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Ben Barrows Hill — Summits 22.9 Miles ESE of Chapman Inn
Oxford County, Maine · USGS Oxford Quadrangle · GNIS 581392
Catalogued on the USGS Oxford quadrangle in Oxford County, Maine, Ben Barrows Hill — a summit — lies 22.9 miles east-southeast of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “mountain in United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 581392, Ben Barrows Hill is recorded as a summit on the USGS Oxford quadrangle in Oxford County, Maine (FIPS 23/017). Last revised by the Board on Geographic Names on 07/23/2022.
Coordinates & physical setting
Ben Barrows Hill sits at 44.22845° N, 70.39735° W (DMS 44°13′42″ N, 70°23′50″ W).
Other summits in Oxford County, Maine
Oxford County, ME contains 438 summits catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Ben Barrows Hill itself. The ones closest to Ben Barrows Hill:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Elevation | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number 4 Hill | Oxford | — | 0.8 mi |
| Stone Hill | Oxford | — | 1 mi |
| Mount Marie | Oxford | — | 1.3 mi |
| Little Singepole Mountain | Oxford | — | 1.8 mi |
| Greenwood Mountain | Oxford | — | 2 mi |
| Streaked Mountain | Oxford | — | 2 mi |
| Whitman Hill | Lake Auburn West | — | 2 mi |
| Singepole Mountain | Oxford | — | 2.6 mi |
| Brighton Hill | Lake Auburn West | — | 3 mi |
| Oak Hill | West Sumner | — | 3.1 mi |
Features on the USGS Oxford Quadrangle
The Oxford 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 34 catalogued natural features alongside Ben Barrows Hill. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number 4 Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Stone Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1 mi |
| Cobb Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Mount Marie | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Little Singepole Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Greenwood Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2 mi |
| Streaked Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2 mi |
| Singepole Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.6 mi |
| Noble Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 2.9 mi |
| Hall Pond | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 3 mi |
Historical record
The U.S. Board on Geographic Names recorded a Official (Board Decision) on January 1, 1908 for this name.
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
A 39-minute drive along back roads separates the front door of Chapman Inn from Ben Barrows Hill — 22.9 miles east-southeast as the crow flies, on compass bearing ESE.
Best time to visit
Accessible May through November in most years. At this latitude (44.228°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 22.9 miles from the Inn, plan on a comfortable day trip with time for lunch on the road. Conditions at Ben Barrows Hill track the nearby Number 4 Hill summit (0.8 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Ben Barrows Hill
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number 4 Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Stone Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1 mi |
| Cobb Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Mount Marie | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Little Singepole Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.8 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Ben Barrows Hill located?
Ben Barrows Hill is in Oxford County, Maine, approximately 22.9 miles east-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Oxford topographic quadrangle.
How far is Ben Barrows Hill from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 39 minutes, 22.9 miles east-southeast (bearing ESE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Ben Barrows Hill?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Ben Barrows Hill as a summit, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 581392 on the Oxford quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Ben Barrows Hill?
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: Q33136787.