Greeley Island — Islands 49.0 Miles E of Chapman Inn
Kennebec County, Maine · USGS Belgrade Quadrangle · GNIS 567194
Within Kennebec County, Maine, on the USGS Belgrade quadrangle, the island known as Greeley Island sits 49.0 miles east of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “island in Kennebec County, Maine, United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Kennebec County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Greeley Island as a island on the Belgrade topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/011), under Feature ID 567194. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Greeley Island sits at 44.47284° N, 69.80060° W (DMS 44°28′22″ N, 69°48′02″ W).
Other islands in Kennebec County, Maine
Kennebec County, ME contains 50 islands catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Greeley Island itself. The ones closest to Greeley Island:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Birch Island | Belgrade | 2.9 mi |
| Pine Island | Rome | 2.9 mi |
| Oak Island | Rome | 3.9 mi |
| Otter Island | Rome | 5.5 mi |
| Castle Island | Belgrade Lakes | 6 mi |
| Green Island | Readfield | 6 mi |
| Chute Island | Rome | 6.1 mi |
| Loon Island | Belgrade Lakes | 6.4 mi |
| Hoyt Island | Rome | 6.4 mi |
| Frink Island | Belgrade Lakes | 6.6 mi |
Features on the USGS Belgrade Quadrangle
The Belgrade 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 20 catalogued natural features alongside Greeley Island. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Messalonskee Lake | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Belgrade Stream | Streams | Kennebec County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Hamilton Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Stuart Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 2 mi |
| Austin Bog | Swamps | Kennebec County, ME | 2.3 mi |
| Bog Brook | Streams | Kennebec County, ME | 2.4 mi |
| Birch Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 2.9 mi |
| Lord Hill | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 3.4 mi |
| Ward Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 4 mi |
| Joe Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 4.7 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing E out of Bethel for 49.0 miles (east) and you reach Greeley Island; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 84 minutes.
Best time to visit
Late May through early October, when the water is safe for small-boat access. At this latitude (44.473°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 49.0 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Greeley Island track the nearby Messalonskee Lake (0.6 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Greeley Island
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Messalonskee Lake | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Belgrade Stream | Streams | Kennebec County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Hamilton Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Stuart Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 2 mi |
| Austin Bog | Swamps | Kennebec County, ME | 2.3 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Greeley Island located?
Greeley Island is in Kennebec County, Maine, approximately 49.0 miles east of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Belgrade topographic quadrangle.
How far is Greeley Island from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 84 minutes, 49.0 miles east (bearing E) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Greeley Island?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Greeley Island as a island, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 567194 on the Belgrade quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Greeley 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: Q49639653.