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Turner Pond — Lakes 33.0 Miles E of Chapman Inn
Androscoggin County, Maine · USGS Fayette Quadrangle · GNIS 577436
Within Androscoggin County, Maine, on the USGS Fayette quadrangle, the lake known as Turner Pond sits 33.0 miles east of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Androscoggin County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Turner Pond as a lake on the Fayette topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/001), under Feature ID 577436. Last revised by the Board on Geographic Names on 05/12/2018.
Coordinates & physical setting
Turner Pond sits at 44.43395° N, 70.12231° W (DMS 44°26′02″ N, 70°07′20″ W).
Other lakes in Androscoggin County, Maine
Androscoggin County, ME contains 44 lakes catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Turner Pond itself. The ones closest to Turner Pond:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Round Pond | Fayette | 0.3 mi |
| Schoolhouse Pond | Fayette | 0.4 mi |
| Rack Pond | Fayette | 0.6 mi |
| Moose Hill Pond | Livermore Falls | 2.3 mi |
| Long Pond | Livermore Falls | 4.2 mi |
| Bartlett Pond | Livermore Falls | 4.7 mi |
| Round Pond | Livermore Falls | 4.8 mi |
| Nelson Pond | Canton | 7.1 mi |
| Crystal Pond | Buckfield | 12.7 mi |
| Island Pond | Monmouth | 13.2 mi |
Features on the USGS Fayette Quadrangle
The Fayette 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 29 catalogued natural features alongside Turner Pond. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Round Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Schoolhouse Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Rack Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Burgess Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Fayette Ridge | Ridges | Kennebec County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Pine Hill | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Baldwin Hill | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 2.3 mi |
| Mosher Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 3.4 mi |
| Hales Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 3.6 mi |
| Mount Winnebago | Summits | Kennebec 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 Turner 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 (44.434°), 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 Turner Pond track the nearby Round Pond lake (0.3 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Turner Pond
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Round Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Schoolhouse Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Rack Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Jug Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Ford Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.1 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Turner Pond located?
Turner 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 Turner 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 Turner Pond?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Turner Pond as a lake, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 577436 on the Fayette quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Turner 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.