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Bean Island — Islands 40.5 Miles SSE of Chapman Inn
Cumberland County, Maine · USGS Raymond Quadrangle · GNIS 561785
Within Cumberland County, Maine, on the USGS Raymond quadrangle, the island known as Bean Island sits 40.5 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 Bean Island as a island on the Raymond topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/005), under Feature ID 561785. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Bean Island sits at 43.88369° N, 70.41533° W (DMS 43°53′01″ N, 70°24′55″ W).
Other islands in Cumberland County, Maine
Cumberland County, ME contains 52 islands catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Bean Island itself. The ones closest to Bean Island:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Martin Island | Raymond | 0.3 mi |
| Crow Island | Raymond | 0.5 mi |
| Spider Island | Raymond | 0.6 mi |
| Treasure Island | Raymond | 0.6 mi |
| Bass Island | North Windham | 0.6 mi |
| Horse Island | North Windham | 0.7 mi |
| Grape Island | Raymond | 1.2 mi |
| Dollys Island | Raymond | 3.4 mi |
| Lindsay Island | North Windham | 4.2 mi |
| Papoose Island | North Windham | 4.7 mi |
Features on the USGS Raymond Quadrangle
The Raymond 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 55 catalogued natural features alongside Bean Island. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lyon Point | Capes | Cumberland County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Upper Bay | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Little Sebago Lake | Reservoirs | Cumberland County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Martin Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Crow Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Spider Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Treasure Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Krams Point | Capes | Cumberland County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Mount Hunger | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Adams Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.2 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SSE out of Bethel for 40.5 miles (south-southeast) and you reach Bean Island; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 69 minutes.
Best time to visit
Late May through early October, when the water is safe for small-boat access. At this latitude (43.884°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 40.5 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Bean Island track the nearby Lyon Point cape (0.3 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Bean Island
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lyon Point | Capes | Cumberland County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Upper Bay | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Little Sebago Lake | Reservoirs | Cumberland County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Martin Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Crow Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.5 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Bean Island located?
Bean Island is in Cumberland County, Maine, approximately 40.5 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Raymond topographic quadrangle.
How far is Bean Island from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 69 minutes, 40.5 miles south-southeast (bearing SSE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Bean Island?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Bean Island as a island, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 561785 on the Raymond quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Bean 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: Q34654577.