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Mount Zircon Spring — Springs 12.4 Miles ENE of Chapman Inn
Oxford County, Maine · USGS Mount Zircon Quadrangle · GNIS 571792
One of only 11 springs catalogued within the 80 km reach of Chapman Inn, Mount Zircon Spring lies on the USGS Mount Zircon quadrangle in Oxford County, Maine — 12.4 miles east-northeast of the Inn.
Wikidata short description: “spring in Oxford County, Maine, United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 571792, Mount Zircon Spring is recorded as a spring on the USGS Mount Zircon quadrangle in Oxford County, Maine (FIPS 23/017). Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Mount Zircon Spring sits at 44.48729° N, 70.56534° W (DMS 44°29′14″ N, 70°33′55″ W).
Features on the USGS Mount Zircon Quadrangle
The Mount Zircon 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 21 catalogued natural features alongside Mount Zircon Spring. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Mount Zircon | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Mount Zircon Reservoir | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Mount Zircon | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1 mi |
| Thurston Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1 mi |
| Hemingway Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Mount Glines | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Bean Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Davis Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Concord Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 3.1 mi |
| Little Concord Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 3.8 mi |
Ranking & rarity
- Among the 11 springs catalogued within 80 km of Chapman Inn, Mount Zircon Spring ranks #2 by proximity to the Inn (closer than 82%).
- This is one of only 11 springs catalogued within Chapman Inn’s 80 km reach — a rare classification in the local landscape.
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
A 21-minute drive along back roads separates the front door of Chapman Inn from Mount Zircon Spring — 12.4 miles east-northeast as the crow flies, on compass bearing ENE.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.487°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 12.4 miles from the Inn, plan on a comfortable day trip with time for lunch on the road. Conditions at Mount Zircon Spring track the nearby Little Mount Zircon summit (0.5 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Mount Zircon Spring
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Mount Zircon | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Mount Zircon Reservoir | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Mount Zircon | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1 mi |
| Thurston Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1 mi |
| Hemingway Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.1 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Mount Zircon Spring located?
Mount Zircon Spring is in Oxford County, Maine, approximately 12.4 miles east-northeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Mount Zircon topographic quadrangle.
How far is Mount Zircon Spring from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 21 minutes, 12.4 miles east-northeast (bearing ENE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Mount Zircon Spring?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Mount Zircon Spring as a spring, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 571792 on the Mount Zircon quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Mount Zircon Spring?
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible.
How rare is springs as a classification near Chapman Inn?
Only 11 springs are catalogued within the 80 km radius of the Inn — a comparatively rare classification.
Wikidata: Q35491633.