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Thompson Point — Capes 35.5 Miles SSE of Chapman Inn
Cumberland County, Maine · USGS Naples Quadrangle · GNIS 577019
Within Cumberland County, Maine, on the USGS Naples quadrangle, the cape known as Thompson Point sits 35.5 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Cumberland County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Thompson Point as a cape on the Naples topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/005), under Feature ID 577019. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Thompson Point sits at 43.91257° N, 70.58367° W (DMS 43°54′45″ N, 70°35′01″ W).
Other capes in Cumberland County, Maine
Cumberland County, ME contains 35 capes catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Thompson Point itself. The ones closest to Thompson Point:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cub Point | Naples | 1 mi |
| Bear Point | Naples | 1.2 mi |
| Wards Point | Naples | 2 mi |
| Breezy Point | Naples | 2.3 mi |
| Cox Point | North Sebago | 2.7 mi |
| Sanborns Point | North Sebago | 3.2 mi |
| Kelseys Point | Naples | 3.8 mi |
| Raymond Neck | Sebago Lake | 4.4 mi |
| Birch Point | Naples | 4.8 mi |
| Arrowhead Point | Naples | 5.6 mi |
Features on the USGS Naples Quadrangle
The Naples 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 65 catalogued natural features alongside Thompson Point. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whitney Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Songo River | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Outer Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Witch Cove | Bays | Cumberland County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Cub Point | Capes | Cumberland County, ME | 1 mi |
| Inner Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 1 mi |
| Bay of Naples | Reservoirs | Cumberland County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Cub Cove | Bays | Cumberland County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Bear Point | Capes | Cumberland County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| New Place Cove | Bays | Cumberland County, ME | 1.3 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SSE out of Bethel for 35.5 miles (south-southeast) and you reach Thompson Point; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 61 minutes.
Best time to visit
Generally accessible May through October; winter access depends on snow cover. At this latitude (43.913°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 35.5 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Thompson Point track the nearby Whitney Brook stream (0.4 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Thompson Point
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whitney Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Songo River | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Outer Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Witch Cove | Bays | Cumberland County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Cub Point | Capes | Cumberland County, ME | 1 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Thompson Point located?
Thompson Point is in Cumberland County, Maine, approximately 35.5 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Naples topographic quadrangle.
How far is Thompson Point from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 61 minutes, 35.5 miles south-southeast (bearing SSE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Thompson Point?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Thompson Point as a cape, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 577019 on the Naples quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Thompson 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.