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Mount Mica — Summits 18.0 Miles ESE of Chapman Inn
Oxford County, Maine · USGS West Sumner Quadrangle · GNIS 571198
Catalogued on the USGS West Sumner quadrangle in Oxford County, Maine, Mount Mica — a summit — lies 18.0 miles east-southeast of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “mountain in United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 571198, Mount Mica is recorded as a summit on the USGS West Sumner quadrangle in Oxford County, Maine (FIPS 23/017). Last revised by the Board on Geographic Names on 08/06/2022.
Coordinates & physical setting
Mount Mica sits at 44.27028° N, 70.47617° W (DMS 44°16′13″ N, 70°28′34″ W).
Other summits in Oxford County, Maine
Oxford County, ME contains 438 summits catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Mount Mica itself. The ones closest to Mount Mica:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Elevation | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crocker Hill | West Sumner | — | 0.8 mi |
| Paris Hill | West Sumner | — | 1 mi |
| Hedgehog Hill | West Sumner | — | 1.5 mi |
| Ryerson Hill | West Sumner | — | 1.6 mi |
| Oak Hill | West Sumner | — | 2 mi |
| Turner Hill | West Sumner | — | 2.1 mi |
| Streaked Mountain | Oxford | — | 3 mi |
| Durrell Hill | Oxford | — | 3.2 mi |
| Hammond Ledge | West Sumner | — | 3.3 mi |
| Singepole Mountain | Oxford | — | 3.4 mi |
Features on the USGS West Sumner Quadrangle
The West Sumner 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 27 catalogued natural features alongside Mount Mica. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crocker Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Paris Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1 mi |
| Hedgehog Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Ryerson Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Oak Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2 mi |
| Turner Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Hammond Ledge | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 3.3 mi |
| The Pinnacle | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 3.9 mi |
| Basin Falls | Waterfalls | Oxford County, ME | 4 mi |
| Warren Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 4.3 mi |
Historical record
Also known as: Mt. Mica.
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
A 31-minute drive along back roads separates the front door of Chapman Inn from Mount Mica — 18.0 miles east-southeast as the crow flies, on compass bearing ESE.
Best time to visit
Accessible May through November in most years. At this latitude (44.270°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 18.0 miles from the Inn, plan on a comfortable day trip with time for lunch on the road. Conditions at Mount Mica track the nearby Crocker Hill summit (0.8 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Mount Mica
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crocker Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Paris Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1 mi |
| Hedgehog Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Ryerson Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Oak Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Mount Mica located?
Mount Mica is in Oxford County, Maine, approximately 18.0 miles east-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS West Sumner topographic quadrangle.
How far is Mount Mica from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 31 minutes, 18.0 miles east-southeast (bearing ESE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Mount Mica?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Mount Mica as a summit, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 571198 on the West Sumner quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Mount Mica?
Accessible May through November in most years.
What other names has Mount Mica been known by?
Alternate or historical names on record: Mt. Mica.
How many other summits are in Oxford County, Maine?
GNIS lists 437 other summits in Oxford County, Maine.
Wikidata: Q33141549.