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Bald Mountain — Summits 38.9 Miles S of Chapman Inn
Cumberland County, Maine · USGS Steep Falls Quadrangle · GNIS 561512
Within Cumberland County, Maine, on the USGS Steep Falls quadrangle, the summit known as Bald Mountain sits 38.9 miles south of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “mountain in Cumberland County, Maine, United States”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Cumberland County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Bald Mountain as a summit on the Steep Falls topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/005), under Feature ID 561512. Last revised by the Board on Geographic Names on 08/09/2022.
Coordinates & physical setting
Bald Mountain sits at 43.84419° N, 70.72898° W (DMS 43°50′39″ N, 70°43′44″ W).
Other summits in Cumberland County, Maine
Cumberland County, ME contains 108 summits catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Bald Mountain itself. The ones closest to Bald Mountain:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Elevation | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winn Mountain | Steep Falls | — | 1.3 mi |
| Robinson Hill | Steep Falls | — | 1.6 mi |
| Dykes Mountain | Steep Falls | — | 1.9 mi |
| Webb Rowe Mountain | Steep Falls | — | 2.1 mi |
| Douglas Mountain | Steep Falls | 1,381 ft | 2.5 mi |
| Saddleback Hills | Steep Falls | — | 2.5 mi |
| Flints Mountain | Cornish | — | 2.5 mi |
| Lombard Hill | Hiram | — | 2.6 mi |
| Decker Mountain | Steep Falls | — | 2.9 mi |
| Harding Hill | Cornish | — | 2.9 mi |
Features on the USGS Steep Falls Quadrangle
The Steep Falls 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 35 catalogued natural features alongside Bald Mountain. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upper Pond | Reservoirs | Cumberland County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Winn Mountain | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Robinson Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Dykes Mountain | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Webb Rowe Mountain | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Sanborn Pond | Reservoirs | Cumberland County, ME | 2.4 mi |
| Douglas Mountain | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 2.5 mi |
| Saddleback Hills | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 2.5 mi |
| Davis Spring | Springs | Cumberland County, ME | 2.7 mi |
| Halfmoon Pond | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 2.8 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing S out of Bethel for 38.9 miles (south) and you reach Bald Mountain; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 67 minutes.
Best time to visit
Accessible May through November in most years. At this latitude (43.844°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 38.9 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Bald Mountain track the nearby Upper Pond reservoir (0.9 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Bald Mountain
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upper Pond | Reservoirs | Cumberland County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Winn Mountain | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Robinson Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Dykes Mountain | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Webb Rowe Mountain | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 2.1 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Bald Mountain located?
Bald Mountain is in Cumberland County, Maine, approximately 38.9 miles south of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Steep Falls topographic quadrangle.
How far is Bald Mountain from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 67 minutes, 38.9 miles south (bearing S) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Bald Mountain?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Bald Mountain as a summit, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 561512 on the Steep Falls quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Bald Mountain?
Accessible May through November in most years.
How many other summits are in Cumberland County, Maine?
GNIS lists 107 other summits in Cumberland County, Maine.
Wikidata: Q33136431.