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Evans Notch — Gaps 12.1 Miles SW of Chapman Inn
Oxford County, Maine · USGS Speckled Mountain Quadrangle · GNIS 581018
Within Oxford County, Maine, on the USGS Speckled Mountain quadrangle, the mountain gap known as Evans Notch sits 12.1 miles southwest of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Oxford County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Evans Notch as a mountain gap on the Speckled Mountain topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/017), under Feature ID 581018. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Evans Notch sits at 44.30534° N, 70.98980° W (DMS 44°18′19″ N, 70°59′23″ W).
Other gaps in Oxford County, Maine
Oxford County, ME contains 18 gaps catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Evans Notch itself. The ones closest to Evans Notch:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Haystack Notch | Speckled Mountain | 3 mi |
| Tyler Notch | Speckled Mountain | 5.2 mi |
| Miles Notch | Speckled Mountain | 5.4 mi |
| Albany Notch | East Stoneham | 7 mi |
| Whites Notch | Gilead | 10.5 mi |
| Jakes Notch | Gilead | 11.6 mi |
| Carlo Col | Shelburne | 12.6 mi |
| Mahoosuc Notch | Old Speck Mountain | 16.1 mi |
| Notch 2 | Old Speck Mountain | 17.1 mi |
| Miles Notch | Old Speck Mountain | 17.4 mi |
Features on the USGS Speckled Mountain Quadrangle
The Speckled Mountain 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 37 catalogued natural features alongside Evans Notch. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stony Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Ames Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Mud Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Speckled Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2 mi |
| Mount Hastings | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Sugarloaf Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Durgin Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.6 mi |
| Morrison Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 2.7 mi |
| Blueberry Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.7 mi |
| Haystack Notch | Gaps | Oxford County, ME | 3 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SW out of Bethel for 12.1 miles (southwest) and you reach Evans Notch; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 21 minutes.
Best time to visit
Late May through October; avoid black-fly peak in late May. At this latitude (44.305°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 12.1 miles from the Inn, plan on a comfortable day trip with time for lunch on the road. Conditions at Evans Notch track the nearby East Royce Mountain summit (0.8 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Evans Notch
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Royce Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Stony Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Middle Branch Mad River | Streams | Oxford County, NH | 1.3 mi |
| West Royce Mountain | Summits | Coos County, NH | 1.4 mi |
| Mad River Falls | Waterfalls | Oxford County, ME | 1.4 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Evans Notch located?
Evans Notch is in Oxford County, Maine, approximately 12.1 miles southwest of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Speckled Mountain topographic quadrangle.
How far is Evans Notch from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 21 minutes, 12.1 miles southwest (bearing SW) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Evans Notch?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Evans Notch as a mountain gap, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 581018 on the Speckled Mountain quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Evans Notch?
Late May through October; avoid black-fly peak in late May.
How many other gaps are in Oxford County, Maine?
GNIS lists 17 other gaps in Oxford County, Maine.