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Pigeon Point — Capes 18.9 Miles SSW of Chapman Inn
Oxford County, Maine · USGS Center Lovell Quadrangle · GNIS 581171
Within Oxford County, Maine, on the USGS Center Lovell quadrangle, the cape known as Pigeon Point sits 18.9 miles south-southwest of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Oxford County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Pigeon Point as a cape on the Center Lovell topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/017), under Feature ID 581171. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Pigeon Point sits at 44.15146° N, 70.93535° W (DMS 44°09′05″ N, 70°56′07″ W).
Other capes in Oxford County, Maine
Oxford County, ME contains 19 capes catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Pigeon Point itself. The ones closest to Pigeon Point:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Blackburn Point | North Sebago | 17.1 mi |
| The Cape | Casco | 21.6 mi |
| Long Point | Casco | 21.8 mi |
| The Bar | Mechanic Falls | 22.1 mi |
| Hayes Point | Mechanic Falls | 22.4 mi |
| Lunt Point | Mechanic Falls | 22.9 mi |
| Bailey Point | Metallak Mountain | 42.5 mi |
| Rifle Point | Middle Dam | 43.2 mi |
| Pine Point | Umbagog Lake North | 44.4 mi |
| Jackson Point | Middle Dam | 44.5 mi |
Features on the USGS Center Lovell Quadrangle
The Center Lovell 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 65 catalogued natural features alongside Pigeon Point. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Long Meadow Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Lower Bay | Bays | Oxford County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Northwest Cove | Bays | Oxford County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Ladies Delight Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Sucker Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Fairview Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Creeper Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Fryeburg Harbor | Bays | Oxford County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Kezar Outlet | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Little Cold River | Streams | Oxford County, NH | 1.7 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SSW out of Bethel for 18.9 miles (south-southwest) and you reach Pigeon Point; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 32 minutes.
Best time to visit
Generally accessible May through October; winter access depends on snow cover. At this latitude (44.151°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 18.9 miles from the Inn, plan on a comfortable day trip with time for lunch on the road. Conditions at Pigeon Point track the nearby Long Meadow Brook stream (0.2 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Pigeon Point
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Long Meadow Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Lower Bay | Bays | Oxford County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Northwest Cove | Bays | Oxford County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Ladies Delight Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Sucker Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.5 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Pigeon Point located?
Pigeon Point is in Oxford County, Maine, approximately 18.9 miles south-southwest of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Center Lovell topographic quadrangle.
How far is Pigeon Point from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 32 minutes, 18.9 miles south-southwest (bearing SSW) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Pigeon Point?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Pigeon Point as a cape, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 581171 on the Center Lovell quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Pigeon Point?
Generally accessible May through October; winter access depends on snow cover.
How many other capes are in Oxford County, Maine?
GNIS lists 18 other capes in Oxford County, Maine.