2021 Map of Natick

About this map

Wellesley College, Brandeis University, and Babson College anchor this landscape, illustrating the concentration of academic institutions along the Charles River valley. The mapping identifies deep historical layers, including the ancient Old Connecticut Path and the South Natick Burial Ground, marking the early colonial and Indigenous heritage of the region. The transition of the region's transportation network is evident in the conversion of former rail corridors into the Mass Central/Wayside Rail Trl and Cochituate Rail Trl. Local life is organized around distinct village centers such as Newton Lower Falls, Wellesley Hills, and South Natick. The area is characterized by an abundance of small water bodies like Morses Pond and Lake Waban, which sit alongside numerous hills including Maugus Hill and Broad Hill, defining the suburban character of these established communities.