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Androscoggin Island — Islands 35.0 Miles E of Chapman Inn
Kennebec County, Maine · USGS Wayne Quadrangle · GNIS 561260
Within Kennebec County, Maine, on the USGS Wayne quadrangle, the island known as Androscoggin Island sits 35.0 miles east of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “island in Kennebec County, Maine, United States”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Kennebec County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Androscoggin Island as a island on the Wayne topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/011), under Feature ID 561260. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Androscoggin Island sits at 44.33590° N, 70.08672° W (DMS 44°20′09″ N, 70°05′12″ W).
Other islands in Kennebec County, Maine
Kennebec County, ME contains 50 islands catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Androscoggin Island itself. The ones closest to Androscoggin Island:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Norris Island | Wayne | 1.6 mi |
| Blodgett Island | Wayne | 2.3 mi |
| Joes Island | Wayne | 3.3 mi |
| Big Island | Winthrop | 7.2 mi |
| Echo Island | Fayette | 7.2 mi |
| Turtle Island | Fayette | 7.3 mi |
| Lovers Island | Purgatory | 9 mi |
| Pine Island | Purgatory | 9.2 mi |
| Lower Sister Island | Winthrop | 9.2 mi |
| Belle Island | Winthrop | 9.2 mi |
Features on the USGS Wayne Quadrangle
The Wayne 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 23 catalogued natural features alongside Androscoggin Island. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Androscoggin Lake | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 1 mi |
| Hedgehog Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Norris Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Morrison Heights | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Lothrop Island | Islands | Androscoggin County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Pocasset Lake | Reservoirs | Kennebec County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Blodgett Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 2.3 mi |
| Hales Brook | Streams | Kennebec County, ME | 2.9 mi |
| Bishop Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 2.9 mi |
| Pickerel Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 3 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing E out of Bethel for 35.0 miles (east) and you reach Androscoggin Island; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 60 minutes.
Best time to visit
Late May through early October, when the water is safe for small-boat access. At this latitude (44.336°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 35.0 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Androscoggin Island track the nearby Androscoggin Lake (1.0 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Androscoggin Island
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Androscoggin Lake | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 1 mi |
| Hedgehog Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Norris Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Morrison Heights | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Lothrop Island | Islands | Androscoggin County, ME | 2.1 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Androscoggin Island located?
Androscoggin Island is in Kennebec County, Maine, approximately 35.0 miles east of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Wayne topographic quadrangle.
How far is Androscoggin Island from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 60 minutes, 35.0 miles east (bearing E) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Androscoggin Island?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Androscoggin Island as a island, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 561260 on the Wayne quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Androscoggin Island?
Late May through early October, when the water is safe for small-boat access.
How many other islands are in Kennebec County, Maine?
GNIS lists 49 other islands in Kennebec County, Maine.
Wikidata: Q34643034.