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Pickerel Pond — Lakes 27.2 Miles ESE of Chapman Inn
Androscoggin County, Maine · USGS Buckfield Quadrangle · GNIS 573287
Within Androscoggin County, Maine, on the USGS Buckfield quadrangle, the lake known as Pickerel Pond sits 27.2 miles east-southeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Androscoggin County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Pickerel Pond as a lake on the Buckfield topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/001), under Feature ID 573287. Last revised by the Board on Geographic Names on 05/13/2018.
Coordinates & physical setting
Pickerel Pond sits at 44.27299° N, 70.27115° W (DMS 44°16′23″ N, 70°16′16″ W).
Other lakes in Androscoggin County, Maine
Androscoggin County, ME contains 44 lakes catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Pickerel Pond itself. The ones closest to Pickerel Pond:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Crystal Pond | Buckfield | 0.7 mi |
| Jersey Bog | Buckfield | 1.4 mi |
| Lily Pond | Lake Auburn West | 2.2 mi |
| Frog Pond | Lake Auburn West | 2.9 mi |
| Black Pond | Lake Auburn West | 2.9 mi |
| Mud Pond | Lake Auburn West | 3.3 mi |
| Sandy Bottom Pond | Lake Auburn West | 3.5 mi |
| Mud Pond | Lake Auburn West | 3.9 mi |
| Little Wilson Pond | Lake Auburn West | 4.8 mi |
| Lard Pond | Lake Auburn East | 5.6 mi |
Features on the USGS Buckfield Quadrangle
The Buckfield 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 35 catalogued natural features alongside Pickerel Pond. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crystal Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| General Turner Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Ricker Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Teague Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Nezinscot River Reservoir (historical) | Reservoirs | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Jersey Bog | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Lively Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Martin Stream | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Blanchard Stream | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 2.1 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing ESE out of Bethel for 27.2 miles (east-southeast) and you reach Pickerel Pond; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 47 minutes.
Best time to visit
June through September for paddling and swimming; January through March for ice fishing. At this latitude (44.273°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 27.2 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Pickerel Pond track the nearby Crystal Pond lake (0.7 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Pickerel Pond
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crystal Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| General Turner Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Ricker Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Teague Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Nezinscot River Reservoir (historical) | Reservoirs | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.4 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Pickerel Pond located?
Pickerel Pond is in Androscoggin County, Maine, approximately 27.2 miles east-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Buckfield topographic quadrangle.
How far is Pickerel Pond from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 47 minutes, 27.2 miles east-southeast (bearing ESE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Pickerel Pond?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Pickerel Pond as a lake, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 573287 on the Buckfield quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Pickerel Pond?
June through September for paddling and swimming; January through March for ice fishing.
How many other lakes are in Androscoggin County, Maine?
GNIS lists 43 other lakes in Androscoggin County, Maine.
Wikidata: Q33298839.