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Crockett Ridge — Ridges 15.8 Miles SE of Chapman Inn
Oxford County, Maine · USGS Norway Quadrangle · GNIS 564557
Within Oxford County, Maine, on the USGS Norway quadrangle, the ridge known as Crockett Ridge sits 15.8 miles southeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Oxford County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Crockett Ridge as a ridge on the Norway topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/017), under Feature ID 564557. Last revised by the Board on Geographic Names on 02/21/2025.
Coordinates & physical setting
Crockett Ridge sits at 44.23683° N, 70.57342° W (DMS 44°14′13″ N, 70°34′24″ W).
Other ridges in Oxford County, Maine
Oxford County, ME contains 11 ridges catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Crockett Ridge itself. The ones closest to Crockett Ridge:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Elevation | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Halls Ridge | Greenwood | — | 8.4 mi |
| Sylvester Ridge | Casco | — | 13.2 mi |
| Days Ridge | Bryant Pond | — | 14.3 mi |
| Poplar Ridge | Casco | — | 14.9 mi |
| Harlow Ridge | Dixfield | — | 23.5 mi |
| Hemenway Ridge | Old Speck Mountain | — | 32.4 mi |
| Moulton Ridge | Kezar Falls | — | 32.6 mi |
| Inlet Ridge | Middle Dam | — | 42 mi |
| Carry Ridge | Middle Dam | — | 42.3 mi |
| Daddys Ridge | Kennebago | — | 57.5 mi |
Features on the USGS Norway Quadrangle
The Norway 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 32 catalogued natural features alongside Crockett Ridge. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pennesseewassee Lake | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Witt Swamp | Swamps | Oxford County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| The Nubble | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Bird Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Bogg Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Hathaway Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2 mi |
| Elm Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2 mi |
| Little Pennesseewassee Pond | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 2.3 mi |
| Pike Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.4 mi |
| Bird Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 2.5 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SE out of Bethel for 15.8 miles (southeast) and you reach Crockett Ridge; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 27 minutes.
Best time to visit
Accessible May through November in most years. At this latitude (44.237°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 15.8 miles from the Inn, plan on a comfortable day trip with time for lunch on the road. Conditions at Crockett Ridge track the nearby Pennesseewassee Lake reservoir (0.7 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Crockett Ridge
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pennesseewassee Lake | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Witt Swamp | Swamps | Oxford County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| The Nubble | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Bird Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Bogg Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.3 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Crockett Ridge located?
Crockett Ridge is in Oxford County, Maine, approximately 15.8 miles southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Norway topographic quadrangle.
How far is Crockett Ridge from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 27 minutes, 15.8 miles southeast (bearing SE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Crockett Ridge?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Crockett Ridge as a ridge, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 564557 on the Norway quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Crockett Ridge?
Accessible May through November in most years.
How many other ridges are in Oxford County, Maine?
GNIS lists 10 other ridges in Oxford County, Maine.