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Shaker Bog — Lakes 34.9 Miles SE of Chapman Inn
Androscoggin County, Maine · USGS Gray Quadrangle · GNIS 575290
Catalogued on the USGS Gray quadrangle in Androscoggin County, Maine, Shaker Bog — a lake — lies 34.9 miles southeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 575290, Shaker Bog is recorded as a lake on the USGS Gray quadrangle in Androscoggin County, Maine (FIPS 23/001). Last revised by the Board on Geographic Names on 05/15/2018.
Coordinates & physical setting
Shaker Bog sits at 43.99582° N, 70.37477° W (DMS 43°59′45″ N, 70°22′29″ W).
Other lakes in Androscoggin County, Maine
Androscoggin County, ME contains 44 lakes catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Shaker Bog itself. The ones closest to Shaker Bog:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Upper Range Pond | Mechanic Falls | 1.4 mi |
| Estes Bog | Mechanic Falls | 2.1 mi |
| Middle Range Pond | Mechanic Falls | 2.2 mi |
| Worthley Pond | Minot | 2.2 mi |
| Tripp Pond | Mechanic Falls | 4.8 mi |
| Mud Pond | Mechanic Falls | 5.7 mi |
| Taylor Pond | Minot | 9 mi |
| Hawkes Pond | Oxford | 10.4 mi |
| Lake Andrews | Lewiston | 11.5 mi |
| No Name Pond | Lewiston | 14.6 mi |
Features on the USGS Gray Quadrangle
The Gray 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 25 catalogued natural features alongside Shaker Bog. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sabbathday Pond | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Westcott Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Mosquito Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Snows Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 2.5 mi |
| Little Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 2.8 mi |
| The Sinkhole | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 3 mi |
| Lily Pond Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 3 mi |
| Chandler Mill Pond | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 3 mi |
| Royal River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Cumberland County, ME | 3.5 mi |
| Brandy Bog | Swamps | Cumberland County, ME | 4.3 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
A 60-minute drive along back roads separates the front door of Chapman Inn from Shaker Bog — 34.9 miles southeast as the crow flies, on compass bearing SE.
Best time to visit
June through September for paddling and swimming; January through March for ice fishing. At this latitude (43.996°), 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 Shaker Bog track the nearby Shaker Hill summit (0.8 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Shaker Bog
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shaker Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Range Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Wilson Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Upper Range Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| May Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.5 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Shaker Bog located?
Shaker Bog is in Androscoggin County, Maine, approximately 34.9 miles southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Gray topographic quadrangle.
How far is Shaker Bog from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 60 minutes, 34.9 miles southeast (bearing SE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Shaker Bog?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Shaker Bog as a lake, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 575290 on the Gray quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Shaker Bog?
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: Q33307542.