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Ricker Hill — Summits 26.2 Miles ESE of Chapman Inn
Androscoggin County, Maine · USGS Buckfield Quadrangle · GNIS 574189
Catalogued on the USGS Buckfield quadrangle in Androscoggin County, Maine, Ricker Hill — a summit — lies 26.2 miles east-southeast of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “mountain in the United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 574189, Ricker Hill is recorded as a summit on the USGS Buckfield quadrangle in Androscoggin County, Maine (FIPS 23/001). Last revised by the Board on Geographic Names on 08/31/2022.
Coordinates & physical setting
Ricker Hill sits at 44.27794° N, 70.28841° W (DMS 44°16′41″ N, 70°17′18″ W).
Other summits in Androscoggin County, Maine
Androscoggin County, ME contains 71 summits catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Ricker Hill itself. The ones closest to Ricker Hill:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Elevation | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Teague Hill | Buckfield | — | 0.9 mi |
| General Turner Hill | Buckfield | — | 1.7 mi |
| Snell Hill | Lake Auburn West | — | 2.7 mi |
| Gauthier Hill | Lake Auburn West | — | 4.5 mi |
| Merrill Hill | Turner Center | — | 4.5 mi |
| Torry Hill | Turner Center | — | 5.7 mi |
| Poplar Hill | Lake Auburn East | — | 5.9 mi |
| Sand Hill | Turner Center | — | 6.1 mi |
| Butter Hill | Turner Center | — | 6.4 mi |
| Hersey Hill | Lake Auburn West | — | 6.4 mi |
Features on the USGS Buckfield Quadrangle
The Buckfield 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 35 catalogued natural features alongside Ricker Hill. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jersey Bog | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Teague Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Pickerel Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Crystal Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 1 mi |
| Drew Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Lively Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Blanchard Stream | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| General Turner Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Bog Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Martin Stream | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.9 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
A 45-minute drive along back roads separates the front door of Chapman Inn from Ricker Hill — 26.2 miles east-southeast as the crow flies, on compass bearing ESE.
Best time to visit
Accessible May through November in most years. At this latitude (44.278°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 26.2 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Ricker Hill track the nearby Jersey Bog lake (0.5 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Ricker Hill
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jersey Bog | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Teague Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Pickerel Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Crystal Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 1 mi |
| Drew Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.4 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Ricker Hill located?
Ricker Hill is in Androscoggin County, Maine, approximately 26.2 miles east-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Buckfield topographic quadrangle.
How far is Ricker Hill from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 45 minutes, 26.2 miles east-southeast (bearing ESE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Ricker Hill?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Ricker Hill as a summit, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 574189 on the Buckfield quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Ricker 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: Q33145350.