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Indian Island — Islands 44.8 Miles SSE of Chapman Inn
Cumberland County, Maine · USGS Sebago Lake Quadrangle · GNIS 568574
Within Cumberland County, Maine, on the USGS Sebago Lake quadrangle, the island known as Indian Island sits 44.8 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “island in Sebago Lake, in Cumberland County, Maine, United States”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Cumberland County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Indian Island as a island on the Sebago Lake topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/005), under Feature ID 568574. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Indian Island sits at 43.78841° N, 70.51089° W (DMS 43°47′18″ N, 70°30′39″ W).
Hydrology of Indian Island
Indian Island sits on Sebago Lake, part of the regional waterscape of Cumberland County, Maine.
Other islands in Cumberland County, Maine
Cumberland County, ME contains 52 islands catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Indian Island itself. The ones closest to Indian Island:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Merrill Isle | North Windham | 3.5 mi |
| Frye Island | Sebago Lake | 3.5 mi |
| Gillman Island | North Windham | 3.5 mi |
| Lindsay Island | North Windham | 3.9 mi |
| Papoose Island | North Windham | 4.3 mi |
| Treasure Island | Standish | 6 mi |
| Big Island | Standish | 6 mi |
| Blueberry Island | Standish | 6 mi |
| Middle Island | Standish | 6.1 mi |
| Blueberry Island | Naples | 6.4 mi |
Features on the USGS Sebago Lake Quadrangle
The Sebago Lake 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 15 catalogued natural features alongside Indian Island. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Bay | Bays | Cumberland County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Otter Ponds | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Half Moon Pond | Reservoirs | Cumberland County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Sticky River | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Rich Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 2.9 mi |
| Rich Millpond | Reservoirs | Cumberland County, ME | 3.1 mi |
| Frye Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 3.5 mi |
| Oak Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 4 mi |
| Duck Pond | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 4 mi |
| The Notch | Other Natural Features | Cumberland County, ME | 4 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SSE out of Bethel for 44.8 miles (south-southeast) and you reach Indian Island; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 77 minutes.
Best time to visit
Late May through early October, when the water is safe for small-boat access. At this latitude (43.788°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 44.8 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Indian Island track the nearby Lower Bay (0.9 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Indian Island
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Bay | Bays | Cumberland County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Woodbury Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Otter Ponds | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Half Moon Pond | Reservoirs | Cumberland County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Sticky River | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 2.1 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Indian Island located?
Indian Island is in Cumberland County, Maine, approximately 44.8 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Sebago Lake topographic quadrangle.
How far is Indian Island from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 77 minutes, 44.8 miles south-southeast (bearing SSE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Indian Island?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Indian Island as a island, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 568574 on the Sebago Lake quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Indian Island?
Late May through early October, when the water is safe for small-boat access.
What body of water is Indian Island on?
Indian Island is on Sebago Lake, according to Wikidata’s hydrological records.
How many other islands are in Cumberland County, Maine?
GNIS lists 51 other islands in Cumberland County, Maine.
Wikidata: Q49642328.