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Norris Island — Islands 35.2 Miles E of Chapman Inn
Kennebec County, Maine · USGS Wayne Quadrangle · GNIS 572235
35.2 miles east of Chapman Inn, on the USGS Wayne topographic quadrangle, Norris Island is a island recorded in Kennebec County, Maine by the federal Geographic Names Information System.
Wikidata short description: “island in Kennebec County, Maine, United States”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
The USGS Wayne 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle places Norris Island in Kennebec County, Maine (FIPS 23/011), classified as a island in the federal GNIS (Feature ID 572235). Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Norris Island sits at 44.31340° N, 70.08839° W (DMS 44°18′48″ N, 70°05′18″ W).
Other islands in Kennebec County, Maine
Kennebec County, ME contains 50 islands catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Norris Island itself. The ones closest to Norris Island:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Blodgett Island | Wayne | 0.9 mi |
| Androscoggin Island | Wayne | 1.6 mi |
| Joes Island | Wayne | 2.3 mi |
| Big Island | Winthrop | 6.3 mi |
| Lovers Island | Purgatory | 8 mi |
| Scott Island | Purgatory | 8.2 mi |
| Pine Island | Purgatory | 8.2 mi |
| Merrill Island | Purgatory | 8.2 mi |
| Green Island | Purgatory | 8.4 mi |
| Blue Bell Island | Purgatory | 8.4 mi |
Features on the USGS Wayne Quadrangle
The Wayne 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 23 catalogued natural features alongside Norris Island. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Androscoggin Lake | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Lothrop Island | Islands | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Blodgett Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Bishop Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Androscoggin Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Bog Brook | Streams | Kennebec County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Morrison Heights | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Hedgehog Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Joes Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 2.3 mi |
| Dexter Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 2.9 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Chapman Inn sits 35.2 miles east (bearing E) of Norris Island. At moderate back-road speeds the drive runs about 60 minutes — comfortably inside a half-day outing window after breakfast.
Best time to visit
Late May through early October, when the water is safe for small-boat access. At this latitude (44.313°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 35.2 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Norris Island track the nearby Androscoggin Lake (0.6 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Norris Island
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Androscoggin Lake | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Lothrop Island | Islands | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Blodgett Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Bishop Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Androscoggin Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 1.6 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Norris Island located?
Norris Island is in Kennebec County, Maine, approximately 35.2 miles east of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Wayne topographic quadrangle.
How far is Norris Island from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 60 minutes, 35.2 miles east (bearing E) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Norris Island?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Norris Island as a island, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 572235 on the Wayne quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Norris 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: Q49663869.