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Mount Cutler — Summits 36.8 Miles S of Chapman Inn
Oxford County, Maine · USGS Cornish Quadrangle · GNIS 564713
Within Oxford County, Maine, on the USGS Cornish quadrangle, the summit known as Mount Cutler sits 36.8 miles south of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “mountain in United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Oxford County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Mount Cutler as a summit on the Cornish topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/017), under Feature ID 564713. Last revised by the Board on Geographic Names on 09/07/2022.
Coordinates & physical setting
Mount Cutler sits at 43.87284° N, 70.82408° W (DMS 43°52′22″ N, 70°49′27″ W).
Other summits in Oxford County, Maine
Oxford County, ME contains 438 summits catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Mount Cutler itself. The ones closest to Mount Cutler:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Elevation | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Robbins Hill | Cornish | — | 1.2 mi |
| Smalls Mountain | Cornish | — | 1.6 mi |
| Bill Merrill Mountain | Cornish | — | 2 mi |
| Gould Mountain | Cornish | — | 2.3 mi |
| Peaked Mountain | Cornish | — | 2.4 mi |
| Tear Cap | Hiram | — | 2.9 mi |
| Kezar Hill | Hiram | — | 3.8 mi |
| Oak Hill | Hiram | — | 4.2 mi |
| Fork Hill | Kezar Falls | — | 4.9 mi |
| Stone Mountain | Brownfield | — | 5 mi |
Features on the USGS Cornish Quadrangle
The Cornish 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 31 catalogued natural features alongside Mount Cutler. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Robbins Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Smalls Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Ingalls Pond | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Saco River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Great Falls | Waterfalls | Oxford County, ME | 2 mi |
| Bill Merrill Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2 mi |
| Gould Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.3 mi |
| Peaked Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.4 mi |
| Flints Mountain | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 2.8 mi |
| Breakneck Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 3.3 mi |
Historical record
Also known as: Mt. Cutler.
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing S out of Bethel for 36.8 miles (south) and you reach Mount Cutler; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 63 minutes.
Best time to visit
Accessible May through November in most years. At this latitude (43.873°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 36.8 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Mount Cutler track the nearby Hancock Brook stream (1.1 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Mount Cutler
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hancock Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Robbins Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Bryant Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Smalls Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Ingalls Pond | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 1.8 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Mount Cutler located?
Mount Cutler is in Oxford County, Maine, approximately 36.8 miles south of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Cornish topographic quadrangle.
How far is Mount Cutler from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 63 minutes, 36.8 miles south (bearing S) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Mount Cutler?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Mount Cutler as a summit, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 564713 on the Cornish quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Mount Cutler?
Accessible May through November in most years.
What other names has Mount Cutler been known by?
Alternate or historical names on record: Mt. Cutler.
How many other summits are in Oxford County, Maine?
GNIS lists 437 other summits in Oxford County, Maine.
Wikidata: Q33141423.