Farrand Island — Islands 47.1 Miles ENE of Chapman Inn
Somerset County, Maine · USGS Mercer Quadrangle · GNIS 566065
Catalogued on the USGS Mercer quadrangle in Somerset County, Maine, Farrand Island — a island — lies 47.1 miles east-northeast of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “island in Somerset County, Maine, United States”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 566065, Farrand Island is recorded as a island on the USGS Mercer quadrangle in Somerset County, Maine (FIPS 23/025). Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Farrand Island sits at 44.70451° N, 69.92867° W (DMS 44°42′16″ N, 69°55′43″ W).
Features on the USGS Mercer Quadrangle
The Mercer 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 14 catalogued natural features alongside Farrand Island. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bog Stream | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Bowden Island | Islands | Somerset County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Lemon Stream | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Indian Stream | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Yeaton Island | Islands | Somerset County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Josiah Brook | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Little Beech Hill | Summits | Somerset County, ME | 2.3 mi |
| Sandy River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Somerset County, ME | 2.4 mi |
| Witham Brook | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 2.5 mi |
| Mercer Bog | Reservoirs | Somerset County, ME | 3.1 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
A 81-minute drive along back roads separates the front door of Chapman Inn from Farrand Island — 47.1 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 (44.705°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 47.1 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Farrand Island track the nearby Bog Stream (0.2 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Farrand Island
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bog Stream | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Bowden Island | Islands | Somerset County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Lemon Stream | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Indian Stream | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Yeaton Island | Islands | Somerset County, ME | 1.5 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Farrand Island located?
Farrand Island is in Somerset County, Maine, approximately 47.1 miles east-northeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Mercer topographic quadrangle.
How far is Farrand Island from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 81 minutes, 47.1 miles east-northeast (bearing ENE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Farrand Island?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Farrand Island as a island, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 566065 on the Mercer quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Farrand Island?
Late May through early October, when the water is safe for small-boat access.
Wikidata: Q49637867.