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Carter Ledge — Benches 38.3 Miles SW of Chapman Inn
Carroll County, New Hampshire · USGS Mount Chocorua Quadrangle · GNIS 871631
Within Carroll County, New Hampshire, on the USGS Mount Chocorua quadrangle, the bench terrace known as Carter Ledge sits 38.3 miles southwest of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Carroll County, New Hampshire, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Carter Ledge as a bench terrace on the Mount Chocorua topographic quadrangle (FIPS 33/003), under Feature ID 871631. Catalogued in GNIS since 08/27/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Carter Ledge sits at 43.96396° N, 71.25702° W (DMS 43°57′50″ N, 71°15′25″ W).
Other benches in Carroll County, New Hampshire
Carroll County, NH contains 20 benches catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Carter Ledge itself. The ones closest to Carter Ledge:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Nickerson Ledge | Silver Lake | 1.2 mi |
| White Ledge | Silver Lake | 2 mi |
| Bragdon Ledge | Silver Lake | 2.1 mi |
| Woodchuck Ledge | Silver Lake | 3.2 mi |
| Eagle Ledge | Silver Lake | 3.7 mi |
| Whitton Ledge | Silver Lake | 3.8 mi |
| Overhang | Mount Chocorua | 4.3 mi |
| Band M Ledge | Silver Lake | 4.5 mi |
| Square Ledge | Mount Chocorua | 5.3 mi |
| Chamberlain Ledge | Silver Lake | 6.9 mi |
Features on the USGS Mount Chocorua Quadrangle
The Mount Chocorua 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 39 catalogued natural features alongside Carter Ledge. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Three Sisters | Ridges | Carroll County, NH | 0.8 mi |
| Blue Mountain | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 0.9 mi |
| Mount Chocorua | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 1.1 mi |
| Farlow Ridge | Ridges | Carroll County, NH | 1.2 mi |
| Moose Pond | Lakes | Carroll County, NH | 1.4 mi |
| Weetamoo Rock | Pillars | Carroll County, NH | 1.5 mi |
| Bald Mountain | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 1.9 mi |
| Steam Mill Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 2.6 mi |
| Champney Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 2.7 mi |
| Twin Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 2.9 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SW out of Bethel for 38.3 miles (southwest) and you reach Carter Ledge; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 66 minutes.
Best time to visit
Generally accessible May through October; winter access depends on snow cover. At this latitude (43.964°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 38.3 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Carter Ledge track the nearby Three Sisters ridge (0.8 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Carter Ledge
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Three Sisters | Ridges | Carroll County, NH | 0.8 mi |
| Blue Mountain | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 0.9 mi |
| Mount Chocorua | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 1.1 mi |
| Farlow Ridge | Ridges | Carroll County, NH | 1.2 mi |
| Nickerson Ledge | Benches | Carroll County, NH | 1.2 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Carter Ledge located?
Carter Ledge is in Carroll County, New Hampshire, approximately 38.3 miles southwest of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Mount Chocorua topographic quadrangle.
How far is Carter Ledge from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 66 minutes, 38.3 miles southwest (bearing SW) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Carter Ledge?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Carter Ledge as a bench terrace, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 871631 on the Mount Chocorua quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Carter Ledge?
Generally accessible May through October; winter access depends on snow cover.
How many other benches are in Carroll County, New Hampshire?
GNIS lists 19 other benches in Carroll County, New Hampshire.
Wikidata: Q49172365.