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Horse Island — Islands 41.2 Miles SSE of Chapman Inn
Cumberland County, Maine · USGS North Windham Quadrangle · GNIS 568280
Within Cumberland County, Maine, on the USGS North Windham quadrangle, the island known as Horse Island sits 41.2 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “island in Cumberland County, Maine, United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Cumberland County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Horse Island as a island on the North Windham topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/005), under Feature ID 568280. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Horse Island sits at 43.87313° N, 70.41450° W (DMS 43°52′23″ 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 Horse Island itself. The ones closest to Horse Island:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Crow Island | Raymond | 0.2 mi |
| Bass Island | North Windham | 0.2 mi |
| Treasure Island | Raymond | 0.3 mi |
| Martin Island | Raymond | 0.4 mi |
| Bean Island | Raymond | 0.7 mi |
| Spider Island | Raymond | 1.1 mi |
| Grape Island | Raymond | 1.9 mi |
| Lindsay Island | North Windham | 3.6 mi |
| Dollys Island | Raymond | 3.9 mi |
| Papoose Island | North Windham | 4.4 mi |
Features on the USGS North Windham Quadrangle
The North Windham 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 58 catalogued natural features alongside Horse Island. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bass Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Hall Cove | Bays | Cumberland County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Hall Point | Capes | Cumberland County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Boody Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Hall Cove | Bays | Cumberland County, ME | 1 mi |
| Lower Narrows | Other Natural Features | Cumberland County, ME | 1 mi |
| Hunger Bay | Bays | Cumberland County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Clubhouse Cove | Bays | Cumberland County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Shelldrake Point | Capes | Cumberland County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Knight Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.7 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SSE out of Bethel for 41.2 miles (south-southeast) and you reach Horse Island; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 71 minutes.
Best time to visit
Late May through early October, when the water is safe for small-boat access. At this latitude (43.873°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 41.2 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Horse Island track the nearby Crow Island (0.2 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Horse Island
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crow Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Bass Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Treasure Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Martin Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Upper Bay | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 0.4 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Horse Island located?
Horse Island is in Cumberland County, Maine, approximately 41.2 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS North Windham topographic quadrangle.
How far is Horse Island from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 71 minutes, 41.2 miles south-southeast (bearing SSE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Horse Island?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Horse Island as a island, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 568280 on the North Windham quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Horse 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: Q49641466.