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Chub Pond — Reservoirs 41.1 Miles S of Chapman Inn
Cumberland County, Maine · USGS Steep Falls Quadrangle · GNIS 1912295
Within Cumberland County, Maine, on the USGS Steep Falls quadrangle, the reservoir known as Chub Pond sits 41.1 miles south of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Cumberland County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Chub Pond as a reservoir on the Steep Falls topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/005), under Feature ID 1912295. Last revised by the Board on Geographic Names on 05/15/2018.
Coordinates & physical setting
Chub Pond sits at 43.82006° N, 70.63627° W (DMS 43°49′12″ N, 70°38′11″ W).
Other reservoirs in Cumberland County, Maine
Cumberland County, ME contains 29 reservoirs catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Chub Pond itself. The ones closest to Chub Pond:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Woods Millpond | Steep Falls | 1.7 mi |
| Fitch Mill Pond | Steep Falls | 2.7 mi |
| Rich Millpond | Sebago Lake | 3.7 mi |
| Upper Pond | Steep Falls | 5 mi |
| Sebago Lake | Sebago Lake | 5 mi |
| Sanborn Pond | Steep Falls | 5.1 mi |
| Watchic Pond | Standish | 5.8 mi |
| Half Moon Pond | Sebago Lake | 7.3 mi |
| Bay of Naples | Naples | 8 mi |
| Sebago Lake Basin | North Windham | 8.9 mi |
Features on the USGS Steep Falls Quadrangle
The Steep Falls 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 35 catalogued natural features alongside Chub Pond. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adams Pond | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Rainbow Pond | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Woods Millpond | Reservoirs | Cumberland County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Heath Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Heath Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Sand Pond | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Tucker Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 2.4 mi |
| Northwest River | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 2.6 mi |
| Quaker Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 2.6 mi |
| Fitch Mill Pond | Reservoirs | Cumberland County, ME | 2.7 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing S out of Bethel for 41.1 miles (south) and you reach Chub Pond; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 70 minutes.
Best time to visit
June through September for paddling and swimming; January through March for ice fishing. At this latitude (43.820°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 41.1 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Chub Pond track the nearby Adams Pond lake (0.2 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Chub Pond
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adams Pond | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Rainbow Pond | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Woods Millpond | Reservoirs | Cumberland County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Heath Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Heath Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.9 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Chub Pond located?
Chub Pond is in Cumberland County, Maine, approximately 41.1 miles south of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Steep Falls topographic quadrangle.
How far is Chub Pond from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 70 minutes, 41.1 miles south (bearing S) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Chub Pond?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Chub Pond as a reservoir, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 1912295 on the Steep Falls quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Chub 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.