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Rack Pond — Lakes 33.0 Miles E of Chapman Inn
Androscoggin County, Maine · USGS Fayette Quadrangle · GNIS 573956
Within Androscoggin County, Maine, on the USGS Fayette quadrangle, the lake known as Rack Pond sits 33.0 miles east of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Androscoggin County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Rack Pond as a lake on the Fayette topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/001), under Feature ID 573956. Last revised by the Board on Geographic Names on 05/12/2018.
Coordinates & physical setting
Rack Pond sits at 44.44251° N, 70.12182° W (DMS 44°26′33″ N, 70°07′19″ W).
Other lakes in Androscoggin County, Maine
Androscoggin County, ME contains 44 lakes catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Rack Pond itself. The ones closest to Rack Pond:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Round Pond | Fayette | 0.3 mi |
| Turner Pond | Fayette | 0.6 mi |
| Schoolhouse Pond | Fayette | 0.8 mi |
| Moose Hill Pond | Livermore Falls | 1.8 mi |
| Long Pond | Livermore Falls | 4.3 mi |
| Round Pond | Livermore Falls | 4.9 mi |
| Bartlett Pond | Livermore Falls | 5 mi |
| Nelson Pond | Canton | 7.2 mi |
| Crystal Pond | Buckfield | 13.2 mi |
| Island Pond | Monmouth | 13.8 mi |
Features on the USGS Fayette Quadrangle
The Fayette 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 29 catalogued natural features alongside Rack Pond. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Round Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Burgess Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Turner Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Schoolhouse Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Fayette Ridge | Ridges | Kennebec County, ME | 1 mi |
| Pine Hill | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Baldwin Hill | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 2.4 mi |
| Mosher Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 2.8 mi |
| Basin Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 3.6 mi |
| Gordon Hill | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 3.8 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing E out of Bethel for 33.0 miles (east) and you reach Rack Pond; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 57 minutes.
Best time to visit
June through September for paddling and swimming; January through March for ice fishing. At this latitude (44.443°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 33.0 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Rack Pond track the nearby Round Pond lake (0.3 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Rack Pond
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Round Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Burgess Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Turner Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Schoolhouse Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Ford Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 1 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Rack Pond located?
Rack Pond is in Androscoggin County, Maine, approximately 33.0 miles east of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Fayette topographic quadrangle.
How far is Rack Pond from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 57 minutes, 33.0 miles east (bearing E) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Rack Pond?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Rack Pond as a lake, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 573956 on the Fayette quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Rack 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.