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Pine Island — Islands 42.4 Miles ESE of Chapman Inn
Kennebec County, Maine · USGS Purgatory Quadrangle · GNIS 573380
Within Kennebec County, Maine, on the USGS Purgatory quadrangle, the island known as Pine Island sits 42.4 miles east-southeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Kennebec County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Pine Island as a island on the Purgatory topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/011), under Feature ID 573380. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Pine Island sits at 44.23535° N, 69.96394° W (DMS 44°14′07″ N, 69°57′50″ W).
Other islands in Kennebec County, Maine
Kennebec County, ME contains 50 islands catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Pine Island itself. The ones closest to Pine Island:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Merrill Island | Purgatory | 0.3 mi |
| Sheep Island | Purgatory | 0.4 mi |
| Green Island | Purgatory | 0.5 mi |
| Scott Island | Purgatory | 0.5 mi |
| Lovers Island | Purgatory | 0.6 mi |
| Blue Bell Island | Purgatory | 0.7 mi |
| Grape Island | Purgatory | 0.9 mi |
| Maple Ridge Island | Purgatory | 1 mi |
| LeClair Island | Purgatory | 1.2 mi |
| Goodwin Island | Purgatory | 1.3 mi |
Features on the USGS Purgatory Quadrangle
The Purgatory 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 45 catalogued natural features alongside Pine Island. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Undine Bay | Bays | Kennebec County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Merrill Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Sheep Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Ballard Bay | Bays | Kennebec County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Green Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Scott Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Jug Stream | Streams | Kennebec County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Lovers Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Norris Point | Capes | Kennebec County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Blue Bell Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 0.7 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing ESE out of Bethel for 42.4 miles (east-southeast) and you reach Pine Island; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 73 minutes.
Best time to visit
Late May through early October, when the water is safe for small-boat access. At this latitude (44.235°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 42.4 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Pine Island track the nearby Undine Bay (0.2 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Pine Island
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Undine Bay | Bays | Kennebec County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Merrill Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Sheep Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Ballard Bay | Bays | Kennebec County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Green Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 0.5 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Pine Island located?
Pine Island is in Kennebec County, Maine, approximately 42.4 miles east-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Purgatory topographic quadrangle.
How far is Pine Island from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 73 minutes, 42.4 miles east-southeast (bearing ESE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Pine Island?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Pine Island as a island, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 573380 on the Purgatory quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Pine 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: Q49669395.