Mount Hunger — Summits 40.5 Miles SSE of Chapman Inn
Cumberland County, Maine · USGS Raymond Quadrangle · GNIS 568453
Catalogued on the USGS Raymond quadrangle in Cumberland County, Maine, Mount Hunger — a summit — lies 40.5 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “mountain in Cumberland County, Maine, United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 568453, Mount Hunger is recorded as a summit on the USGS Raymond quadrangle in Cumberland County, Maine (FIPS 23/005). Last revised by the Board on Geographic Names on 07/23/2022.
Coordinates & physical setting
Mount Hunger sits at 43.87615° N, 70.43712° W (DMS 43°52′34″ N, 70°26′14″ W).
Other summits in Cumberland County, Maine
Cumberland County, ME contains 108 summits catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Mount Hunger itself. The ones closest to Mount Hunger:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Elevation | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Freeman Hill | North Windham | — | 1.9 mi |
| Boody Hill | North Windham | — | 2 mi |
| Adams Hill | Raymond | — | 2.3 mi |
| Knight Hill | North Windham | — | 2.8 mi |
| Tarkiln Hill | Raymond | — | 3.1 mi |
| Brown Hill | Raymond | — | 3.7 mi |
| Libby Hill | Gray | — | 4.2 mi |
| Rollins Hill | North Windham | — | 4.3 mi |
| Varney Hill | Cumberland Center | — | 4.3 mi |
| Whites Hill | North Windham | — | 4.4 mi |
Features on the USGS Raymond Quadrangle
The Raymond 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 55 catalogued natural features alongside Mount Hunger. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Treasure Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Martin Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 1 mi |
| Crow Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Bean Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Upper Bay | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Little Sebago Lake | Reservoirs | Cumberland County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Lyon Point | Capes | Cumberland County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Hyde Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Spider Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Panther Run | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.8 mi |
Historical record
Also known as: Mt. Hunger.
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
A 69-minute drive along back roads separates the front door of Chapman Inn from Mount Hunger — 40.5 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 (43.876°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 40.5 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Mount Hunger track the nearby Treasure Island (0.9 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Mount Hunger
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Treasure Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Bass Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 1 mi |
| Martin Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 1 mi |
| Crow Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Horse Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 1.1 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Mount Hunger located?
Mount Hunger is in Cumberland County, Maine, approximately 40.5 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Raymond topographic quadrangle.
How far is Mount Hunger from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 69 minutes, 40.5 miles south-southeast (bearing SSE) 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 568453 on the Raymond 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 Cumberland County, Maine?
GNIS lists 107 other summits in Cumberland County, Maine.
Wikidata: Q33141504.