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Black Island — Islands 28.0 Miles SSE of Chapman Inn
Androscoggin County, Maine · USGS Mechanic Falls Quadrangle · GNIS 562442
Within Androscoggin County, Maine, on the USGS Mechanic Falls quadrangle, the island known as Black Island sits 28.0 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “island in Maine, USA”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Androscoggin County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Black Island as a island on the Mechanic Falls topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/001), under Feature ID 562442. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Black Island sits at 44.06702° N, 70.47839° W (DMS 44°04′01″ N, 70°28′42″ W).
Other islands in Androscoggin County, Maine
Androscoggin County, ME contains 10 islands catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Black Island itself. The ones closest to Black Island:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Megquier Island | Mechanic Falls | 0.2 mi |
| Fox Island | Lewiston | 13 mi |
| Boxer Island | Lewiston | 13.6 mi |
| Griswold Island | Turner Center | 21 mi |
| Little Ram Island | Turner Center | 22.8 mi |
| Ram Island | Turner Center | 22.9 mi |
| Lovewell Island | Turner Center | 24.3 mi |
| Lothrop Island | Wayne | 25.1 mi |
| Turtle Island | Turner Center | 26.2 mi |
Features on the USGS Mechanic Falls Quadrangle
The Mechanic Falls 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 48 catalogued natural features alongside Black Island. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Megquier Island | Islands | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Thompson Lake | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Lunt Point | Capes | Oxford County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Dean Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Abrams Point | Capes | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Frog Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Potash Cove | Bays | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Birch Island | Islands | Oxford County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Wacipi Island | Islands | Oxford County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Jerry Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.9 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SSE out of Bethel for 28.0 miles (south-southeast) and you reach Black Island; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 48 minutes.
Best time to visit
Late May through early October, when the water is safe for small-boat access. At this latitude (44.067°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 28.0 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Black Island track the nearby Megquier Island (0.2 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Black Island
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Megquier Island | Islands | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Thompson Lake | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Lunt Point | Capes | Oxford County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Dean Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Abrams Point | Capes | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.3 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Black Island located?
Black Island is in Androscoggin County, Maine, approximately 28.0 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Mechanic Falls topographic quadrangle.
How far is Black Island from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 48 minutes, 28.0 miles south-southeast (bearing SSE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Black Island?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Black Island as a island, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 562442 on the Mechanic Falls quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Black Island?
Late May through early October, when the water is safe for small-boat access.
How many other islands are in Androscoggin County, Maine?
GNIS lists 9 other islands in Androscoggin County, Maine.
Wikidata: Q49633371.