Mount Hunger — Summits 46.8 Miles ENE of Chapman Inn
Somerset County, Maine · USGS Madison West Quadrangle · GNIS 579035
Within Somerset County, Maine, on the USGS Madison West quadrangle, the summit known as Mount Hunger sits 46.8 miles east-northeast of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “mountain in the United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Somerset County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Mount Hunger as a summit on the Madison West topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/025), under Feature ID 579035. Last revised by the Board on Geographic Names on 07/02/2022.
Coordinates & physical setting
Mount Hunger sits at 44.76449° N, 69.98239° W (DMS 44°45′52″ N, 69°58′57″ W).
Other summits in Somerset County, Maine
Somerset County, ME contains 12 summits catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Mount Hunger itself. The ones closest to Mount Hunger:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Elevation | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sterry Hill | Madison West | — | 1.1 mi |
| Pease Hill | Madison West | — | 2 mi |
| Barton Hill | Madison West | — | 3.8 mi |
| Gamape Hill | New Vineyard | — | 4.5 mi |
| Holland Waite Hill | Madison West | — | 4.7 mi |
| Little Beech Hill | Mercer | — | 7.1 mi |
| New Portland Hill | New Portland | — | 8.4 mi |
| Strickland Hill | New Vineyard | — | 8.5 mi |
| Beech Hill | Mercer | — | 8.9 mi |
| Oak Hill | Norridgewock | — | 9 mi |
Features on the USGS Madison West Quadrangle
The Madison West 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 11 catalogued natural features alongside Mount Hunger. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Falls Brook | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Sterry Hill | Summits | Somerset County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Mayhew Bog | Swamps | Somerset County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Cold Pond | Lakes | Somerset County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Pease Hill | Summits | Somerset County, ME | 2 mi |
| Nevens Pond | Lakes | Somerset County, ME | 2.7 mi |
| Hilton Brook | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 3.2 mi |
| Barton Hill | Summits | Somerset County, ME | 3.8 mi |
| Holland Waite Hill | Summits | Somerset County, ME | 4.7 mi |
Historical record
Also known as: Mt. Hunger.
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing ENE out of Bethel for 46.8 miles (east-northeast) and you reach Mount Hunger; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 80 minutes.
Best time to visit
Accessible May through November in most years. At this latitude (44.764°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 46.8 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Mount Hunger track the nearby Falls Brook stream (0.7 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Mount Hunger
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Falls Brook | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Sterry Hill | Summits | Somerset County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Mayhew Bog | Swamps | Somerset County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Cold Pond | Lakes | Somerset County, ME | 1.6 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Mount Hunger located?
Mount Hunger is in Somerset County, Maine, approximately 46.8 miles east-northeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Madison West topographic quadrangle.
How far is Mount Hunger from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 80 minutes, 46.8 miles east-northeast (bearing ENE) 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 579035 on the Madison West 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 Somerset County, Maine?
GNIS lists 11 other summits in Somerset County, Maine.
Wikidata: Q33141509.