The Ledges — Benches 46.6 Miles SW of Chapman Inn
Grafton County, New Hampshire · USGS Mount Tripyramid Quadrangle · GNIS 872789
Within Grafton County, New Hampshire, on the USGS Mount Tripyramid quadrangle, the bench terrace known as The Ledges sits 46.6 miles southwest of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Grafton County, New Hampshire, the U.S. Geological Survey lists The Ledges as a bench terrace on the Mount Tripyramid topographic quadrangle (FIPS 33/009), under Feature ID 872789. Catalogued in GNIS since 08/27/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
The Ledges sits at 43.96201° N, 71.49730° W (DMS 43°57′43″ N, 71°29′50″ W).
Features on the USGS Mount Tripyramid Quadrangle
The Mount Tripyramid 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 39 catalogued natural features alongside The Ledges. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avalanche Brook | Streams | Grafton County, NH | 0.5 mi |
| Norway Rapids | Waterfalls | Grafton County, NH | 0.7 mi |
| Slide Brook | Streams | Grafton County, NH | 1.2 mi |
| The Scaur | Summits | Grafton County, NH | 1.3 mi |
| Cold Brook | Streams | Grafton County, NH | 1.5 mi |
| Kancamagus Brook | Streams | Grafton County, NH | 1.5 mi |
| Flume Brook | Streams | Grafton County, NH | 1.6 mi |
| Flume Peak | Summits | Grafton County, NH | 1.9 mi |
| Snows Mountain | Ridges | Grafton County, NH | 2 mi |
| Fletcher Cascades | Waterfalls | Grafton County, NH | 2.2 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SW out of Bethel for 46.6 miles (southwest) and you reach The Ledges; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 80 minutes.
Best time to visit
Generally accessible May through October; winter access depends on snow cover. At this latitude (43.962°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 46.6 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at The Ledges track the nearby Avalanche Brook stream (0.5 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to The Ledges
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avalanche Brook | Streams | Grafton County, NH | 0.5 mi |
| Norway Rapids | Waterfalls | Grafton County, NH | 0.7 mi |
| Cascade Brook | Streams | Grafton County, NH | 0.7 mi |
| West Branch Mad River | Streams | Grafton County, NH | 0.9 mi |
| Tecumseh Brook | Streams | Grafton County, NH | 1 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is The Ledges located?
The Ledges is in Grafton County, New Hampshire, approximately 46.6 miles southwest of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Mount Tripyramid topographic quadrangle.
How far is The Ledges from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 80 minutes, 46.6 miles southwest (bearing SW) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is The Ledges?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies The Ledges as a bench terrace, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 872789 on the Mount Tripyramid quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit The Ledges?
Generally accessible May through October; winter access depends on snow cover.
Wikidata: Q49173356.