Middle Island — Islands 46.5 Miles S of Chapman Inn
Cumberland County, Maine · USGS Standish Quadrangle · GNIS 1912741
Catalogued on the USGS Standish quadrangle in Cumberland County, Maine, Middle Island — a island — lies 46.5 miles south of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “island in Cumberland County, Maine, United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 1912741, Middle Island is recorded as a island on the USGS Standish quadrangle in Cumberland County, Maine (FIPS 23/005). Catalogued in GNIS since 05/08/2001.
Coordinates & physical setting
Middle Island sits at 43.74313° N, 70.61533° W (DMS 43°44′35″ N, 70°36′55″ W).
Other islands in Cumberland County, Maine
Cumberland County, ME contains 52 islands catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Middle Island itself. The ones closest to Middle Island:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Treasure Island | Standish | 0.1 mi |
| Big Island | Standish | 0.2 mi |
| Blueberry Island | Standish | 0.2 mi |
| Indian Island | Sebago Lake | 6.1 mi |
| Goulds Island | Steep Falls | 6.3 mi |
| Frye Island | Sebago Lake | 8 mi |
| Merrill Isle | North Windham | 8.9 mi |
| Papoose Island | North Windham | 9.5 mi |
| Gillman Island | North Windham | 9.6 mi |
| Lindsay Island | North Windham | 9.9 mi |
Features on the USGS Standish Quadrangle
The Standish 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 8 catalogued natural features alongside Middle Island. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Treasure Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.1 mi |
| Big Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Blueberry Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Watchic Pond | Reservoirs | Cumberland County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Oak Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 2.4 mi |
| Breakheart Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 2.7 mi |
| Josies Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 3 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
A 80-minute drive along back roads separates the front door of Chapman Inn from Middle Island — 46.5 miles south as the crow flies, on compass bearing S.
Best time to visit
Late May through early October, when the water is safe for small-boat access. At this latitude (43.743°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 46.5 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Middle Island track the nearby Treasure Island (essentially adjacent) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Middle Island
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Treasure Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.1 mi |
| Big Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Blueberry Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Watchic Pond | Reservoirs | Cumberland County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Little Watchic Pond | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 2.1 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Middle Island located?
Middle Island is in Cumberland County, Maine, approximately 46.5 miles south of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Standish topographic quadrangle.
How far is Middle Island from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 80 minutes, 46.5 miles south (bearing S) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Middle Island?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Middle Island as a island, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 1912741 on the Standish quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Middle 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: Q49658363.