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Tenmile Pond — Lakes 34.1 Miles S of Chapman Inn
Oxford County, Maine · USGS Hiram Quadrangle · GNIS 576725
Within Oxford County, Maine, on the USGS Hiram quadrangle, the lake known as Tenmile Pond sits 34.1 miles south of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Oxford County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Tenmile Pond as a lake on the Hiram topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/017), under Feature ID 576725. Last revised by the Board on Geographic Names on 05/15/2018.
Coordinates & physical setting
Tenmile Pond sits at 43.91387° N, 70.86205° W (DMS 43°54′50″ N, 70°51′43″ W).
Other lakes in Oxford County, Maine
Oxford County, ME contains 157 lakes catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Tenmile Pond itself. The ones closest to Tenmile Pond:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Burbank Pond | Hiram | 1.5 mi |
| Boston Pond | Hiram | 1.7 mi |
| Horseshoe Pond | Hiram | 1.9 mi |
| Dyer Pond | Brownfield | 2.1 mi |
| Bryant Pond | Hiram | 2.7 mi |
| Clemons Pond | Brownfield | 2.8 mi |
| Little Clemons Pond | Kezar Falls | 3.5 mi |
| Little Pond | Hiram | 4 mi |
| Jaybird Pond | Kezar Falls | 4.3 mi |
| Granger Pond | Hiram | 4.7 mi |
Features on the USGS Hiram Quadrangle
The Hiram 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 26 catalogued natural features alongside Tenmile Pond. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kezar Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Oak Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Tenmile River | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Burbank Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Boston Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Dragon Meadow Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Horseshoe Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Moose Pond Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 2.3 mi |
| Bryant Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 2.7 mi |
| Boston Hills | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.9 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing S out of Bethel for 34.1 miles (south) and you reach Tenmile Pond; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 58 minutes.
Best time to visit
June through September for paddling and swimming; January through March for ice fishing. At this latitude (43.914°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 34.1 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Tenmile Pond track the nearby Kezar Hill summit (0.5 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Tenmile Pond
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kezar Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Oak Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Durgin Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Tenmile River | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Burnt Meadow Pond | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 1.5 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Tenmile Pond located?
Tenmile Pond is in Oxford County, Maine, approximately 34.1 miles south of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Hiram topographic quadrangle.
How far is Tenmile Pond from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 58 minutes, 34.1 miles south (bearing S) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Tenmile Pond?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Tenmile Pond as a lake, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 576725 on the Hiram quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Tenmile Pond?
June through September for paddling and swimming; January through March for ice fishing.
How many other lakes are in Oxford County, Maine?
GNIS lists 156 other lakes in Oxford County, Maine.