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Martin Point — Capes 38.9 Miles ESE of Chapman Inn
Androscoggin County, Maine · USGS Monmouth Quadrangle · GNIS 570852
38.9 miles east-southeast of Chapman Inn, on the USGS Monmouth topographic quadrangle, Martin Point is a cape recorded in Androscoggin County, Maine by the federal Geographic Names Information System.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
The USGS Monmouth 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle places Martin Point in Androscoggin County, Maine (FIPS 23/001), classified as a cape in the federal GNIS (Feature ID 570852). Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Martin Point sits at 44.12535° N, 70.10589° W (DMS 44°07′31″ N, 70°06′21″ W).
Other capes in Androscoggin County, Maine
Androscoggin County, ME contains 6 capes catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Martin Point itself. The ones closest to Martin Point:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Marr Point | Monmouth | 2.2 mi |
| Salmon Point | Lake Auburn West | 7.6 mi |
| Pine Point | Lake Auburn West | 7.8 mi |
| Abrams Point | Mechanic Falls | 18.9 mi |
| Pine Point | Mechanic Falls | 20 mi |
Features on the USGS Monmouth Quadrangle
The Monmouth 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 21 catalogued natural features alongside Martin Point. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Custer Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Sabattus Mountain | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Marr Point | Capes | Androscoggin County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Maxwell Swamp | Swamps | Androscoggin County, ME | 3.1 mi |
| Dead River | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 3.3 mi |
| Hodgman Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 3.6 mi |
| Hooper Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 3.8 mi |
| Oak Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 4.2 mi |
| Oak Hill | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 4.2 mi |
| Danforth Hill | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 5.2 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Chapman Inn sits 38.9 miles east-southeast (bearing ESE) of Martin Point. At moderate back-road speeds the drive runs about 67 minutes — comfortably inside a half-day outing window after breakfast.
Best time to visit
Generally accessible May through October; winter access depends on snow cover. At this latitude (44.125°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 38.9 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Martin Point track the nearby Sabattus Pond reservoir (0.3 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Martin Point
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sabattus Pond | Reservoirs | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Round Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Hedgehog Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Custer Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| No Name Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.7 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Martin Point located?
Martin Point is in Androscoggin County, Maine, approximately 38.9 miles east-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Monmouth topographic quadrangle.
How far is Martin Point from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 67 minutes, 38.9 miles east-southeast (bearing ESE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Martin Point?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Martin Point as a cape, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 570852 on the Monmouth quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Martin Point?
Generally accessible May through October; winter access depends on snow cover.
How many other capes are in Androscoggin County, Maine?
GNIS lists 5 other capes in Androscoggin County, Maine.