Larcom Mountain — Summits 49.1 Miles SSW of Chapman Inn
Carroll County, New Hampshire · USGS Tamworth Quadrangle · GNIS 867950
Within Carroll County, New Hampshire, on the USGS Tamworth quadrangle, the summit known as Larcom Mountain sits 49.1 miles south-southwest of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Carroll County, New Hampshire, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Larcom Mountain as a summit on the Tamworth topographic quadrangle (FIPS 33/003), under Feature ID 867950. Last revised by the Board on Geographic Names on 11/15/2023.
Coordinates & physical setting
Larcom Mountain sits at 43.80534° N, 71.32065° W (DMS 43°48′19″ N, 71°19′14″ W).
Other summits in Carroll County, New Hampshire
Carroll County, NH contains 127 summits catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Larcom Mountain itself. The ones closest to Larcom Mountain:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Elevation | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Larcom Mountain | Tamworth | — | 0.5 mi |
| Heckel Hill | Tamworth | — | 2.5 mi |
| Bald Mountain | Tamworth | — | 2.7 mi |
| Bunker Hill | Tamworth | — | 3 mi |
| Mount Whittier | Tamworth | — | 3.1 mi |
| Cleveland Hill | Tamworth | — | 3.4 mi |
| Bayle Mountain | Tamworth | — | 3.7 mi |
| Oak Mountain | Ossipee Lake | — | 4.7 mi |
| Brown Hill | Tamworth | — | 4.9 mi |
| Bean Mountain | Ossipee Lake | — | 5 mi |
Features on the USGS Tamworth Quadrangle
The Tamworth 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 30 catalogued natural features alongside Larcom Mountain. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Larcom Mountain | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 0.5 mi |
| Beaver Pond | Lakes | Carroll County, NH | 1 mi |
| Hobb Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 1.1 mi |
| Lord Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 1.1 mi |
| Back Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 1.2 mi |
| Cold Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 1.7 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 1.8 mi |
| Cold River | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 1.9 mi |
| Jackman Pond | Lakes | Carroll County, NH | 2.2 mi |
| Atwood Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 2.4 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SSW out of Bethel for 49.1 miles (south-southwest) and you reach Larcom Mountain; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 84 minutes.
Best time to visit
Accessible May through November in most years. At this latitude (43.805°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 49.1 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Larcom Mountain track the nearby Little Larcom Mountain summit (0.5 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Larcom Mountain
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Larcom Mountain | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 0.5 mi |
| Beaver Pond | Lakes | Carroll County, NH | 1 mi |
| Hobb Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 1.1 mi |
| Lord Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 1.1 mi |
| Back Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 1.2 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Larcom Mountain located?
Larcom Mountain is in Carroll County, New Hampshire, approximately 49.1 miles south-southwest of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Tamworth topographic quadrangle.
How far is Larcom Mountain from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 84 minutes, 49.1 miles south-southwest (bearing SSW) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Larcom Mountain?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Larcom Mountain as a summit, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 867950 on the Tamworth quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Larcom Mountain?
Accessible May through November in most years.
How many other summits are in Carroll County, New Hampshire?
GNIS lists 126 other summits in Carroll County, New Hampshire.