The Narrows — Other Natural Features 48.4 Miles ENE of Chapman Inn
Kennebec County, Maine · USGS Rome Quadrangle · GNIS 576853
Catalogued on the USGS Rome quadrangle in Kennebec County, Maine, The Narrows — a natural feature — lies 48.4 miles east-northeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 576853, The Narrows is recorded as a natural feature on the USGS Rome quadrangle in Kennebec County, Maine (FIPS 23/011). Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
The Narrows sits at 44.61062° N, 69.84977° W (DMS 44°36′38″ N, 69°50′59″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 0.00000° N, 0.00000° W — useful for anglers and paddlers tracing the upstream end.
Features on the USGS Rome Quadrangle
The Rome 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 26 catalogued natural features alongside The Narrows. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Foss Hill | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Robbins Mill Stream | Streams | Kennebec County, ME | 2.3 mi |
| Mosher Hill | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 2.5 mi |
| Coe Point | Capes | Kennebec County, ME | 2.7 mi |
| Great Meadow Stream | Streams | Kennebec County, ME | 3 mi |
| North Bay | Bays | Kennebec County, ME | 3.1 mi |
| Crooked Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 3.2 mi |
| Snake Point | Capes | Kennebec County, ME | 3.3 mi |
| Indian Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 3.5 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
A 83-minute drive along back roads separates the front door of Chapman Inn from The Narrows — 48.4 miles east-northeast as the crow flies, on compass bearing ENE.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.611°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 48.4 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at The Narrows track the nearby Little Pond lake (0.3 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to The Narrows
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| North Pond | Lakes | Somerset County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Birch Point | Capes | Somerset County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Foss Hill | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| The Serpentine | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 1.6 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is The Narrows located?
The Narrows is in Kennebec County, Maine, approximately 48.4 miles east-northeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Rome topographic quadrangle.
How far is The Narrows from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 83 minutes, 48.4 miles east-northeast (bearing ENE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is The Narrows?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies The Narrows as a natural feature, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 576853 on the Rome quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit The Narrows?
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible.
Wikidata: Q33163037.