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Scott Island — Islands 42.2 Miles ESE of Chapman Inn
Kennebec County, Maine · USGS Purgatory Quadrangle · GNIS 575051
Within Kennebec County, Maine, on the USGS Purgatory quadrangle, the island known as Scott Island sits 42.2 miles east-southeast of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “island in Kennebec County, Maine, United States”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Kennebec County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Scott Island as a island on the Purgatory topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/011), under Feature ID 575051. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Scott Island sits at 44.23035° N, 69.97116° W (DMS 44°13′49″ N, 69°58′16″ W).
Other islands in Kennebec County, Maine
Kennebec County, ME contains 50 islands catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Scott Island itself. The ones closest to Scott Island:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Merrill Island | Purgatory | 0.2 mi |
| Green Island | Purgatory | 0.2 mi |
| Blue Bell Island | Purgatory | 0.3 mi |
| Pine Island | Purgatory | 0.5 mi |
| Sheep Island | Purgatory | 0.5 mi |
| Maple Ridge Island | Purgatory | 0.6 mi |
| Lovers Island | Purgatory | 1 mi |
| Grape Island | Purgatory | 1.4 mi |
| LeClair Island | Purgatory | 1.7 mi |
| Goodwin Island | Purgatory | 1.8 mi |
Features on the USGS Purgatory Quadrangle
The Purgatory 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 45 catalogued natural features alongside Scott Island. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jug Stream | Streams | Kennebec County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Merrill Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Green Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Blue Bell Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Undine Bay | Bays | Kennebec County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Pine Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Sheep Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Maple Ridge Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Ballard Bay | Bays | Kennebec County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Dismal Swamp | Swamps | Kennebec County, ME | 1 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing ESE out of Bethel for 42.2 miles (east-southeast) and you reach Scott Island; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 72 minutes.
Best time to visit
Late May through early October, when the water is safe for small-boat access. At this latitude (44.230°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 42.2 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Scott Island track the nearby Jug Stream (0.2 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Scott Island
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jug Stream | Streams | Kennebec County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Merrill Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Green Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Blue Bell Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Undine Bay | Bays | Kennebec County, ME | 0.5 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Scott Island located?
Scott Island is in Kennebec County, Maine, approximately 42.2 miles east-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Purgatory topographic quadrangle.
How far is Scott Island from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 72 minutes, 42.2 miles east-southeast (bearing ESE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Scott Island?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Scott Island as a island, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 575051 on the Purgatory quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Scott 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: Q130310511.