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Minnehonk Lake — Lakes 39.9 Miles E of Chapman Inn
Kennebec County, Maine · USGS Readfield Quadrangle · GNIS 571439
Within Kennebec County, Maine, on the USGS Readfield quadrangle, the lake known as Minnehonk Lake sits 39.9 miles east of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Kennebec County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Minnehonk Lake as a lake on the Readfield topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/011), under Feature ID 571439. Last revised by the Board on Geographic Names on 05/13/2018.
Coordinates & physical setting
Minnehonk Lake sits at 44.49524° N, 69.98926° W (DMS 44°29′43″ N, 69°59′21″ W).
Other lakes in Kennebec County, Maine
Kennebec County, ME contains 64 lakes catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Minnehonk Lake itself. The ones closest to Minnehonk Lake:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hopkins Pond | Readfield | 0.6 mi |
| Doloff Pond | Belgrade Lakes | 1.8 mi |
| Moose Pond | Readfield | 1.9 mi |
| Whittier Pond | Farmington Falls | 1.9 mi |
| Parker Pond | Fayette | 2 mi |
| Black Pond | Farmington Falls | 2.3 mi |
| David Pond | Fayette | 3.2 mi |
| Desert Pond | Readfield | 3.2 mi |
| Egypt Pond | Farmington Falls | 3.4 mi |
| Cranberry Pond | Fayette | 3.8 mi |
Features on the USGS Readfield Quadrangle
The Readfield 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 17 catalogued natural features alongside Minnehonk Lake. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hopkins Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Moose Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Bowen Hill | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Hornbeam Mountain | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 2.3 mi |
| Desert Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 3.2 mi |
| Green Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 3.6 mi |
| Intervale Brook | Streams | Kennebec County, ME | 3.7 mi |
| Moose Pond Stream | Streams | Kennebec County, ME | 3.7 mi |
| Inghan Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 4.1 mi |
| Ingham Stream | Streams | Kennebec County, ME | 4.3 mi |
Historical record
The U.S. Board on Geographic Names recorded a Official (Board Decision) on January 1, 1976 for this name.
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing E out of Bethel for 39.9 miles (east) and you reach Minnehonk Lake; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 68 minutes.
Best time to visit
June through September for paddling and swimming; January through March for ice fishing. At this latitude (44.495°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 39.9 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Minnehonk Lake track the nearby Hopkins Pond lake (0.6 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Minnehonk Lake
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hopkins Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Doloff Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Moose Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Whittier Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Flying Pond | Reservoirs | Kennebec County, ME | 1.9 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Minnehonk Lake located?
Minnehonk Lake is in Kennebec County, Maine, approximately 39.9 miles east of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Readfield topographic quadrangle.
How far is Minnehonk Lake from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 68 minutes, 39.9 miles east (bearing E) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Minnehonk Lake?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Minnehonk Lake as a lake, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 571439 on the Readfield quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Minnehonk Lake?
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.