Agri Bog — Swamps 42.7 Miles ESE of Chapman Inn
Androscoggin County, Maine · USGS Lisbon Falls North Quadrangle · GNIS 561110
Within Androscoggin County, Maine, on the USGS Lisbon Falls North quadrangle, the swamp known as Agri Bog sits 42.7 miles east-southeast of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “swamp in Androscoggin County, Maine, United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Androscoggin County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Agri Bog as a swamp on the Lisbon Falls North topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/001), under Feature ID 561110. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Agri Bog sits at 44.10424° N, 70.03533° W (DMS 44°06′15″ N, 70°02′07″ W).
Features on the USGS Lisbon Falls North Quadrangle
The Lisbon Falls North 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 23 catalogued natural features alongside Agri Bog. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Curtis Bog | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Loon Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Mann Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Whitten Hill | Summits | Sagadahoc County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Curtis Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Sutherland Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 2 mi |
| Round Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 2.7 mi |
| Maxwell Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 3.3 mi |
| Kettlebottom | Basins | Sagadahoc County, ME | 3.6 mi |
| Sabattus Pond | Reservoirs | Androscoggin County, ME | 3.8 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing ESE out of Bethel for 42.7 miles (east-southeast) and you reach Agri Bog; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 73 minutes.
Best time to visit
Late May through October; avoid black-fly peak in late May. At this latitude (44.104°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 42.7 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Agri Bog track the nearby Curtis Bog lake (0.6 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Agri Bog
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Curtis Bog | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Loon Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Mann Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Whitten Hill | Summits | Sagadahoc County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Curtis Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.8 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Agri Bog located?
Agri Bog is in Androscoggin County, Maine, approximately 42.7 miles east-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Lisbon Falls North topographic quadrangle.
How far is Agri Bog from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 73 minutes, 42.7 miles east-southeast (bearing ESE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Agri Bog?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Agri Bog as a swamp, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 561110 on the Lisbon Falls North quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Agri Bog?
Late May through October; avoid black-fly peak in late May.
Wikidata: Q33172013.