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Sanborns Point — Capes 37.1 Miles SSE of Chapman Inn
Cumberland County, Maine · USGS North Sebago Quadrangle · GNIS 1913018
Within Cumberland County, Maine, on the USGS North Sebago quadrangle, the cape known as Sanborns Point sits 37.1 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Cumberland County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Sanborns Point as a cape on the North Sebago topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/005), under Feature ID 1913018. Catalogued in GNIS since 05/08/2001.
Coordinates & physical setting
Sanborns Point sits at 43.88091° N, 70.62923° W (DMS 43°52′51″ N, 70°37′45″ W).
Other capes in Cumberland County, Maine
Cumberland County, ME contains 35 capes catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Sanborns Point itself. The ones closest to Sanborns Point:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cox Point | North Sebago | 0.6 mi |
| Wards Point | Naples | 1.2 mi |
| Thompson Point | Naples | 3.2 mi |
| Cub Point | Naples | 3.7 mi |
| Bear Point | Naples | 3.8 mi |
| Breezy Point | Naples | 5 mi |
| Raymond Neck | Sebago Lake | 5.6 mi |
| Kelseys Point | Naples | 6.6 mi |
| Raymond Cape | North Windham | 6.8 mi |
| Birch Point | Naples | 7 mi |
Features on the USGS North Sebago Quadrangle
The North Sebago 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 59 catalogued natural features alongside Sanborns Point. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nason Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Cox Point | Capes | Cumberland County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Bachelder Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Philip Mountain | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| White Mountain | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Perley Pond | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 2.4 mi |
| Peaked Mountain | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 2.6 mi |
| Mill Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 2.6 mi |
| Larrabee Mountain | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 3 mi |
| Mariner Mountain | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 3.1 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SSE out of Bethel for 37.1 miles (south-southeast) and you reach Sanborns Point; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 64 minutes.
Best time to visit
Generally accessible May through October; winter access depends on snow cover. At this latitude (43.881°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 37.1 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Sanborns Point track the nearby Nason Brook stream (0.2 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Sanborns Point
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nason Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Cox Point | Capes | Cumberland County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Bachelder Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Spider Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Wards Point | Capes | Cumberland County, ME | 1.2 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Sanborns Point located?
Sanborns Point is in Cumberland County, Maine, approximately 37.1 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS North Sebago topographic quadrangle.
How far is Sanborns Point from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 64 minutes, 37.1 miles south-southeast (bearing SSE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Sanborns Point?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Sanborns Point as a cape, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 1913018 on the North Sebago quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Sanborns Point?
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.