Yeaton Island — Islands 48.7 Miles ENE of Chapman Inn
Somerset County, Maine · USGS Mercer Quadrangle · GNIS 1908740
Within Somerset County, Maine, on the USGS Mercer quadrangle, the island known as Yeaton Island sits 48.7 miles east-northeast of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “island in Somerset County, Maine, United States”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Somerset County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Yeaton Island as a island on the Mercer topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/025), under Feature ID 1908740. Last revised by the Board on Geographic Names on 05/07/2008.
Coordinates & physical setting
Yeaton Island sits at 44.71173° N, 69.89950° W (DMS 44°42′42″ N, 69°53′58″ W).
Features on the USGS Mercer Quadrangle
The Mercer 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 14 catalogued natural features alongside Yeaton Island. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indian Stream | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Bowden Island | Islands | Somerset County, ME | 1 mi |
| Lemon Stream | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 1 mi |
| Bog Stream | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Sandy River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Somerset County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Witham Brook | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Farrand Island | Islands | Somerset County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Little Beech Hill | Summits | Somerset County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Josiah Brook | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 3.1 mi |
| Mercer Bog | Reservoirs | Somerset County, ME | 3.9 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing ENE out of Bethel for 48.7 miles (east-northeast) and you reach Yeaton Island; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 83 minutes.
Best time to visit
Late May through early October, when the water is safe for small-boat access. At this latitude (44.712°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 48.7 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Yeaton Island track the nearby Indian Stream (0.3 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Yeaton Island
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indian Stream | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Bowden Island | Islands | Somerset County, ME | 1 mi |
| Lemon Stream | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 1 mi |
| Bog Stream | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Sandy River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Somerset County, ME | 1.3 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Yeaton Island located?
Yeaton Island is in Somerset County, Maine, approximately 48.7 miles east-northeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Mercer topographic quadrangle.
How far is Yeaton Island from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 83 minutes, 48.7 miles east-northeast (bearing ENE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Yeaton Island?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Yeaton Island as a island, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 1908740 on the Mercer quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Yeaton Island?
Late May through early October, when the water is safe for small-boat access.
Wikidata: Q34784545.