Oak Hill — Summits 41.8 Miles ESE of Chapman Inn
Androscoggin County, Maine · USGS Monmouth Quadrangle · GNIS 572579
Within Androscoggin County, Maine, on the USGS Monmouth quadrangle, the summit known as Oak Hill sits 41.8 miles east-southeast of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “mountain in Kennebec County, Maine, United States of America (GNIS ID = 572578)”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Androscoggin County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Oak Hill as a summit on the Monmouth topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/001), under Feature ID 572579. Last revised by the Board on Geographic Names on 07/23/2022.
Coordinates & physical setting
Oak Hill sits at 44.14597° N, 70.02637° W (DMS 44°08′45″ N, 70°01′35″ W).
Other summits in Androscoggin County, Maine
Androscoggin County, ME contains 71 summits catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Oak Hill itself. The ones closest to Oak Hill:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Elevation | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hodgman Hill | Monmouth | — | 0.7 mi |
| Mann Hill | Lisbon Falls North | — | 1.7 mi |
| Sabattus Mountain | Monmouth | — | 2.6 mi |
| Hedgehog Hill | Lewiston | — | 5.3 mi |
| Little Sabattus Mountain | Monmouth | — | 6.6 mi |
| Robinson Mountain | Lewiston | — | 7.4 mi |
| Thorncrag Hill | Lewiston | — | 7.6 mi |
| Merrill Hill | Lake Auburn East | — | 8 mi |
| Whites Hill | Lisbon Falls North | — | 8.8 mi |
| Clark Mountain | Lake Auburn East | — | 9 mi |
Features on the USGS Monmouth Quadrangle
The Monmouth 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 21 catalogued natural features alongside Oak Hill. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Hill | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 0 mi |
| Hodgman Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Danforth Hill | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 1 mi |
| Maxwell Swamp | Swamps | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Sabattus Mountain | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 2.6 mi |
| Monmouth Ridge | Ridges | Kennebec County, ME | 3 mi |
| Thompson Hill | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 3.4 mi |
| Marr Point | Capes | Androscoggin County, ME | 3.5 mi |
| Custer Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 3.6 mi |
| Dead River | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 3.7 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing ESE out of Bethel for 41.8 miles (east-southeast) and you reach Oak Hill; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 72 minutes.
Best time to visit
Accessible May through November in most years. At this latitude (44.146°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 41.8 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Oak Hill track the nearby Oak Hill summit (essentially adjacent) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Oak Hill
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Hill | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 0 mi |
| Hodgman Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Danforth Hill | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 1 mi |
| Maxwell Swamp | Swamps | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Jimmy Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 1.6 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Oak Hill located?
Oak Hill is in Androscoggin County, Maine, approximately 41.8 miles east-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Monmouth topographic quadrangle.
How far is Oak Hill from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 72 minutes, 41.8 miles east-southeast (bearing ESE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Oak Hill?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Oak Hill as a summit, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 572579 on the Monmouth quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Oak Hill?
Accessible May through November in most years.
How many other summits are in Androscoggin County, Maine?
GNIS lists 70 other summits in Androscoggin County, Maine.
Wikidata: Q33142174.