Crow Island — Islands 41.0 Miles SSE of Chapman Inn
Cumberland County, Maine · USGS Raymond Quadrangle · GNIS 564599
Within Cumberland County, Maine, on the USGS Raymond quadrangle, the island known as Crow Island sits 41.0 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “island in Cumberland County, Maine, United States of America, 43°52'34"N, 70°24'52"W”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Cumberland County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Crow Island as a island on the Raymond topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/005), under Feature ID 564599. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Crow Island sits at 43.87619° N, 70.41450° W (DMS 43°52′34″ N, 70°24′52″ W).
Other islands in Cumberland County, Maine
Cumberland County, ME contains 52 islands catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Crow Island itself. The ones closest to Crow Island:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bass Island | North Windham | 0.2 mi |
| Horse Island | North Windham | 0.2 mi |
| Martin Island | Raymond | 0.2 mi |
| Treasure Island | Raymond | 0.2 mi |
| Bean Island | Raymond | 0.5 mi |
| Spider Island | Raymond | 0.9 mi |
| Grape Island | Raymond | 1.7 mi |
| Dollys Island | Raymond | 3.7 mi |
| Lindsay Island | North Windham | 3.8 mi |
| Papoose Island | North Windham | 4.5 mi |
Features on the USGS Raymond Quadrangle
The Raymond 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 55 catalogued natural features alongside Crow Island. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upper Bay | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Little Sebago Lake | Reservoirs | Cumberland County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Martin Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Treasure Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Bean Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Lyon Point | Capes | Cumberland County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Spider Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Mount Hunger | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Adams Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Krams Point | Capes | Cumberland County, ME | 1.4 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SSE out of Bethel for 41.0 miles (south-southeast) and you reach Crow Island; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 70 minutes.
Best time to visit
Late May through early October, when the water is safe for small-boat access. At this latitude (43.876°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 41.0 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Crow Island track the nearby Bass Island (0.2 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Crow Island
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bass Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Horse Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Upper Bay | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Little Sebago Lake | Reservoirs | Cumberland County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Martin Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.2 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Crow Island located?
Crow Island is in Cumberland County, Maine, approximately 41.0 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Raymond topographic quadrangle.
How far is Crow Island from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 70 minutes, 41.0 miles south-southeast (bearing SSE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Crow Island?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Crow Island as a island, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 564599 on the Raymond quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Crow 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: Q49635995.