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Morgan Meadow — Swamps 37.2 Miles SSE of Chapman Inn
Cumberland County, Maine · USGS Raymond Quadrangle · GNIS 571664
Within Cumberland County, Maine, on the USGS Raymond quadrangle, the swamp known as Morgan Meadow sits 37.2 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “swamp in Cumberland County, Maine, United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Cumberland County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Morgan Meadow as a swamp on the Raymond topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/005), under Feature ID 571664. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Morgan Meadow sits at 43.94507° N, 70.40006° W (DMS 43°56′42″ N, 70°24′00″ W).
Other swamps in Cumberland County, Maine
Cumberland County, ME contains 9 swamps catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Morgan Meadow itself. The ones closest to Morgan Meadow:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Moose Meadow | Raymond | 0.8 mi |
| Brandy Bog | Gray | 4.7 mi |
| Gray Meadow | Cumberland Center | 6.4 mi |
| Boody Meadow | North Windham | 6.8 mi |
| Ted Swamp | Casco | 9.8 mi |
| Pitts Meadow | Casco | 11.4 mi |
| Perley Meadow | North Sebago | 13.1 mi |
| Biglow Swamp | Casco | 15.8 mi |
Features on the USGS Raymond Quadrangle
The Raymond 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 55 catalogued natural features alongside Morgan Meadow. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meadow Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Glovers Wig | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Moose Meadow | Swamps | Cumberland County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Notched Pond | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Sucker Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Farwell Bog | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Raymond Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Ledge Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Valley Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Tarkiln Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 2.2 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SSE out of Bethel for 37.2 miles (south-southeast) and you reach Morgan Meadow; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 64 minutes.
Best time to visit
Late May through October; avoid black-fly peak in late May. At this latitude (43.945°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 37.2 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Morgan Meadow track the nearby Meadow Brook stream (0.6 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Morgan Meadow
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meadow Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Glovers Wig | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Moose Meadow | Swamps | Cumberland County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Notched Pond | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Sucker Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.6 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Morgan Meadow located?
Morgan Meadow is in Cumberland County, Maine, approximately 37.2 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Raymond topographic quadrangle.
How far is Morgan Meadow from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 64 minutes, 37.2 miles south-southeast (bearing SSE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Morgan Meadow?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Morgan Meadow as a swamp, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 571664 on the Raymond quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Morgan Meadow?
Late May through October; avoid black-fly peak in late May.
How many other swamps are in Cumberland County, Maine?
GNIS lists 8 other swamps in Cumberland County, Maine.
Wikidata: Q33176068.