Bass Island — Islands 41.0 Miles SSE of Chapman Inn
Cumberland County, Maine · USGS North Windham Quadrangle · GNIS 561707
Within Cumberland County, Maine, on the USGS North Windham quadrangle, the island known as Bass Island sits 41.0 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “island in Cumberland County, Maine, United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Cumberland County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Bass Island as a island on the North Windham topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/005), under Feature ID 561707. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Bass Island sits at 43.87508° N, 70.41783° W (DMS 43°52′30″ N, 70°25′04″ W).
Other islands in Cumberland County, Maine
Cumberland County, ME contains 52 islands catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Bass Island itself. The ones closest to Bass Island:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Treasure Island | Raymond | 0.1 mi |
| Crow Island | Raymond | 0.2 mi |
| Horse Island | North Windham | 0.2 mi |
| Martin Island | Raymond | 0.3 mi |
| Bean Island | Raymond | 0.6 mi |
| Spider Island | Raymond | 1.1 mi |
| Grape Island | Raymond | 1.8 mi |
| Lindsay Island | North Windham | 3.7 mi |
| Dollys Island | Raymond | 3.7 mi |
| Papoose Island | North Windham | 4.3 mi |
Features on the USGS North Windham Quadrangle
The North Windham 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 58 catalogued natural features alongside Bass Island. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horse Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Hall Point | Capes | Cumberland County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Hall Cove | Bays | Cumberland County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Lower Narrows | Other Natural Features | Cumberland County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Boody Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Hall Cove | Bays | Cumberland County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Hunger Bay | Bays | Cumberland County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Shelldrake Point | Capes | Cumberland County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Clubhouse Cove | Bays | Cumberland County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Mud Ponds | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 1.8 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SSE out of Bethel for 41.0 miles (south-southeast) and you reach Bass Island; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 70 minutes.
Best time to visit
Late May through early October, when the water is safe for small-boat access. At this latitude (43.875°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 41.0 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Bass Island track the nearby Treasure Island (essentially adjacent) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Bass Island
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Treasure Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.1 mi |
| Crow Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Horse Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Martin Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Upper Bay | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 0.4 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Bass Island located?
Bass Island is in Cumberland County, Maine, approximately 41.0 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS North Windham topographic quadrangle.
How far is Bass Island from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 70 minutes, 41.0 miles south-southeast (bearing SSE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Bass Island?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Bass Island as a island, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 561707 on the North Windham quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Bass Island?
Late May through early October, when the water is safe for small-boat access.
How many other islands are in Cumberland County, Maine?
GNIS lists 51 other islands in Cumberland County, Maine.
Wikidata: Q34652643.