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Mount David — Summits 35.3 Miles SE of Chapman Inn
Androscoggin County, Maine · USGS Lewiston Quadrangle · GNIS 564789
35.3 miles southeast of Chapman Inn, on the USGS Lewiston topographic quadrangle, Mount David is a summit recorded in Androscoggin County, Maine by the federal Geographic Names Information System.
Wikidata short description: “mountain in United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
The USGS Lewiston 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle places Mount David in Androscoggin County, Maine (FIPS 23/001), classified as a summit in the federal GNIS (Feature ID 564789). Last revised by the Board on Geographic Names on 07/02/2022.
Coordinates & physical setting
Mount David sits at 44.10695° N, 70.20851° W (DMS 44°06′25″ N, 70°12′31″ W).
Other summits in Androscoggin County, Maine
Androscoggin County, ME contains 71 summits catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Mount David itself. The ones closest to Mount David:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Elevation | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laurel Hill | Lewiston | — | 1.4 mi |
| Apple Sass Hill | Lewiston | — | 1.8 mi |
| Thorncrag Hill | Lewiston | — | 1.8 mi |
| Merrill Hill | Lewiston | — | 2.1 mi |
| Pride Hill | Minot | — | 2.8 mi |
| Mount Giles | Lake Auburn East | — | 3.3 mi |
| Hedgehog Hill | Lewiston | — | 4.2 mi |
| Mount Apatite | Minot | — | 4.5 mi |
| Robinson Mountain | Lewiston | — | 4.7 mi |
| Butler Hill | Minot | — | 5.1 mi |
Features on the USGS Lewiston Quadrangle
The Lewiston 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 26 catalogued natural features alongside Mount David. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Andrews | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Jepson Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Boxer Island | Islands | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Androscoggin River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Fox Island | Islands | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Great Falls | Waterfalls | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Androscoggin River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Little Androscoggin River | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Laurel Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Montello Heights Reservoir | Reservoirs | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.5 mi |
Historical record
Also known as: Mt. David, Mount David (Maine).
Mount David is a rocky summit in Lewiston, Maine, on the campus of Bates College. It is one of the highest points in Lewiston at 381 feet and offers views of the White Mountains including Mount Washington on a clear day. More on Wikipedia →
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Chapman Inn sits 35.3 miles southeast (bearing SE) of Mount David. At moderate back-road speeds the drive runs about 61 minutes — comfortably inside a half-day outing window after breakfast.
Best time to visit
Accessible May through November in most years. At this latitude (44.107°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 35.3 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Mount David track the nearby Lake Andrews (0.3 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Mount David
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Andrews | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Jepson Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Boxer Island | Islands | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Androscoggin River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Fox Island | Islands | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.8 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Mount David located?
Mount David is in Androscoggin County, Maine, approximately 35.3 miles southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Lewiston topographic quadrangle.
How far is Mount David from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 61 minutes, 35.3 miles southeast (bearing SE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Mount David?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Mount David as a summit, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 564789 on the Lewiston quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Mount David?
Accessible May through November in most years.
What other names has Mount David been known by?
Alternate or historical names on record: Mt. David, Mount David (Maine).
How many other summits are in Androscoggin County, Maine?
GNIS lists 70 other summits in Androscoggin County, Maine.
Wikidata: Q33141425.