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Mount Hunger — Summits 26.9 Miles SE of Chapman Inn
Androscoggin County, Maine · USGS Oxford Quadrangle · GNIS 568454
Within Androscoggin County, Maine, on the USGS Oxford quadrangle, the summit known as Mount Hunger sits 26.9 miles southeast of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “mountain in United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Androscoggin County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Mount Hunger as a summit on the Oxford topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/001), under Feature ID 568454. Last revised by the Board on Geographic Names on 07/23/2022.
Coordinates & physical setting
Mount Hunger sits at 44.12628° N, 70.40939° W (DMS 44°07′35″ N, 70°24′34″ W).
Other summits in Androscoggin County, Maine
Androscoggin County, ME contains 71 summits catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Mount Hunger itself. The ones closest to Mount Hunger:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Elevation | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hawkes Hill | Oxford | 384 ft | 1.5 mi |
| Pottle Hill | Lake Auburn West | — | 1.9 mi |
| Pigeon Hill | Mechanic Falls | — | 2.7 mi |
| Mount Prospect | Lake Auburn West | — | 3 mi |
| Raspberry Hill | Mechanic Falls | — | 3.5 mi |
| Woodman Hill | Lake Auburn West | — | 3.7 mi |
| Harris Hill | Minot | — | 3.8 mi |
| Hodge Hill | Minot | — | 3.9 mi |
| Bradbury Hill | Lake Auburn West | — | 4.4 mi |
| Goff Ledge | Lake Auburn West | — | 4.5 mi |
Features on the USGS Oxford Quadrangle
The Oxford 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 34 catalogued natural features alongside Mount Hunger. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gardner Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Hawkes Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Jam Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Hawkes Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| West Branch Bog Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Minister Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Robinson Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 2.3 mi |
| Little Androscoggin River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 2.6 mi |
| Middle Branch Bog Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 2.8 mi |
Historical record
Also known as: Mt. Hunger.
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SE out of Bethel for 26.9 miles (southeast) and you reach Mount Hunger; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 46 minutes.
Best time to visit
Accessible May through November in most years. At this latitude (44.126°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 26.9 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Mount Hunger track the nearby Gardner Brook stream (1.1 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Mount Hunger
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gardner Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Little Androscoggin River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Hawkes Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Jam Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Hawkes Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.7 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Mount Hunger located?
Mount Hunger is in Androscoggin County, Maine, approximately 26.9 miles southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Oxford topographic quadrangle.
How far is Mount Hunger from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 46 minutes, 26.9 miles southeast (bearing SE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Mount Hunger?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Mount Hunger as a summit, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 568454 on the Oxford quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Mount Hunger?
Accessible May through November in most years.
What other names has Mount Hunger been known by?
Alternate or historical names on record: Mt. Hunger.
How many other summits are in Androscoggin County, Maine?
GNIS lists 70 other summits in Androscoggin County, Maine.
Wikidata: Q33141501.