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Johnson Hill — Summits 31.5 Miles SSE of Chapman Inn
Androscoggin County, Maine · USGS Mechanic Falls Quadrangle · GNIS 568927
Catalogued on the USGS Mechanic Falls quadrangle in Androscoggin County, Maine, Johnson Hill — a summit — lies 31.5 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “mountain in Androscoggin County, Maine, United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 568927, Johnson Hill is recorded as a summit on the USGS Mechanic Falls quadrangle in Androscoggin County, Maine (FIPS 23/001). Last revised by the Board on Geographic Names on 07/02/2022.
Coordinates & physical setting
Johnson Hill sits at 44.01689° N, 70.45505° W (DMS 44°01′01″ N, 70°27′18″ W).
Other summits in Androscoggin County, Maine
Androscoggin County, ME contains 71 summits catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Johnson Hill itself. The ones closest to Johnson Hill:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Elevation | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Megquier Hill | Mechanic Falls | — | 1.7 mi |
| Black Cat Mountain | Mechanic Falls | — | 1.8 mi |
| White Oak Hill | Mechanic Falls | — | 2.9 mi |
| Oak Hill | Mechanic Falls | — | 3.4 mi |
| Range Hill | Mechanic Falls | — | 4 mi |
| Shaker Hill | Minot | — | 4.7 mi |
| Ricker Hill | Minot | — | 4.8 mi |
| Raspberry Hill | Mechanic Falls | — | 5.2 mi |
| Pigeon Hill | Mechanic Falls | — | 5.2 mi |
| Bailey Hill | Minot | — | 5.7 mi |
Features on the USGS Mechanic Falls Quadrangle
The Mechanic Falls 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 48 catalogued natural features alongside Johnson Hill. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Heath | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Heath Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 1 mi |
| Parsons Point | Capes | Cumberland County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Pine Point | Capes | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Potash Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Megquier Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Black Cat Mountain | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Turtle Island | Islands | Oxford County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Potash Cove | Bays | Androscoggin County, ME | 2 mi |
| Squirrel Island | Islands | Oxford County, ME | 2.1 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
A 54-minute drive along back roads separates the front door of Chapman Inn from Johnson Hill — 31.5 miles south-southeast as the crow flies, on compass bearing SSE.
Best time to visit
Accessible May through November in most years. At this latitude (44.017°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 31.5 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Johnson Hill track the nearby The Heath lake (0.9 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Johnson Hill
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Heath | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Heath Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 1 mi |
| Parsons Point | Capes | Cumberland County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Pine Point | Capes | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Hog Meadow Pond | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 1.4 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Johnson Hill located?
Johnson Hill is in Androscoggin County, Maine, approximately 31.5 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Mechanic Falls topographic quadrangle.
How far is Johnson Hill from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 54 minutes, 31.5 miles south-southeast (bearing SSE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Johnson Hill?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Johnson Hill as a summit, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 568927 on the Mechanic Falls quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Johnson 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.
Wikidata: Q33140152.