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Jordan Bay — Bays 39.2 Miles SSE of Chapman Inn
Cumberland County, Maine · USGS Raymond Quadrangle · GNIS 568979
Within Cumberland County, Maine, on the USGS Raymond quadrangle, the bay known as Jordan Bay sits 39.2 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “bay in Cumberland County, Maine, United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Cumberland County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Jordan Bay as a bay on the Raymond topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/005), under Feature ID 568979. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Jordan Bay sits at 43.88008° N, 70.49089° W (DMS 43°52′48″ N, 70°29′27″ W).
Other bays in Cumberland County, Maine
Cumberland County, ME contains 32 bays catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Jordan Bay itself. The ones closest to Jordan Bay:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Turtle Cove | Naples | 1.2 mi |
| Upper Harvey Cove | Naples | 1.5 mi |
| Shingle Cove | Naples | 1.6 mi |
| Schooner Cove | Naples | 1.7 mi |
| Lower Harvey Cove | Naples | 1.7 mi |
| Burnell Cove | Naples | 1.8 mi |
| Camp Cove | North Windham | 2.3 mi |
| Flag Cove | Naples | 3.5 mi |
| Kettle Cove | Naples | 3.8 mi |
| Maple Cove | Naples | 3.9 mi |
Features on the USGS Raymond Quadrangle
The Raymond 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 55 catalogued natural features alongside Jordan Bay. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Browns Point | Capes | Cumberland County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Hyde Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Panther Run | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Hayden Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 2.4 mi |
| Brown Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 2.5 mi |
| Dollys Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 2.6 mi |
| Mount Hunger | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 2.7 mi |
| Bettys Neck | Capes | Cumberland County, ME | 3 mi |
| Panther Pond | Reservoirs | Cumberland County, ME | 3.4 mi |
| Ai Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 3.4 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SSE out of Bethel for 39.2 miles (south-southeast) and you reach Jordan Bay; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 67 minutes.
Best time to visit
June through September for paddling and swimming; January through March for ice fishing. At this latitude (43.880°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 39.2 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Jordan Bay track the nearby Browns Point cape (0.8 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Jordan Bay
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Browns Point | Capes | Cumberland County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Hyde Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Turtle Cove | Bays | Cumberland County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Panther Run | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Raymond Neck | Capes | Cumberland County, ME | 1.4 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Jordan Bay located?
Jordan Bay is in Cumberland County, Maine, approximately 39.2 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Raymond topographic quadrangle.
How far is Jordan Bay from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 67 minutes, 39.2 miles south-southeast (bearing SSE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Jordan Bay?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Jordan Bay as a bay, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 568979 on the Raymond quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Jordan Bay?
June through September for paddling and swimming; January through March for ice fishing.
How many other bays are in Cumberland County, Maine?
GNIS lists 31 other bays in Cumberland County, Maine.
Wikidata: Q34798679.