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Robbins Point — Capes 43.9 Miles E of Chapman Inn
Kennebec County, Maine · USGS Winthrop Quadrangle · GNIS 574292
Within Kennebec County, Maine, on the USGS Winthrop quadrangle, the cape known as Robbins Point sits 43.9 miles east of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Kennebec County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Robbins Point as a cape on the Winthrop topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/011), under Feature ID 574292. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Robbins Point sits at 44.29951° N, 69.91199° W (DMS 44°17′58″ N, 69°54′43″ W).
Other capes in Kennebec County, Maine
Kennebec County, ME contains 16 capes catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Robbins Point itself. The ones closest to Robbins Point:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Welch Point | Winthrop | 1.4 mi |
| West Point | Winthrop | 1.9 mi |
| Crams Point | Winthrop | 3.2 mi |
| Norris Point | Purgatory | 4.9 mi |
| Foster Point | Rome | 14.5 mi |
| Hemlock Point | Rome | 15.3 mi |
| Pinewold Point | Belgrade Lakes | 15.4 mi |
| Hersom Point | Rome | 15.7 mi |
| Long Point | Rome | 16.1 mi |
| Long Point | Belgrade Lakes | 17.1 mi |
Features on the USGS Winthrop Quadrangle
The Winthrop 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 35 catalogued natural features alongside Robbins Point. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kezar Brook | Streams | Kennebec County, ME | 0.1 mi |
| Lower Sister Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Upper Sister Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Belle Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Hodgdon Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Cuba Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 1 mi |
| Black Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Kezar Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Molazigan Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Packards Ledge | Other Natural Features | Kennebec County, ME | 1.3 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing E out of Bethel for 43.9 miles (east) and you reach Robbins Point; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 75 minutes.
Best time to visit
Generally accessible May through October; winter access depends on snow cover. At this latitude (44.300°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 43.9 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Robbins Point track the nearby Kezar Brook stream (essentially adjacent) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Robbins Point
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kezar Brook | Streams | Kennebec County, ME | 0.1 mi |
| Lower Sister Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Upper Sister Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Belle Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Hodgdon Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 0.9 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Robbins Point located?
Robbins Point is in Kennebec County, Maine, approximately 43.9 miles east of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Winthrop topographic quadrangle.
How far is Robbins Point from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 75 minutes, 43.9 miles east (bearing E) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Robbins Point?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Robbins Point as a cape, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 574292 on the Winthrop quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Robbins Point?
Generally accessible May through October; winter access depends on snow cover.
How many other capes are in Kennebec County, Maine?
GNIS lists 15 other capes in Kennebec County, Maine.