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Mile Island — Islands 23.3 Miles S of Chapman Inn
Cumberland County, Maine · USGS Bridgton Quadrangle · GNIS 1912742
Within Cumberland County, Maine, on the USGS Bridgton quadrangle, the island known as Mile Island sits 23.3 miles south 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 Mile Island as a island on the Bridgton topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/005), under Feature ID 1912742. Catalogued in GNIS since 05/08/2001.
Coordinates & physical setting
Mile Island sits at 44.07035° N, 70.73006° W (DMS 44°04′13″ N, 70°43′48″ W).
Other islands in Cumberland County, Maine
Cumberland County, ME contains 52 islands catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Mile Island itself. The ones closest to Mile Island:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shorey Island | Bridgton | 0.2 mi |
| Fowler Island | Bridgton | 0.9 mi |
| Penny Island | Bridgton | 1 mi |
| Oak Knoll Island | Bridgton | 1.1 mi |
| Loon Island | Bridgton | 2.9 mi |
| Zakelo Island | Bridgton | 3.3 mi |
| Mosquito Island | Bridgton | 3.7 mi |
| Pine Island | North Sebago | 7 mi |
| Inner Island | Naples | 12.5 mi |
| Outer Island | Naples | 12.9 mi |
Features on the USGS Bridgton Quadrangle
The Bridgton 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 49 catalogued natural features alongside Mile Island. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shorey Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Sunset Rock | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Lower Ridge | Ridges | Cumberland County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Fowler Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Highland Lake | Reservoirs | Cumberland County, ME | 1 mi |
| Penny Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 1 mi |
| Oak Knoll Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Knolls Point | Capes | Cumberland County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Willett Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Stevens Pond | Reservoirs | Cumberland County, ME | 2.1 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing S out of Bethel for 23.3 miles (south) and you reach Mile Island; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 40 minutes.
Best time to visit
Late May through early October, when the water is safe for small-boat access. At this latitude (44.070°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 23.3 miles from the Inn, plan on a comfortable day trip with time for lunch on the road. Conditions at Mile Island track the nearby Shorey Island (0.2 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Mile Island
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shorey Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Sunset Rock | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Lower Ridge | Ridges | Cumberland County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Fowler Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Highland Lake | Reservoirs | Cumberland County, ME | 1 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Mile Island located?
Mile Island is in Cumberland County, Maine, approximately 23.3 miles south of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Bridgton topographic quadrangle.
How far is Mile Island from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 40 minutes, 23.3 miles south (bearing S) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Mile Island?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Mile Island as a island, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 1912742 on the Bridgton quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Mile 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: Q49658530.