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Abners Nose — Capes 25.8 Miles SSE of Chapman Inn
Cumberland County, Maine · USGS Bridgton Quadrangle · GNIS 1912124
Within Cumberland County, Maine, on the USGS Bridgton quadrangle, the cape known as Abners Nose sits 25.8 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “cape in Cumberland County, Maine, United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Cumberland County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Abners Nose as a cape on the Bridgton topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/005), under Feature ID 1912124. Catalogued in GNIS since 05/08/2001.
Coordinates & physical setting
Abners Nose sits at 44.04035° N, 70.67256° W (DMS 44°02′25″ N, 70°40′21″ W).
Other capes in Cumberland County, Maine
Cumberland County, ME contains 35 capes catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Abners Nose itself. The ones closest to Abners Nose:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Adams Point | Bridgton | 0.7 mi |
| Salmon Point | Bridgton | 0.8 mi |
| Monk Point | Bridgton | 1.9 mi |
| Cape Monday | Bridgton | 2 mi |
| Bear Point | Bridgton | 2.1 mi |
| Bluff Point | Bridgton | 2.7 mi |
| Long Point | Bridgton | 3.1 mi |
| Kellys Point | Bridgton | 3.6 mi |
| Bells Point | Bridgton | 4.2 mi |
| Keoka Point | Naples | 4.2 mi |
Features on the USGS Bridgton Quadrangle
The Bridgton 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 49 catalogued natural features alongside Abners Nose. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sandy Cove | Bays | Cumberland County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Mosquito Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Adams Point | Capes | Cumberland County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Mount Henry | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Salmon Point | Capes | Cumberland County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Little Cove | Bays | Cumberland County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Stevens Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1 mi |
| Otter Pond | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Packard Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Stevens Pond | Reservoirs | Cumberland County, ME | 1.5 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SSE out of Bethel for 25.8 miles (south-southeast) and you reach Abners Nose; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 44 minutes.
Best time to visit
Generally accessible May through October; winter access depends on snow cover. At this latitude (44.040°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 25.8 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Abners Nose track the nearby Sandy Cove bay (0.2 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Abners Nose
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sandy Cove | Bays | Cumberland County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Mosquito Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Adams Point | Capes | Cumberland County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Mount Henry | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Salmon Point | Capes | Cumberland County, ME | 0.8 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Abners Nose located?
Abners Nose is in Cumberland County, Maine, approximately 25.8 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Bridgton topographic quadrangle.
How far is Abners Nose from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 44 minutes, 25.8 miles south-southeast (bearing SSE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Abners Nose?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Abners Nose as a cape, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 1912124 on the Bridgton quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Abners Nose?
Generally accessible May through October; winter access depends on snow cover.
How many other capes are in Cumberland County, Maine?
GNIS lists 34 other capes in Cumberland County, Maine.
Wikidata: Q34630757.