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Mount Winnebago — Summits 36.4 Miles E of Chapman Inn
Kennebec County, Maine · USGS Fayette Quadrangle · GNIS 2749496
Within Kennebec County, Maine, on the USGS Fayette quadrangle, the summit known as Mount Winnebago sits 36.4 miles east of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “mountain in United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Kennebec County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Mount Winnebago as a summit on the Fayette topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/011), under Feature ID 2749496. Last revised by the Board on Geographic Names on 08/29/2022.
Coordinates & physical setting
Mount Winnebago sits at 44.41492° N, 70.05091° W (DMS 44°24′54″ N, 70°03′03″ W).
Other summits in Kennebec County, Maine
Kennebec County, ME contains 46 summits catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Mount Winnebago itself. The ones closest to Mount Winnebago:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Elevation | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Hill | Fayette | — | 1 mi |
| Baldwin Hill | Fayette | — | 1.7 mi |
| Manter Hill | Fayette | — | 2.4 mi |
| Pine Hill | Fayette | — | 2.8 mi |
| Bowen Hill | Readfield | — | 5 mi |
| Morrison Heights | Wayne | — | 6.2 mi |
| Hornbeam Mountain | Readfield | — | 6.5 mi |
| McGaffey Mountain | Belgrade Lakes | — | 9.1 mi |
| Monks Hill | Winthrop | — | 9.1 mi |
| Ward Hill | Wayne | — | 9.3 mi |
Features on the USGS Fayette Quadrangle
The Fayette 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 29 catalogued natural features alongside Mount Winnebago. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Hill | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 1 mi |
| Hales Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Echo Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Turtle Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Baldwin Hill | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Lovejoy Pond | Reservoirs | Kennebec County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Manter Hill | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 2.4 mi |
| Pine Hill | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 2.8 mi |
| Cranberry Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 2.8 mi |
| Basin Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 2.9 mi |
Historical record
Also known as: Mt. Winnebago.
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing E out of Bethel for 36.4 miles (east) and you reach Mount Winnebago; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 62 minutes.
Best time to visit
Accessible May through November in most years. At this latitude (44.415°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 36.4 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Mount Winnebago track the nearby Oak Hill summit (1.0 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Mount Winnebago
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Hill | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 1 mi |
| Hales Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Echo Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Turtle Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Baldwin Hill | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 1.7 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Mount Winnebago located?
Mount Winnebago is in Kennebec County, Maine, approximately 36.4 miles east of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Fayette topographic quadrangle.
How far is Mount Winnebago from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 62 minutes, 36.4 miles east (bearing E) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Mount Winnebago?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Mount Winnebago as a summit, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 2749496 on the Fayette quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Mount Winnebago?
Accessible May through November in most years.
What other names has Mount Winnebago been known by?
Alternate or historical names on record: Mt. Winnebago.
How many other summits are in Kennebec County, Maine?
GNIS lists 45 other summits in Kennebec County, Maine.
Wikidata: Q33141666.