Chute Island — Islands 47.8 Miles ENE of Chapman Inn
Kennebec County, Maine · USGS Rome Quadrangle · GNIS 563998
Catalogued on the USGS Rome quadrangle in Kennebec County, Maine, Chute Island — a island — lies 47.8 miles east-northeast of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “island in Kennebec County, Maine, United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 563998, Chute Island is recorded as a island on the USGS Rome quadrangle in Kennebec County, Maine (FIPS 23/011). Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Chute Island sits at 44.55534° N, 69.84283° W (DMS 44°33′19″ N, 69°50′34″ W).
Other islands in Kennebec County, Maine
Kennebec County, ME contains 50 islands catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Chute Island itself. The ones closest to Chute Island:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Otter Island | Rome | 0.6 mi |
| Indian Island | Rome | 1 mi |
| Crooked Island | Rome | 1 mi |
| Hoyt Island | Rome | 1.2 mi |
| Ram Island | Belgrade Lakes | 1.9 mi |
| Oak Island | Rome | 2.2 mi |
| Pine Island | Rome | 3.2 mi |
| Frink Island | Belgrade Lakes | 3.4 mi |
| Loon Island | Belgrade Lakes | 3.5 mi |
| Castle Island | Belgrade Lakes | 4.4 mi |
Features on the USGS Rome Quadrangle
The Rome 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 26 catalogued natural features alongside Chute Island. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jamaica Point | Capes | Kennebec County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Stony Point | Capes | Kennebec County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Otter Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Indian Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 1 mi |
| Crooked Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 1 mi |
| Horse Point | Capes | Kennebec County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Hoyt Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| North Bay | Bays | Kennebec County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Great Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Snake Point | Capes | Kennebec County, ME | 1.3 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
A 82-minute drive along back roads separates the front door of Chapman Inn from Chute Island — 47.8 miles east-northeast as the crow flies, on compass bearing ENE.
Best time to visit
Late May through early October, when the water is safe for small-boat access. At this latitude (44.555°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 47.8 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Chute Island track the nearby Jamaica Point cape (0.4 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Chute Island
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jamaica Point | Capes | Kennebec County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Stony Point | Capes | Kennebec County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Otter Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Indian Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 1 mi |
| Crooked Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 1 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Chute Island located?
Chute Island is in Kennebec County, Maine, approximately 47.8 miles east-northeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Rome topographic quadrangle.
How far is Chute Island from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 82 minutes, 47.8 miles east-northeast (bearing ENE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Chute Island?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Chute Island as a island, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 563998 on the Rome quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Chute 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: Q49635200.