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Fairview Hill — Summits 31.8 Miles E of Chapman Inn
Androscoggin County, Maine · USGS Turner Center Quadrangle · GNIS 566012
Within Androscoggin County, Maine, on the USGS Turner Center quadrangle, the summit known as Fairview Hill sits 31.8 miles east of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Androscoggin County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Fairview Hill as a summit on the Turner Center topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/001), under Feature ID 566012. Last revised by the Board on Geographic Names on 08/09/2022.
Coordinates & physical setting
Fairview Hill sits at 44.31616° N, 70.15689° W (DMS 44°18′58″ N, 70°09′25″ W).
Other summits in Androscoggin County, Maine
Androscoggin County, ME contains 71 summits catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Fairview Hill itself. The ones closest to Fairview Hill:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Elevation | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sand Hill | Turner Center | — | 1.1 mi |
| Monument Hill | Turner Center | — | 1.2 mi |
| Hedgehog Hill | Wayne | — | 2.3 mi |
| Merrill Hill | Turner Center | — | 2.8 mi |
| Bishop Hill | Wayne | — | 4 mi |
| Quaker Hill | Turner Center | — | 4.1 mi |
| Torry Hill | Turner Center | — | 4.4 mi |
| Butter Hill | Turner Center | — | 5.1 mi |
| General Turner Hill | Buckfield | — | 5.5 mi |
| Clark Mountain | Lake Auburn East | — | 6.8 mi |
Features on the USGS Turner Center Quadrangle
The Turner Center 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 21 catalogued natural features alongside Fairview Hill. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sand Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Monument Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Little Ram Island | Islands | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Ram Island | Islands | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Nezinscot River | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 2.3 mi |
| Allen Stream | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 2.4 mi |
| Dead River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Androscoggin County, ME | 2.4 mi |
| Griswold Island | Islands | Androscoggin County, ME | 2.8 mi |
| Merrill Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 2.8 mi |
| Lovewell Island | Islands | Androscoggin County, ME | 2.8 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing E out of Bethel for 31.8 miles (east) and you reach Fairview Hill; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 55 minutes.
Best time to visit
Accessible May through November in most years. At this latitude (44.316°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 31.8 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Fairview Hill track the nearby Sand Hill summit (1.1 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Fairview Hill
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sand Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Monument Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Little Ram Island | Islands | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Ram Island | Islands | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Nezinscot River | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 2.3 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Fairview Hill located?
Fairview Hill is in Androscoggin County, Maine, approximately 31.8 miles east of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Turner Center topographic quadrangle.
How far is Fairview Hill from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 55 minutes, 31.8 miles east (bearing E) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Fairview Hill?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Fairview Hill as a summit, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 566012 on the Turner Center quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Fairview Hill?
Accessible May through November in most years.
How many other summits are in Androscoggin County, Maine?
GNIS lists 70 other summits in Androscoggin County, Maine.