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Chandler Mill Pond — Lakes 37.4 Miles SE of Chapman Inn
Cumberland County, Maine · USGS Gray Quadrangle · GNIS 569569
Catalogued on the USGS Gray quadrangle in Cumberland County, Maine, Chandler Mill Pond — a lake — lies 37.4 miles southeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 569569, Chandler Mill Pond is recorded as a lake on the USGS Gray quadrangle in Cumberland County, Maine (FIPS 23/005). Last revised by the Board on Geographic Names on 05/14/2019.
Coordinates & physical setting
Chandler Mill Pond sits at 43.98272° N, 70.31641° W (DMS 43°58′58″ N, 70°18′59″ W).
Other lakes in Cumberland County, Maine
Cumberland County, ME contains 47 lakes catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Chandler Mill Pond itself. The ones closest to Chandler Mill Pond:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sabbathday Pond | Gray | 1.9 mi |
| The Sinkhole | Gray | 2.1 mi |
| Notched Pond | Raymond | 3.7 mi |
| Crystal Lake | Gray | 4.3 mi |
| Raymond Pond | Raymond | 5.6 mi |
| Farwell Bog | Raymond | 6.4 mi |
| Crescent Lake | Raymond | 7.1 mi |
| Hog Meadow Pond | Raymond | 7.6 mi |
| The Heath | Mechanic Falls | 8 mi |
| Nubble Pond | Raymond | 8.2 mi |
Features on the USGS Gray Quadrangle
The Gray 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 25 catalogued natural features alongside Chandler Mill Pond. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lily Pond Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Little Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Royal River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Cumberland County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Snows Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Brandy Bog | Swamps | Cumberland County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Sabbathday Pond | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| The Sinkhole | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Peacock Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Gloucester Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 2.3 mi |
| Westcott Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 2.3 mi |
Historical record
The U.S. Board on Geographic Names recorded a Official (Board Decision) on May 9, 2019 for this name.
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
A 64-minute drive along back roads separates the front door of Chapman Inn from Chandler Mill Pond — 37.4 miles southeast as the crow flies, on compass bearing SE.
Best time to visit
June through September for paddling and swimming; January through March for ice fishing. At this latitude (43.983°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 37.4 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Chandler Mill Pond track the nearby Lily Pond Brook stream (0.5 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Chandler Mill Pond
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lily Pond Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Little Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Royal River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Cumberland County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Snows Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Brandy Bog | Swamps | Cumberland County, ME | 1.8 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Chandler Mill Pond located?
Chandler Mill Pond is in Cumberland County, Maine, approximately 37.4 miles southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Gray topographic quadrangle.
How far is Chandler Mill Pond from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 64 minutes, 37.4 miles southeast (bearing SE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Chandler Mill Pond?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Chandler Mill Pond as a lake, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 569569 on the Gray quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Chandler Mill Pond?
June through September for paddling and swimming; January through March for ice fishing.
How many other lakes are in Cumberland County, Maine?
GNIS lists 46 other lakes in Cumberland County, Maine.