Big Island — Islands 46.6 Miles S of Chapman Inn
Cumberland County, Maine · USGS Standish Quadrangle · GNIS 1912175
Within Cumberland County, Maine, on the USGS Standish quadrangle, the island known as Big Island sits 46.6 miles south 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 Big Island as a island on the Standish topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/005), under Feature ID 1912175. Catalogued in GNIS since 05/08/2001.
Coordinates & physical setting
Big Island sits at 43.74230° N, 70.61256° W (DMS 43°44′32″ N, 70°36′45″ W).
Other islands in Cumberland County, Maine
Cumberland County, ME contains 52 islands catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Big Island itself. The ones closest to Big Island:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Middle Island | Standish | 0.2 mi |
| Treasure Island | Standish | 0.2 mi |
| Blueberry Island | Standish | 0.3 mi |
| Indian Island | Sebago Lake | 6 mi |
| Goulds Island | Steep Falls | 6.5 mi |
| Frye Island | Sebago Lake | 8 mi |
| Merrill Isle | North Windham | 8.9 mi |
| Papoose Island | North Windham | 9.4 mi |
| Gillman Island | North Windham | 9.5 mi |
| Lindsay Island | North Windham | 9.8 mi |
Features on the USGS Standish Quadrangle
The Standish 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 8 catalogued natural features alongside Big Island. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Middle Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Treasure Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Blueberry Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Watchic Pond | Reservoirs | Cumberland County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Oak Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 2.3 mi |
| Breakheart Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 2.5 mi |
| Josies Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 3 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing S out of Bethel for 46.6 miles (south) and you reach Big Island; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 80 minutes.
Best time to visit
Late May through early October, when the water is safe for small-boat access. At this latitude (43.742°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 46.6 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Big Island track the nearby Middle Island (essentially adjacent) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Big Island
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Middle Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Treasure Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Blueberry Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Watchic Pond | Reservoirs | Cumberland County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Little Watchic Pond | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 2.2 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Big Island located?
Big Island is in Cumberland County, Maine, approximately 46.6 miles south of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Standish topographic quadrangle.
How far is Big Island from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 80 minutes, 46.6 miles south (bearing S) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Big Island?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Big Island as a island, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 1912175 on the Standish quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Big 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: Q49632937.