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Upper Pond — Reservoirs 39.7 Miles S of Chapman Inn
Cumberland County, Maine · USGS Steep Falls Quadrangle · GNIS 1913249
Within Cumberland County, Maine, on the USGS Steep Falls quadrangle, the reservoir known as Upper Pond sits 39.7 miles south of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Cumberland County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Upper Pond as a reservoir on the Steep Falls topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/005), under Feature ID 1913249. Catalogued in GNIS since 05/08/2001.
Coordinates & physical setting
Upper Pond sits at 43.83174° N, 70.73562° W (DMS 43°49′54″ N, 70°44′08″ W).
Other reservoirs in Cumberland County, Maine
Cumberland County, ME contains 29 reservoirs catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Upper Pond itself. The ones closest to Upper Pond:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sanborn Pond | Steep Falls | 1.5 mi |
| Woods Millpond | Steep Falls | 3.5 mi |
| Chub Pond | Steep Falls | 5 mi |
| Fitch Mill Pond | Steep Falls | 5.1 mi |
| Peabody Pond | North Sebago | 8.1 mi |
| Rich Millpond | Sebago Lake | 8.6 mi |
| Watchic Pond | Standish | 9.1 mi |
| Sebago Lake | Sebago Lake | 9.5 mi |
| Bay of Naples | Naples | 10.2 mi |
| Adams Pond | North Sebago | 11.3 mi |
Features on the USGS Steep Falls Quadrangle
The Steep Falls 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 35 catalogued natural features alongside Upper Pond. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bald Mountain | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Sanborn Pond | Reservoirs | Cumberland County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Winn Mountain | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Halfmoon Pond | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 2.4 mi |
| Robinson Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 2.5 mi |
| Pigeon Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 2.5 mi |
| Goulds Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 2.7 mi |
| Dykes Mountain | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 2.8 mi |
| Sand Pond | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 2.8 mi |
| Webb Rowe Mountain | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 2.9 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing S out of Bethel for 39.7 miles (south) and you reach Upper Pond; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 68 minutes.
Best time to visit
June through September for paddling and swimming; January through March for ice fishing. At this latitude (43.832°), 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 Upper Pond track the nearby Bald Mountain summit (0.9 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Upper Pond
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bald Mountain | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Sanborn Pond | Reservoirs | Cumberland County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Harding Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Winn Mountain | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Dug Hill Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 2.3 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Upper Pond located?
Upper Pond is in Cumberland County, Maine, approximately 39.7 miles south of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Steep Falls topographic quadrangle.
How far is Upper Pond from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 68 minutes, 39.7 miles south (bearing S) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Upper Pond?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Upper Pond as a reservoir, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 1913249 on the Steep Falls quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Upper 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.