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The Narrows — Other Natural Features 17.6 Miles SSW of Chapman Inn
Oxford County, Maine · USGS Center Lovell Quadrangle · GNIS 581239
Catalogued on the USGS Center Lovell quadrangle in Oxford County, Maine, The Narrows — a natural feature — lies 17.6 miles south-southwest of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 581239, The Narrows is recorded as a natural feature on the USGS Center Lovell quadrangle in Oxford County, Maine (FIPS 23/017). Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
The Narrows sits at 44.16423° N, 70.90701° W (DMS 44°09′51″ N, 70°54′25″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 0.00000° N, 0.00000° W — useful for anglers and paddlers tracing the upstream end.
Features on the USGS Center Lovell Quadrangle
The Center Lovell 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 65 catalogued natural features alongside The Narrows. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hatch Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Ladies Delight Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Fairview Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Lower Bay | Bays | Oxford County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Northwest Cove | Bays | Oxford County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Farrington Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Timber Island | Islands | Oxford County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Sucker Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Kezar Lake | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Pigeon Point | Capes | Oxford County, ME | 1.7 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
A 30-minute drive along back roads separates the front door of Chapman Inn from The Narrows — 17.6 miles south-southwest as the crow flies, on compass bearing SSW.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.164°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 17.6 miles from the Inn, plan on a comfortable day trip with time for lunch on the road. Conditions at The Narrows track the nearby Hatch Hill summit (0.5 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to The Narrows
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hatch Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Ladies Delight Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Fairview Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Lower Bay | Bays | Oxford County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Northwest Cove | Bays | Oxford County, ME | 1.3 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is The Narrows located?
The Narrows is in Oxford County, Maine, approximately 17.6 miles south-southwest of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Center Lovell topographic quadrangle.
How far is The Narrows from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 30 minutes, 17.6 miles south-southwest (bearing SSW) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is The Narrows?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies The Narrows as a natural feature, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 581239 on the Center Lovell quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit The Narrows?
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible.
Wikidata: Q33163073.