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Raymond Pond — Lakes 34.9 Miles SSE of Chapman Inn
Cumberland County, Maine · USGS Raymond Quadrangle · GNIS 569998
Catalogued on the USGS Raymond quadrangle in Cumberland County, Maine, Raymond Pond — a lake — lies 34.9 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 569998, Raymond Pond is recorded as a lake on the USGS Raymond quadrangle in Cumberland County, Maine (FIPS 23/005). Last revised by the Board on Geographic Names on 05/15/2018.
Coordinates & physical setting
Raymond Pond sits at 43.97058° N, 70.42842° W (DMS 43°58′14″ N, 70°25′42″ W).
Other lakes in Cumberland County, Maine
Cumberland County, ME contains 47 lakes catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Raymond Pond itself. The ones closest to Raymond Pond:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Crescent Lake | Raymond | 1.5 mi |
| Nubble Pond | Raymond | 2.6 mi |
| Notched Pond | Raymond | 2.8 mi |
| Hog Meadow Pond | Raymond | 2.8 mi |
| Dumpling Pond | Raymond | 3.1 mi |
| Farwell Bog | Raymond | 3.4 mi |
| Coffee Pond | Raymond | 3.5 mi |
| The Heath | Mechanic Falls | 3.7 mi |
| Sabbathday Pond | Gray | 3.7 mi |
| Owl Pond | Naples | 4.2 mi |
Features on the USGS Raymond Quadrangle
The Raymond 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 55 catalogued natural features alongside Raymond Pond. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valley Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Ledge Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Moose Meadow | Swamps | Cumberland County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Crescent Lake | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Pismire Mountain | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Raymond Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Tenny Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Edwards Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 2 mi |
| Robinson Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 2 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
A 60-minute drive along back roads separates the front door of Chapman Inn from Raymond Pond — 34.9 miles south-southeast as the crow flies, on compass bearing SSE.
Best time to visit
June through September for paddling and swimming; January through March for ice fishing. At this latitude (43.971°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 34.9 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Raymond Pond track the nearby Valley Brook stream (0.6 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Raymond Pond
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valley Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Ledge Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Moose Meadow | Swamps | Cumberland County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Crescent Lake | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Pismire Mountain | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.5 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Raymond Pond located?
Raymond Pond is in Cumberland County, Maine, approximately 34.9 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Raymond topographic quadrangle.
How far is Raymond Pond from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 60 minutes, 34.9 miles south-southeast (bearing SSE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Raymond Pond?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Raymond Pond as a lake, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 569998 on the Raymond quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Raymond 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.
Wikidata: Q33301846.