Mosher Pond — Reservoirs 41.0 Miles NE of Chapman Inn
Franklin County, Maine · USGS New Sharon Quadrangle · GNIS 571721
Within Franklin County, Maine, on the USGS New Sharon quadrangle, the reservoir known as Mosher Pond sits 41.0 miles northeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Franklin County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Mosher Pond as a reservoir on the New Sharon topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/007), under Feature ID 571721. Last revised by the Board on Geographic Names on 05/12/2018.
Coordinates & physical setting
Mosher Pond sits at 44.74618° N, 70.10877° W (DMS 44°44′46″ N, 70°06′32″ W).
Other reservoirs in Franklin County, Maine
Franklin County, ME contains 17 reservoirs catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Mosher Pond itself. The ones closest to Mosher Pond:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Porter Lake | Strong | 4.9 mi |
| Bauds Pond | New Vineyard | 5.2 mi |
| Staples Pond | Farmington | 6.5 mi |
| Temple Stream Reservoir | Farmington | 6.6 mi |
| Wilson Pond | Wilton | 12.7 mi |
| Little Norridgewock Stream Reservoir | Farmington Falls | 13.5 mi |
| Carrabassett River Reservoir | Kingfield | 14.9 mi |
| Androscoggin River Reservoir | Wilton | 17.8 mi |
| Androscoggin River Reservoir | Wilton | 18.2 mi |
| Androscoggin River Reservoir | Livermore Falls | 19 mi |
Features on the USGS New Sharon Quadrangle
The New Sharon 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 9 catalogued natural features alongside Mosher Pond. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mosher Hill | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Clearwater Pond | Lakes | Franklin County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Bannock Mountain | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 3.5 mi |
| Perham Hill | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 3.9 mi |
| Goodrich Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 4.6 mi |
| Beales Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 7.8 mi |
| Muddy Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 8 mi |
| Bragdon Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 8.2 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing NE out of Bethel for 41.0 miles (northeast) and you reach Mosher Pond; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 70 minutes.
Best time to visit
June through September for paddling and swimming; January through March for ice fishing. Being this far north (lat 44.746°), first snows typically arrive by mid-October and linger into early May — narrow the window accordingly. At 41.0 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Mosher Pond track the nearby Mosher Hill summit (1.3 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Mosher Pond
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mosher Hill | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Norton Mountain | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Clearwater Pond | Lakes | Franklin County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| New Vineyard Basin | Basins | Franklin County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| True Mountain | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 2 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Mosher Pond located?
Mosher Pond is in Franklin County, Maine, approximately 41.0 miles northeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS New Sharon topographic quadrangle.
How far is Mosher Pond from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 70 minutes, 41.0 miles northeast (bearing NE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Mosher Pond?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Mosher Pond as a reservoir, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 571721 on the New Sharon quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Mosher Pond?
June through September for paddling and swimming; January through March for ice fishing.
How many other reservoirs are in Franklin County, Maine?
GNIS lists 16 other reservoirs in Franklin County, Maine.