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Mount Tom — Summits 35.2 Miles WSW of Chapman Inn
Grafton County, New Hampshire · USGS Crawford Notch Quadrangle · GNIS 872824
At 4,051 feet of elevation, Mount Tom rises above Grafton County, New Hampshire as a named summit on the USGS Crawford Notch topographic quadrangle — about 35.2 miles west-southwest of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine.
Wikidata short description: “mountain in New Hampshire, United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 872824, Mount Tom is recorded as a summit on the USGS Crawford Notch quadrangle in Grafton County, New Hampshire (FIPS 33/009). Last revised by the Board on Geographic Names on 11/13/2020.
Coordinates & physical setting
Mount Tom sits at 44.21052° N, 71.44606° W (DMS 44°12′38″ N, 71°26′46″ W).
Dimensions & elevation
- Summit elevation 4,051 ft / 1,235 m — a serious high-elevation objective.
Other summits in Grafton County, New Hampshire
Grafton County, NH contains 93 summits catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Mount Tom itself. The ones closest to Mount Tom:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Elevation | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Avalon | Crawford Notch | 3,442 ft | 0.9 mi |
| Mount Field | Crawford Notch | 4,327 ft | 1.2 mi |
| Mount Echo | Crawford Notch | — | 1.4 mi |
| Mount Stickney | Crawford Notch | — | 1.9 mi |
| Mount Willey | Crawford Notch | 4,255 ft | 2.2 mi |
| Whitewall Mount | Crawford Notch | — | 2.3 mi |
| Mount Rosebrook | Crawford Notch | — | 2.6 mi |
| Mount Oscar | Mount Dartmouth | — | 3.3 mi |
| Mount Hale | South Twin Mountain | 4,049 ft | 3.4 mi |
| South Sugarloaf | South Twin Mountain | — | 3.7 mi |
Features on the USGS Crawford Notch Quadrangle
The Crawford Notch 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 41 catalogued natural features alongside Mount Tom. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rosebrook Mountains | Ridges | Grafton County, NH | 0.6 mi |
| Mount Avalon | Summits | Grafton County, NH | 0.9 mi |
| Mount Field | Summits | Grafton County, NH | 1.2 mi |
| Mount Echo | Summits | Grafton County, NH | 1.4 mi |
| Mount Field Brook | Streams | Grafton County, NH | 1.5 mi |
| Ammonoosuc Lake | Lakes | Coos County, NH | 1.6 mi |
| Mount Willard | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 1.7 mi |
| Gibbs Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 1.7 mi |
| Saco Lake | Lakes | Coos County, NH | 1.9 mi |
| Elephant Head Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 1.9 mi |
Ranking & rarity
- Mount Tom is #8 of 17 summits with recorded elevation in Grafton County, New Hampshire.
- Among the 1280 summits catalogued within 80 km of Chapman Inn, Mount Tom ranks #777 by proximity to the Inn (closer than 39%).
Historical record
Also known as: Mt. Tom.
Mount Tom is a mountain located in Grafton County, New Hampshire, about 1.5 miles (2.4 km) southwest of the height of land of Crawford Notch. Read the full Wikipedia entry →
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
A 60-minute drive along back roads separates the front door of Chapman Inn from Mount Tom — 35.2 miles west-southwest as the crow flies, on compass bearing WSW.
Best time to visit
Late June through early October, when the summit is reliably snow-free. At this latitude (44.211°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 35.2 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Mount Tom track the nearby Rosebrook Mountains ridge (0.6 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Mount Tom
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rosebrook Mountains | Ridges | Grafton County, NH | 0.6 mi |
| Mount Avalon | Summits | Grafton County, NH | 0.9 mi |
| Mount Field | Summits | Grafton County, NH | 1.2 mi |
| Mount Echo | Summits | Grafton County, NH | 1.4 mi |
| Mount Field Brook | Streams | Grafton County, NH | 1.5 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Mount Tom located?
Mount Tom is in Grafton County, New Hampshire, approximately 35.2 miles west-southwest of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Crawford Notch topographic quadrangle.
How far is Mount Tom from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 60 minutes, 35.2 miles west-southwest (bearing WSW) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Mount Tom?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Mount Tom as a summit, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 872824 on the Crawford Notch quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Mount Tom?
Late June through early October, when the summit is reliably snow-free.
How tall is Mount Tom?
Mount Tom rises to 4,051 feet (1,235 metres) above sea level.
What other names has Mount Tom been known by?
Alternate or historical names on record: Mt. Tom.
How many other summits are in Grafton County, New Hampshire?
GNIS lists 92 other summits in Grafton County, New Hampshire.
Wikidata: Q6924141.