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Lothrop Island — Islands 34.8 Miles E of Chapman Inn
Androscoggin County, Maine · USGS Wayne Quadrangle · GNIS 570425
Within Androscoggin County, Maine, on the USGS Wayne quadrangle, the island known as Lothrop Island sits 34.8 miles east of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “island in Androscoggin County, Maine, United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Androscoggin County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Lothrop Island as a island on the Wayne topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/001), under Feature ID 570425. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Lothrop Island sits at 44.30646° N, 70.09866° W (DMS 44°18′23″ N, 70°05′55″ W).
Other islands in Androscoggin County, Maine
Androscoggin County, ME contains 10 islands catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Lothrop Island itself. The ones closest to Lothrop Island:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Griswold Island | Turner Center | 4.2 mi |
| Little Ram Island | Turner Center | 4.3 mi |
| Ram Island | Turner Center | 4.4 mi |
| Turtle Island | Turner Center | 5 mi |
| Lovewell Island | Turner Center | 5.4 mi |
| Boxer Island | Lewiston | 14.3 mi |
| Fox Island | Lewiston | 15.5 mi |
| Black Island | Mechanic Falls | 25.1 mi |
| Megquier Island | Mechanic Falls | 25.3 mi |
Features on the USGS Wayne Quadrangle
The Wayne 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 23 catalogued natural features alongside Lothrop Island. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Norris Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Blodgett Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 1 mi |
| Bishop Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Androscoggin Lake | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Bog Brook | Streams | Kennebec County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Androscoggin Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Hedgehog Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Morrison Heights | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 2.4 mi |
| Joes Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 2.6 mi |
| Ward Hill | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 3 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing E out of Bethel for 34.8 miles (east) and you reach Lothrop Island; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 60 minutes.
Best time to visit
Late May through early October, when the water is safe for small-boat access. At this latitude (44.306°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 34.8 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Lothrop Island track the nearby Norris Island (0.7 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Lothrop Island
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Norris Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Blodgett Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 1 mi |
| Bishop Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Androscoggin Lake | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Bog Brook | Streams | Kennebec County, ME | 1.7 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Lothrop Island located?
Lothrop Island is in Androscoggin County, Maine, approximately 34.8 miles east of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Wayne topographic quadrangle.
How far is Lothrop Island from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 60 minutes, 34.8 miles east (bearing E) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Lothrop Island?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Lothrop Island as a island, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 570425 on the Wayne quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Lothrop Island?
Late May through early October, when the water is safe for small-boat access.
How many other islands are in Androscoggin County, Maine?
GNIS lists 9 other islands in Androscoggin County, Maine.
Wikidata: Q49654819.