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Adams Pond — Reservoirs 28.6 Miles S of Chapman Inn
Cumberland County, Maine · USGS North Sebago Quadrangle · GNIS 561089
Within Cumberland County, Maine, on the USGS North Sebago quadrangle, the reservoir known as Adams Pond sits 28.6 miles south of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Cumberland County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Adams Pond as a reservoir on the North Sebago topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/005), under Feature ID 561089. Last revised by the Board on Geographic Names on 05/15/2018.
Coordinates & physical setting
Adams Pond sits at 43.99491° N, 70.71193° W (DMS 43°59′42″ N, 70°42′43″ W).
Other reservoirs in Cumberland County, Maine
Cumberland County, ME contains 29 reservoirs catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Adams Pond itself. The ones closest to Adams Pond:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Willett Brook | Bridgton | 1.6 mi |
| Woods Pond | Bridgton | 2.9 mi |
| Peabody Pond | North Sebago | 3.7 mi |
| Stevens Pond | Bridgton | 4.2 mi |
| Highland Lake | Bridgton | 6.2 mi |
| Moose Pond | Pleasant Mountain | 6.9 mi |
| Bay of Naples | Naples | 7.9 mi |
| Crystal Lake | Bridgton | 9.2 mi |
| Fitch Mill Pond | Steep Falls | 10.1 mi |
| Upper Pond | Steep Falls | 11.3 mi |
Features on the USGS North Sebago Quadrangle
The North Sebago 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 59 catalogued natural features alongside Adams Pond. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ministers Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Fitch Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Byrons Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Town Farm Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Gristmill Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Cole Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Holt Pond | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Cole Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Pickerel Pond | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Bald Pate Mountain | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 2.3 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing S out of Bethel for 28.6 miles (south) and you reach Adams Pond; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 49 minutes.
Best time to visit
June through September for paddling and swimming; January through March for ice fishing. At this latitude (43.995°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 28.6 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Adams Pond track the nearby Dearborn Hill summit (0.5 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Adams Pond
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dearborn Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Ministers Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Choate Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Jack Branch | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Day Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.2 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Adams Pond located?
Adams Pond is in Cumberland County, Maine, approximately 28.6 miles south of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS North Sebago topographic quadrangle.
How far is Adams Pond from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 49 minutes, 28.6 miles south (bearing S) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Adams Pond?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Adams Pond as a reservoir, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 561089 on the North Sebago quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Adams Pond?
June through September for paddling and swimming; January through March for ice fishing.
How many other reservoirs are in Cumberland County, Maine?
GNIS lists 28 other reservoirs in Cumberland County, Maine.
Wikidata: Q34638959.