Bog Pond — Lakes 46.1 Miles E of Chapman Inn
Kennebec County, Maine · USGS Augusta Quadrangle · GNIS 562688
Within Kennebec County, Maine, on the USGS Augusta quadrangle, the lake known as Bog Pond sits 46.1 miles east of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Kennebec County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Bog Pond as a lake on the Augusta topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/011), under Feature ID 562688. Last revised by the Board on Geographic Names on 07/09/2021.
Coordinates & physical setting
Bog Pond sits at 44.30337° N, 69.86582° W (DMS 44°18′12″ N, 69°51′57″ W).
Other lakes in Kennebec County, Maine
Kennebec County, ME contains 64 lakes catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Bog Pond itself. The ones closest to Bog Pond:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Jimmie Pond | Augusta | 1.5 mi |
| Little Cobbosseecontee Lake | Winthrop | 2 mi |
| Little Jimmie Pond | Augusta | 2 mi |
| Kezar Pond | Winthrop | 2.7 mi |
| Hutchinson Pond | Augusta | 2.7 mi |
| Lily Pond | Winthrop | 3.3 mi |
| Cascade Pond | Augusta | 3.7 mi |
| Upper Narrows Pond | Winthrop | 3.8 mi |
| Shed Pond | Winthrop | 4 mi |
| Lower Narrows Pond | Winthrop | 4.3 mi |
Features on the USGS Augusta Quadrangle
The Augusta 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 17 catalogued natural features alongside Bog Pond. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meadow Hill | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 1 mi |
| Jimmie Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Lithgow Hill | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Granite Hill | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Little Jimmie Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 2 mi |
| Hallowell Recreation Pond | Reservoirs | Kennebec County, ME | 2.4 mi |
| Hutchinson Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 2.7 mi |
| Howard Hill | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 3.4 mi |
| Spring Brook | Streams | Kennebec County, ME | 3.4 mi |
| Tanning Brook | Streams | Kennebec County, ME | 3.6 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing E out of Bethel for 46.1 miles (east) and you reach Bog Pond; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 79 minutes.
Best time to visit
June through September for paddling and swimming; January through March for ice fishing. At this latitude (44.303°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 46.1 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Bog Pond track the nearby Meadow Hill summit (1.0 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Bog Pond
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meadow Hill | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 1 mi |
| Packards Ledge | Other Natural Features | Kennebec County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Hersey Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Jimmie Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Cuba Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 1.7 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Bog Pond located?
Bog Pond is in Kennebec County, Maine, approximately 46.1 miles east of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Augusta topographic quadrangle.
How far is Bog Pond from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 79 minutes, 46.1 miles east (bearing E) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Bog Pond?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Bog Pond as a lake, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 562688 on the Augusta quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Bog Pond?
June through September for paddling and swimming; January through March for ice fishing.
How many other lakes are in Kennebec County, Maine?
GNIS lists 63 other lakes in Kennebec County, Maine.
Wikidata: Q33233319.