Blueberry Island — Islands 46.3 Miles S of Chapman Inn
Cumberland County, Maine · USGS Standish Quadrangle · GNIS 1912185
46.3 miles south of Chapman Inn, on the USGS Standish topographic quadrangle, Blueberry Island is a island recorded in Cumberland County, Maine by the federal Geographic Names Information System.
Wikidata short description: “island in Maine, USA”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
The USGS Standish 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle places Blueberry Island in Cumberland County, Maine (FIPS 23/005), classified as a island in the federal GNIS (Feature ID 1912185). Catalogued in GNIS since 05/08/2001.
Coordinates & physical setting
Blueberry Island sits at 43.74619° N, 70.61589° W (DMS 43°44′46″ N, 70°36′57″ W).
Other islands in Cumberland County, Maine
Cumberland County, ME contains 52 islands catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Blueberry Island itself. The ones closest to Blueberry Island:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Treasure Island | Standish | 0.1 mi |
| Middle Island | Standish | 0.2 mi |
| Big Island | Standish | 0.3 mi |
| Indian Island | Sebago Lake | 6 mi |
| Goulds Island | Steep Falls | 6.2 mi |
| Frye Island | Sebago Lake | 7.9 mi |
| Merrill Isle | North Windham | 8.8 mi |
| Papoose Island | North Windham | 9.3 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 Blueberry Island. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Treasure Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.1 mi |
| Middle Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Big Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Watchic Pond | Reservoirs | Cumberland County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Oak Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 2.5 mi |
| Breakheart Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 2.8 mi |
| Josies Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 3.2 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Chapman Inn sits 46.3 miles south (bearing S) of Blueberry Island. At moderate back-road speeds the drive runs about 79 minutes — comfortably inside a half-day outing window after breakfast.
Best time to visit
Late May through early October, when the water is safe for small-boat access. At this latitude (43.746°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 46.3 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Blueberry Island track the nearby Treasure Island (essentially adjacent) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Blueberry Island
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Treasure Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.1 mi |
| Middle Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Big Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Watchic Pond | Reservoirs | Cumberland County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Little Watchic Pond | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 1.9 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Blueberry Island located?
Blueberry Island is in Cumberland County, Maine, approximately 46.3 miles south of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Standish topographic quadrangle.
How far is Blueberry Island from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 79 minutes, 46.3 miles south (bearing S) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Blueberry Island?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Blueberry Island as a island, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 1912185 on the Standish quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Blueberry 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: Q49633596.