the sandy expanse of Crane Beach and Castle Neck to the rocky outcrops of Emersons Rocks. Further south, the settlement of Essex is detailed near the Essex Burial Ground and the South Essex waterfront, illustrating the persistent maritime and colonial character of this Essex County region.