Indian Island — Islands 47.0 Miles ENE of Chapman Inn
Kennebec County, Maine · USGS Rome Quadrangle · GNIS 568579
Catalogued on the USGS Rome quadrangle in Kennebec County, Maine, Indian Island — a island — lies 47.0 miles east-northeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 568579, Indian Island is recorded as a island on the USGS Rome quadrangle in Kennebec County, Maine (FIPS 23/011). Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Indian Island sits at 44.56118° N, 69.86172° W (DMS 44°33′40″ N, 69°51′42″ W).
Other islands in Kennebec County, Maine
Kennebec County, ME contains 50 islands catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Indian Island itself. The ones closest to Indian Island:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Crooked Island | Rome | 0.2 mi |
| Hoyt Island | Rome | 0.6 mi |
| Ram Island | Belgrade Lakes | 0.9 mi |
| Chute Island | Rome | 1 mi |
| Otter Island | Rome | 1.6 mi |
| Oak Island | Rome | 2.9 mi |
| Frink Island | Belgrade Lakes | 2.9 mi |
| Loon Island | Belgrade Lakes | 3 mi |
| Pine Island | Rome | 3.9 mi |
| Castle Island | Belgrade Lakes | 4.1 mi |
Features on the USGS Rome Quadrangle
The Rome 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 26 catalogued natural features alongside Indian Island. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crooked Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Hoyt Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Jamaica Point | Capes | Kennebec County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Coe Point | Capes | Kennebec County, ME | 1 mi |
| Chute Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 1 mi |
| Mosher Hill | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Robbins Mill Stream | Streams | Kennebec County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Otter Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Stony Point | Capes | Kennebec County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| North Bay | Bays | Kennebec County, ME | 1.8 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
A 81-minute drive along back roads separates the front door of Chapman Inn from Indian Island — 47.0 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 (44.561°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 47.0 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Indian Island track the nearby Crooked Island (0.2 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Indian Island
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crooked Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Hoyt Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Jamaica Point | Capes | Kennebec County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Ram Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Coe Point | Capes | Kennebec County, ME | 1 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Indian Island located?
Indian Island is in Kennebec County, Maine, approximately 47.0 miles east-northeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Rome topographic quadrangle.
How far is Indian Island from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 81 minutes, 47.0 miles east-northeast (bearing ENE) 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 568579 on the Rome quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Indian 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: Q49642334.