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Allen Mountain — Summits 32.0 Miles S of Chapman Inn
Oxford County, Maine · USGS Hiram Quadrangle · GNIS 561191
Within Oxford County, Maine, on the USGS Hiram quadrangle, the summit known as Allen Mountain sits 32.0 miles south of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “mountain in Oxford County, Maine, United States of America (GNIS ID = 561191)”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Oxford County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Allen Mountain as a summit on the Hiram topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/017), under Feature ID 561191. Last revised by the Board on Geographic Names on 06/25/2022.
Coordinates & physical setting
Allen Mountain sits at 43.94151° N, 70.77913° W (DMS 43°56′29″ N, 70°46′45″ W).
Other summits in Oxford County, Maine
Oxford County, ME contains 438 summits catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Allen Mountain itself. The ones closest to Allen Mountain:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Elevation | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quarry Hill | North Sebago | — | 2.3 mi |
| Boston Hills | Hiram | — | 2.4 mi |
| Tear Cap | Hiram | — | 2.8 mi |
| Fessenden Hill | Hiram | — | 2.9 mi |
| Pickett Hill | Hiram | — | 3 mi |
| Cole Mountain | North Sebago | — | 3.2 mi |
| Oak Hill | Hiram | — | 4.8 mi |
| Smalls Mountain | Cornish | — | 4.9 mi |
| Kezar Hill | Hiram | — | 4.9 mi |
| Mount Cutler | Cornish | — | 5.2 mi |
Features on the USGS Hiram Quadrangle
The Hiram 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 26 catalogued natural features alongside Allen Mountain. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Granger Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Walden Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Mud Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Middle Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Lily Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Little Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Moose Pond Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 2.3 mi |
| Boston Hills | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.4 mi |
| Tear Cap | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.8 mi |
| Horseshoe Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 2.8 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing S out of Bethel for 32.0 miles (south) and you reach Allen Mountain; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 55 minutes.
Best time to visit
Accessible May through November in most years. At this latitude (43.942°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 32.0 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Allen Mountain track the nearby Granger Pond lake (1.1 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Allen Mountain
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Granger Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Walden Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Mud Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Blackburn Point | Capes | Oxford County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Hancock Pond | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 1.7 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Allen Mountain located?
Allen Mountain is in Oxford County, Maine, approximately 32.0 miles south of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Hiram topographic quadrangle.
How far is Allen Mountain from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 55 minutes, 32.0 miles south (bearing S) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Allen Mountain?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Allen Mountain as a summit, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 561191 on the Hiram quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Allen Mountain?
Accessible May through November in most years.
How many other summits are in Oxford County, Maine?
GNIS lists 437 other summits in Oxford County, Maine.
Wikidata: Q33136200.