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Martin Island — Islands 40.7 Miles SSE of Chapman Inn
Cumberland County, Maine · USGS Raymond Quadrangle · GNIS 570848
Within Cumberland County, Maine, on the USGS Raymond quadrangle, the island known as Martin Island sits 40.7 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 Martin Island as a island on the Raymond topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/005), under Feature ID 570848. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Martin Island sits at 43.87896° N, 70.41755° W (DMS 43°52′44″ N, 70°25′03″ W).
Other islands in Cumberland County, Maine
Cumberland County, ME contains 52 islands catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Martin Island itself. The ones closest to Martin Island:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Treasure Island | Raymond | 0.2 mi |
| Crow Island | Raymond | 0.2 mi |
| Bass Island | North Windham | 0.3 mi |
| Bean Island | Raymond | 0.3 mi |
| Horse Island | North Windham | 0.4 mi |
| Spider Island | Raymond | 0.9 mi |
| Grape Island | Raymond | 1.6 mi |
| Dollys Island | Raymond | 3.5 mi |
| Lindsay Island | North Windham | 3.9 mi |
| Papoose Island | North Windham | 4.4 mi |
Features on the USGS Raymond Quadrangle
The Raymond 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 55 catalogued natural features alongside Martin Island. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Treasure Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Upper Bay | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Little Sebago Lake | Reservoirs | Cumberland County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Crow Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Bean Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Lyon Point | Capes | Cumberland County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Spider Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Mount Hunger | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1 mi |
| Krams Point | Capes | Cumberland County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Adams Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.4 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SSE out of Bethel for 40.7 miles (south-southeast) and you reach Martin Island; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 70 minutes.
Best time to visit
Late May through early October, when the water is safe for small-boat access. At this latitude (43.879°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 40.7 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Martin Island track the nearby Treasure Island (0.2 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Martin Island
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Treasure Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Upper Bay | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Little Sebago Lake | Reservoirs | Cumberland County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Crow Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Bass Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.3 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Martin Island located?
Martin Island is in Cumberland County, Maine, approximately 40.7 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Raymond topographic quadrangle.
How far is Martin Island from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 70 minutes, 40.7 miles south-southeast (bearing SSE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Martin Island?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Martin Island as a island, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 570848 on the Raymond quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Martin 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: Q49657173.