Clark Mountain — Summits 46.7 Miles S of Chapman Inn
York County, Maine · USGS Limerick Quadrangle · GNIS 564040
Catalogued on the USGS Limerick quadrangle in York County, Maine, Clark Mountain — a summit — lies 46.7 miles south of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “mountain in York County, Maine, United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 564040, Clark Mountain is recorded as a summit on the USGS Limerick quadrangle in York County, Maine (FIPS 23/031). Last revised by the Board on Geographic Names on 07/02/2022.
Coordinates & physical setting
Clark Mountain sits at 43.72928° N, 70.78566° W (DMS 43°43′45″ N, 70°47′08″ W).
Other summits in York County, Maine
York County, ME contains 25 summits catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Clark Mountain itself. The ones closest to Clark Mountain:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Elevation | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Watson Mountain | Limerick | — | 0.8 mi |
| Hosac Mountain | Cornish | — | 1.5 mi |
| Clark Mountain | Cornish | — | 1.9 mi |
| Sawyer Mountain | Limerick | — | 1.9 mi |
| Pease Mountain | Cornish | — | 2.2 mi |
| Philpot Mountain | Limerick | — | 2.3 mi |
| Bald Head | Limerick | — | 2.3 mi |
| Hoyt Mountain | Limerick | — | 2.5 mi |
| Towle Mountain | Limerick | — | 2.6 mi |
| Day Hill | Cornish | — | 2.6 mi |
Features on the USGS Limerick Quadrangle
The Limerick 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 16 catalogued natural features alongside Clark Mountain. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Watson Mountain | Summits | York County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Haley Pond | Lakes | York County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Sawyer Mountain | Summits | York County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Sokokis Lake | Reservoirs | York County, ME | 2 mi |
| Pickerel Pond | Lakes | York County, ME | 2 mi |
| Philpot Mountain | Summits | York County, ME | 2.3 mi |
| Bald Head | Summits | York County, ME | 2.3 mi |
| Hoyt Mountain | Summits | York County, ME | 2.5 mi |
| Towle Mountain | Summits | York County, ME | 2.6 mi |
| Cannon Hill | Summits | York County, ME | 2.6 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
A 80-minute drive along back roads separates the front door of Chapman Inn from Clark Mountain — 46.7 miles south as the crow flies, on compass bearing S.
Best time to visit
Accessible May through November in most years. At this latitude (43.729°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 46.7 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Clark Mountain track the nearby Watson Mountain summit (0.8 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Clark Mountain
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Watson Mountain | Summits | York County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Haley Pond | Lakes | York County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Hosac Mountain | Summits | York County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Clark Mountain | Summits | York County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Sawyer Mountain | Summits | York County, ME | 1.9 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Clark Mountain located?
Clark Mountain is in York County, Maine, approximately 46.7 miles south of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Limerick topographic quadrangle.
How far is Clark Mountain from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 80 minutes, 46.7 miles south (bearing S) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Clark Mountain?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Clark Mountain as a summit, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 564040 on the Limerick quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Clark Mountain?
Accessible May through November in most years.
How many other summits are in York County, Maine?
GNIS lists 24 other summits in York County, Maine.
Wikidata: Q33137835.