Vaughn Pond — Reservoirs 49.7 Miles E of Chapman Inn
Kennebec County, Maine · USGS Augusta Quadrangle · GNIS 1773614
Within Kennebec County, Maine, on the USGS Augusta quadrangle, the reservoir known as Vaughn Pond sits 49.7 miles east of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Kennebec County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Vaughn Pond as a reservoir on the Augusta topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/011), under Feature ID 1773614. Catalogued in GNIS since 01/08/1998.
Coordinates & physical setting
Vaughn Pond sits at 44.27340° N, 69.80116° W (DMS 44°16′24″ N, 69°48′04″ W).
Other reservoirs in Kennebec County, Maine
Kennebec County, ME contains 25 reservoirs catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Vaughn Pond itself. The ones closest to Vaughn Pond:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hallowell Recreation Pond | Augusta | 1.9 mi |
| Cobbosseecontee Stream Reservoir | Purgatory | 5 mi |
| Carleton Pond | Winthrop | 7.4 mi |
| Gilman Dam Pond | Purgatory | 7.7 mi |
| Cobbosseecontee Lake | Purgatory | 7.7 mi |
| Tacoma Lakes | Purgatory | 7.8 mi |
| Woodbury Pond | Purgatory | 8.9 mi |
| Mill Pond | Winthrop | 9.1 mi |
| Maranacook Lake | Winthrop | 9.1 mi |
| Apple Valley Lake | Wayne | 11 mi |
Features on the USGS Augusta Quadrangle
The Augusta 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 17 catalogued natural features alongside Vaughn Pond. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cascade Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Hallowell Recreation Pond | Reservoirs | Kennebec County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Howard Hill | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Granite Hill | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 2.7 mi |
| Jimmie Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 2.9 mi |
| Lithgow Hill | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 3.3 mi |
| Little Jimmie Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 3.3 mi |
| Hutchinson Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 3.6 mi |
| Meadow Hill | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 3.6 mi |
| Bog Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 3.8 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing E out of Bethel for 49.7 miles (east) and you reach Vaughn Pond; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 85 minutes.
Best time to visit
June through September for paddling and swimming; January through March for ice fishing. At this latitude (44.273°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 49.7 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Vaughn Pond track the nearby Cascade Pond lake (0.2 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Vaughn Pond
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cascade Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Hallowell Recreation Pond | Reservoirs | Kennebec County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Howard Hill | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Granite Hill | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 2.7 mi |
| Jimmie Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 2.9 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Vaughn Pond located?
Vaughn Pond is in Kennebec County, Maine, approximately 49.7 miles east of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Augusta topographic quadrangle.
How far is Vaughn Pond from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 85 minutes, 49.7 miles east (bearing E) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Vaughn Pond?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Vaughn Pond as a reservoir, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 1773614 on the Augusta quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Vaughn Pond?
June through September for paddling and swimming; January through March for ice fishing.
How many other reservoirs are in Kennebec County, Maine?
GNIS lists 24 other reservoirs in Kennebec County, Maine.