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North Moat Mountain — Summits 32.7 Miles SW of Chapman Inn
Carroll County, New Hampshire · USGS North Conway West Quadrangle · GNIS 872402
At 3,196 feet of elevation, North Moat Mountain rises above Carroll County, New Hampshire as a named summit on the USGS North Conway West topographic quadrangle — about 32.7 miles southwest of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine.
Wikidata short description: “mountain in United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Carroll County, New Hampshire, the U.S. Geological Survey lists North Moat Mountain as a summit on the North Conway West topographic quadrangle (FIPS 33/003), under Feature ID 872402. Last revised by the Board on Geographic Names on 11/24/2020.
Coordinates & physical setting
North Moat Mountain sits at 44.04316° N, 71.21462° W (DMS 44°02′35″ N, 71°12′53″ W).
Dimensions & elevation
- Summit elevation 3,196 ft / 974 m — a challenging elevation for day hikes.
Other summits in Carroll County, New Hampshire
Carroll County, NH contains 127 summits catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting North Moat Mountain itself. The ones closest to North Moat Mountain:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Elevation | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Big Attitash Mountain | North Conway West | — | 0.8 mi |
| Little Attitash Mountain | North Conway West | — | 1.5 mi |
| Middle Moat Mountain | North Conway West | — | 1.6 mi |
| South Moat Mountain | North Conway West | — | 2.1 mi |
| Table Mountain | Bartlett | — | 2.5 mi |
| Spruce Hill | North Conway West | — | 2.6 mi |
| Birch Hill | North Conway West | — | 3.5 mi |
| Mount Stanton | North Conway West | — | 3.8 mi |
| Mount Pickering | North Conway West | — | 4 mi |
| Bear Mountain | Bartlett | — | 4.4 mi |
Features on the USGS North Conway West Quadrangle
The North Conway West 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 32 catalogued natural features alongside North Moat Mountain. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Ridge | Ridges | Carroll County, NH | 0.8 mi |
| Big Attitash Mountain | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 0.8 mi |
| Little Attitash Mountain | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 1.5 mi |
| Middle Moat Mountain | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 1.6 mi |
| Thompson Falls | Waterfalls | Carroll County, NH | 1.8 mi |
| South Moat Mountain | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 2.1 mi |
| White Horse Ledge | Benches | Carroll County, NH | 2.3 mi |
| Deer Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 2.4 mi |
| Spruce Hill | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 2.6 mi |
| Cathedral Ledge | Benches | Carroll County, NH | 2.7 mi |
Ranking & rarity
- North Moat Mountain is #3 of 3 summits with recorded elevation in Carroll County, New Hampshire.
- Among the 1280 summits catalogued within 80 km of Chapman Inn, North Moat Mountain ranks #708 by proximity to the Inn (closer than 45%).
Historical record
North Moat Mountain is a mountain located in Carroll County, New Hampshire. North Moat is flanked to the south by Middle Moat Mountain, and to the west by Big Attitash Mountain. Extended history on Wikipedia →
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SW out of Bethel for 32.7 miles (southwest) and you reach North Moat Mountain; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 56 minutes.
Best time to visit
Late June through early October, when the summit is reliably snow-free. At this latitude (44.043°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 32.7 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at North Moat Mountain track the nearby Red Ridge (0.8 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to North Moat Mountain
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Ridge | Ridges | Carroll County, NH | 0.8 mi |
| Big Attitash Mountain | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 0.8 mi |
| Little Attitash Mountain | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 1.5 mi |
| Middle Moat Mountain | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 1.6 mi |
| Thompson Falls | Waterfalls | Carroll County, NH | 1.8 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is North Moat Mountain located?
North Moat Mountain is in Carroll County, New Hampshire, approximately 32.7 miles southwest of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS North Conway West topographic quadrangle.
How far is North Moat Mountain from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 56 minutes, 32.7 miles southwest (bearing SW) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is North Moat Mountain?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies North Moat Mountain as a summit, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 872402 on the North Conway West quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit North Moat Mountain?
Late June through early October, when the summit is reliably snow-free.
How tall is North Moat Mountain?
North Moat Mountain rises to 3,196 feet (974 metres) above sea level.
How many other summits are in Carroll County, New Hampshire?
GNIS lists 126 other summits in Carroll County, New Hampshire.
Wikidata: Q7056129.