Gillman Island — Islands 44.2 Miles SSE of Chapman Inn
Cumberland County, Maine · USGS North Windham Quadrangle · GNIS 1912478
Within Cumberland County, Maine, on the USGS North Windham quadrangle, the island known as Gillman Island sits 44.2 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “island in Cumberland County, Maine, United States”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Cumberland County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Gillman Island as a island on the North Windham topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/005), under Feature ID 1912478. Catalogued in GNIS since 05/08/2001.
Coordinates & physical setting
Gillman Island sits at 43.81369° N, 70.44922° W (DMS 43°48′49″ N, 70°26′57″ W).
Other islands in Cumberland County, Maine
Cumberland County, ME contains 52 islands catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Gillman Island itself. The ones closest to Gillman Island:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lindsay Island | North Windham | 1.4 mi |
| Merrill Isle | North Windham | 2.7 mi |
| Papoose Island | North Windham | 3.4 mi |
| Indian Island | Sebago Lake | 3.5 mi |
| Frye Island | Sebago Lake | 4 mi |
| Horse Island | North Windham | 4.5 mi |
| Bass Island | North Windham | 4.5 mi |
| Treasure Island | Raymond | 4.5 mi |
| Crow Island | Raymond | 4.7 mi |
| Martin Island | Raymond | 4.8 mi |
Features on the USGS North Windham Quadrangle
The North Windham 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 58 catalogued natural features alongside Gillman Island. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rollins Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Eel Weir Canal | Reservoirs | Cumberland County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Eel Weir Canal | Other Natural Features | Cumberland County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Otter Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1 mi |
| Lindsay Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Sebago Lake Basin | Reservoirs | Cumberland County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Whites Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Windham Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Collins Pond | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Dundee Pond | Reservoirs | Cumberland County, ME | 1.8 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SSE out of Bethel for 44.2 miles (south-southeast) and you reach Gillman Island; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 76 minutes.
Best time to visit
Late May through early October, when the water is safe for small-boat access. At this latitude (43.814°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 44.2 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Gillman Island track the nearby Rollins Hill summit (0.2 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Gillman Island
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rollins Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Eel Weir Canal | Reservoirs | Cumberland County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Eel Weir Canal | Other Natural Features | Cumberland County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Otter Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1 mi |
| Lindsay Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 1.4 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Gillman Island located?
Gillman Island is in Cumberland County, Maine, approximately 44.2 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS North Windham topographic quadrangle.
How far is Gillman Island from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 76 minutes, 44.2 miles south-southeast (bearing SSE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Gillman Island?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Gillman Island as a island, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 1912478 on the North Windham quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Gillman 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: Q34762145.