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Humphreys Ledge — Benches 28.7 Miles SW of Chapman Inn
Carroll County, New Hampshire · USGS North Conway West Quadrangle · GNIS 872060
Within Carroll County, New Hampshire, on the USGS North Conway West quadrangle, the bench terrace known as Humphreys Ledge sits 28.7 miles southwest of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Carroll County, New Hampshire, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Humphreys Ledge as a bench terrace on the North Conway West topographic quadrangle (FIPS 33/003), under Feature ID 872060. Catalogued in GNIS since 08/27/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Humphreys Ledge sits at 44.08812° N, 71.16507° W (DMS 44°05′17″ N, 71°09′54″ W).
Other benches in Carroll County, New Hampshire
Carroll County, NH contains 20 benches catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Humphreys Ledge itself. The ones closest to Humphreys Ledge:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cathedral Ledge | North Conway West | 1.7 mi |
| White Horse Ledge | North Conway West | 2.5 mi |
| Whites Ledge | North Conway West | 3.1 mi |
| Redstone Ledge | North Conway East | 5.8 mi |
| Eagle Ledge | Silver Lake | 6.4 mi |
| Woodchuck Ledge | Silver Lake | 6.6 mi |
| Hart Ledge | Bartlett | 8.1 mi |
| White Ledge | Silver Lake | 8.4 mi |
| Band M Ledge | Silver Lake | 9.4 mi |
| Carter Ledge | Mount Chocorua | 9.7 mi |
Features on the USGS North Conway West Quadrangle
The North Conway West 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 32 catalogued natural features alongside Humphreys Ledge. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Branch Saco River | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 0.5 mi |
| Dianas Baths | Springs | Carroll County, NH | 1.1 mi |
| Ellis River | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 1.2 mi |
| Lucy Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 1.6 mi |
| Cathedral Ledge | Benches | Carroll County, NH | 1.7 mi |
| Mountain Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 1.9 mi |
| Rocky Branch | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 1.9 mi |
| Cow Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 2 mi |
| Echo Lake | Lakes | Carroll County, NH | 2.3 mi |
| Thorn Hill | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 2.4 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SW out of Bethel for 28.7 miles (southwest) and you reach Humphreys Ledge; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 49 minutes.
Best time to visit
Generally accessible May through October; winter access depends on snow cover. At this latitude (44.088°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 28.7 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Humphreys Ledge track the nearby East Branch Saco River stream (0.5 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Humphreys Ledge
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Branch Saco River | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 0.5 mi |
| Dianas Baths | Springs | Carroll County, NH | 1.1 mi |
| Ellis River | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 1.2 mi |
| Lucy Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 1.6 mi |
| Cathedral Ledge | Benches | Carroll County, NH | 1.7 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Humphreys Ledge located?
Humphreys Ledge is in Carroll County, New Hampshire, approximately 28.7 miles southwest of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS North Conway West topographic quadrangle.
How far is Humphreys Ledge from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 49 minutes, 28.7 miles southwest (bearing SW) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Humphreys Ledge?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Humphreys Ledge as a bench terrace, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 872060 on the North Conway West quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Humphreys 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: Q49172717.