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Mount Tom — Summits 16.4 Miles ESE of Chapman Inn
Oxford County, Maine · USGS West Sumner Quadrangle · GNIS 577175
Within Oxford County, Maine, on the USGS West Sumner quadrangle, the summit known as Mount Tom sits 16.4 miles east-southeast of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “mountain in the United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Oxford County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Mount Tom as a summit on the West Sumner topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/017), under Feature ID 577175. Last revised by the Board on Geographic Names on 08/06/2022.
Coordinates & physical setting
Mount Tom sits at 44.33589° N, 70.47173° W (DMS 44°20′09″ N, 70°28′18″ W).
Other summits in Oxford County, Maine
Oxford County, ME contains 438 summits catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Mount Tom itself. The ones closest to Mount Tom:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Elevation | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Pinnacle | West Sumner | — | 1 mi |
| Ryemoor Hill | West Sumner | — | 1.2 mi |
| Damon Hill | West Sumner | — | 1.4 mi |
| Hammond Ledge | West Sumner | — | 1.8 mi |
| Heath Hill | West Sumner | — | 2.6 mi |
| Cushman Hill | West Sumner | — | 2.7 mi |
| Parsonage Hill | West Sumner | — | 2.7 mi |
| Ryerson Hill | West Sumner | — | 3.1 mi |
| Shack Hill | West Sumner | — | 3.1 mi |
| Turner Hill | West Sumner | — | 3.1 mi |
Features on the USGS West Sumner Quadrangle
The West Sumner 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 27 catalogued natural features alongside Mount Tom. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spruce Hills | Ranges | Oxford County, ME | 0 mi |
| The Pinnacle | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1 mi |
| Ryemoor Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Damon Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Hammond Ledge | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Pleasant Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 2.3 mi |
| Heath Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.6 mi |
| Cushman Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.7 mi |
| Parsonage Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.7 mi |
| Ryerson Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 3.1 mi |
Historical record
Also known as: Mt. Tom.
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing ESE out of Bethel for 16.4 miles (east-southeast) and you reach Mount Tom; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 28 minutes.
Best time to visit
Accessible May through November in most years. At this latitude (44.336°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 16.4 miles from the Inn, plan on a comfortable day trip with time for lunch on the road. Conditions at Mount Tom track the nearby Spruce Hills mountain range (essentially adjacent) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Mount Tom
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spruce Hills | Ranges | Oxford County, ME | 0 mi |
| The Pinnacle | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1 mi |
| Ryemoor Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Damon Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Hammond Ledge | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.8 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Mount Tom located?
Mount Tom is in Oxford County, Maine, approximately 16.4 miles east-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS West Sumner topographic quadrangle.
How far is Mount Tom from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 28 minutes, 16.4 miles east-southeast (bearing ESE) 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 577175 on the West Sumner quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Mount Tom?
Accessible May through November in most years.
What other names has Mount Tom been known by?
Alternate or historical names on record: Mt. Tom.
How many other summits are in Oxford County, Maine?
GNIS lists 437 other summits in Oxford County, Maine.
Wikidata: Q33141634.