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Sebago Lake — Reservoirs 39.7 Miles SSE of Chapman Inn
Cumberland County, Maine · USGS Sebago Lake Quadrangle · GNIS 575155
Catalogued on the USGS Sebago Lake quadrangle in Cumberland County, Maine, Sebago Lake — a reservoir — lies 39.7 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 575155, Sebago Lake is recorded as a reservoir on the USGS Sebago Lake quadrangle in Cumberland County, Maine (FIPS 23/005). Last revised by the Board on Geographic Names on 05/15/2018.
Coordinates & physical setting
Sebago Lake sits at 43.85620° N, 70.54860° W (DMS 43°51′22″ N, 70°32′55″ W).
Hydrology of Sebago Lake
Wikidata records 1 other catalogued feature as located on Sebago Lake:
| Feature | Type | County | From Inn |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indian Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 44.8 mi |
Other reservoirs in Cumberland County, Maine
Cumberland County, ME contains 29 reservoirs catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Sebago Lake itself. The ones closest to Sebago Lake:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rich Millpond | Sebago Lake | 4.6 mi |
| Fitch Mill Pond | Steep Falls | 4.6 mi |
| Sebago Lake Basin | North Windham | 4.8 mi |
| Thomas Pond | Naples | 4.9 mi |
| Chub Pond | Steep Falls | 5 mi |
| Bay of Naples | Naples | 5.3 mi |
| Eel Weir Canal | North Windham | 5.6 mi |
| Mill Pond | North Windham | 6.2 mi |
| Panther Pond | Raymond | 6.3 mi |
| Woods Millpond | Steep Falls | 6.6 mi |
Features on the USGS Sebago Lake Quadrangle
The Sebago Lake 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 15 catalogued natural features alongside Sebago Lake. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fryes Leap | Cliffs | Cumberland County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| The Notch | Other Natural Features | Cumberland County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Frye Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Raymond Neck | Capes | Cumberland County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Rich Millpond | Reservoirs | Cumberland County, ME | 4.6 mi |
| Indian Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 5 mi |
| Duck Pond | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 5.1 mi |
| Lower Bay | Bays | Cumberland County, ME | 5.7 mi |
| Rich Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 5.9 mi |
| Sticky River | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 5.9 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
A 68-minute drive along back roads separates the front door of Chapman Inn from Sebago Lake — 39.7 miles south-southeast as the crow flies, on compass bearing SSE.
Best time to visit
June through September for paddling and swimming; January through March for ice fishing. At this latitude (43.856°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 39.7 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Sebago Lake track the nearby Fryes Leap cliff face (1.5 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Sebago Lake
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fryes Leap | Cliffs | Cumberland County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| The Notch | Other Natural Features | Cumberland County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Frye Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Raymond Neck | Capes | Cumberland County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Lower Harvey Cove | Bays | Cumberland County, ME | 1.9 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Sebago Lake located?
Sebago Lake is in Cumberland County, Maine, approximately 39.7 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Sebago Lake topographic quadrangle.
How far is Sebago Lake from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 68 minutes, 39.7 miles south-southeast (bearing SSE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Sebago Lake?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Sebago Lake as a reservoir, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 575155 on the Sebago Lake quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Sebago Lake?
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.