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Blodgett Island — Islands 35.8 Miles E of Chapman Inn
Kennebec County, Maine · USGS Wayne Quadrangle · GNIS 562580
Within Kennebec County, Maine, on the USGS Wayne quadrangle, the island known as Blodgett Island sits 35.8 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 Blodgett Island as a island on the Wayne topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/011), under Feature ID 562580. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Blodgett Island sits at 44.30285° N, 70.07811° W (DMS 44°18′10″ N, 70°04′41″ W).
Other islands in Kennebec County, Maine
Kennebec County, ME contains 50 islands catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Blodgett Island itself. The ones closest to Blodgett Island:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Norris Island | Wayne | 0.9 mi |
| Joes Island | Wayne | 1.5 mi |
| Androscoggin Island | Wayne | 2.3 mi |
| Big Island | Winthrop | 5.5 mi |
| Lovers Island | Purgatory | 7.2 mi |
| Scott Island | Purgatory | 7.3 mi |
| Pine Island | Purgatory | 7.3 mi |
| Merrill Island | Purgatory | 7.3 mi |
| Green Island | Purgatory | 7.5 mi |
| Blue Bell Island | Purgatory | 7.5 mi |
Features on the USGS Wayne Quadrangle
The Wayne 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 23 catalogued natural features alongside Blodgett Island. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bishop Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Bog Brook | Streams | Kennebec County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Norris Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Lothrop Island | Islands | Androscoggin County, ME | 1 mi |
| Androscoggin Lake | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Joes Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Morrison Heights | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Ward Hill | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Androscoggin Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 2.3 mi |
| Wilson Pond | Reservoirs | Kennebec County, ME | 2.6 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing E out of Bethel for 35.8 miles (east) and you reach Blodgett Island; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 61 minutes.
Best time to visit
Late May through early October, when the water is safe for small-boat access. At this latitude (44.303°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 35.8 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Blodgett Island track the nearby Bishop Hill summit (0.6 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Blodgett Island
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bishop Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Bog Brook | Streams | Kennebec County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Norris Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Lothrop Island | Islands | Androscoggin County, ME | 1 mi |
| Androscoggin Lake | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 1.4 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Blodgett Island located?
Blodgett Island is in Kennebec County, Maine, approximately 35.8 miles east of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Wayne topographic quadrangle.
How far is Blodgett Island from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 61 minutes, 35.8 miles east (bearing E) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Blodgett Island?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Blodgett Island as a island, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 562580 on the Wayne quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Blodgett 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: Q34676970.