Hutchinson Pond — Lakes 46.3 Miles ESE of Chapman Inn
Kennebec County, Maine · USGS Augusta Quadrangle · GNIS 568538
Within Kennebec County, Maine, on the USGS Augusta quadrangle, the lake known as Hutchinson Pond sits 46.3 miles east-southeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Kennebec County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Hutchinson Pond as a lake on the Augusta topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/011), under Feature ID 568538. Last revised by the Board on Geographic Names on 05/12/2018.
Coordinates & physical setting
Hutchinson Pond sits at 44.26422° N, 69.87248° W (DMS 44°15′51″ N, 69°52′21″ W).
Other lakes in Kennebec County, Maine
Kennebec County, ME contains 64 lakes catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Hutchinson Pond itself. The ones closest to Hutchinson Pond:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Little Jimmie Pond | Augusta | 0.7 mi |
| Jimmie Pond | Augusta | 1.4 mi |
| Lily Pond | Winthrop | 1.8 mi |
| Bog Pond | Augusta | 2.7 mi |
| Cascade Pond | Augusta | 3.6 mi |
| Kezar Pond | Winthrop | 4.2 mi |
| Lower Narrows Pond | Winthrop | 4.3 mi |
| Horseshoe Pond | Purgatory | 4.3 mi |
| Little Cobbosseecontee Lake | Winthrop | 4.5 mi |
| Upper Narrows Pond | Winthrop | 4.6 mi |
Features on the USGS Augusta Quadrangle
The Augusta 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 17 catalogued natural features alongside Hutchinson Pond. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Jimmie Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Jimmie Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Meadow Hill | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Bog Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 2.7 mi |
| Hallowell Recreation Pond | Reservoirs | Kennebec County, ME | 3.5 mi |
| Cascade Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 3.6 mi |
| Vaughn Pond | Reservoirs | Kennebec County, ME | 3.6 mi |
| Granite Hill | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 3.6 mi |
| Lithgow Hill | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 4 mi |
| Howard Hill | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 4.5 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing ESE out of Bethel for 46.3 miles (east-southeast) and you reach Hutchinson 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 (44.264°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 46.3 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Hutchinson Pond track the nearby Little Jimmie Pond lake (0.7 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Hutchinson Pond
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Jimmie Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Bog Brook | Streams | Kennebec County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Jimmie Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Cobbosseecontee Stream Reservoir | Reservoirs | Kennebec County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Meadow Hill | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 1.7 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Hutchinson Pond located?
Hutchinson Pond is in Kennebec County, Maine, approximately 46.3 miles east-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Augusta topographic quadrangle.
How far is Hutchinson Pond from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 79 minutes, 46.3 miles east-southeast (bearing ESE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Hutchinson Pond?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Hutchinson Pond as a lake, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 568538 on the Augusta quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Hutchinson 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: Q33263150.