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Chute River — Other Natural Features 31.6 Miles SSE of Chapman Inn
Cumberland County, Maine · USGS Naples Quadrangle · GNIS 1912304
Within Cumberland County, Maine, on the USGS Naples quadrangle, the natural feature known as Chute River sits 31.6 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “river in the United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Cumberland County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Chute River as a natural feature on the Naples topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/005), under Feature ID 1912304. Catalogued in GNIS since 05/08/2001.
Coordinates & physical setting
Chute River sits at 43.96813° N, 70.59950° W (DMS 43°58′05″ N, 70°35′58″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 0.00000° N, 0.00000° W — useful for anglers and paddlers tracing the upstream end.
Other other natural features in Cumberland County, Maine
Cumberland County, ME contains 7 other natural features catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Chute River itself. The ones closest to Chute River:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Jugtown Plain | Casco | 3.9 mi |
| Molly Gut | Casco | 4 mi |
| The Notch | Sebago Lake | 9.4 mi |
| Lower Narrows | North Windham | 11.4 mi |
| Eel Weir Canal | North Windham | 12.4 mi |
| Desert of Maine | Yarmouth | 23.3 mi |
Features on the USGS Naples Quadrangle
The Naples 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 65 catalogued natural features alongside Chute River. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birch Point | Capes | Cumberland County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Brandy Pond | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 1 mi |
| Jackson Cove | Bays | Cumberland County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Arrowhead Point | Capes | Cumberland County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Breezy Point | Capes | Cumberland County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Mill Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Bartlett Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Trickey Pond | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 2 mi |
| Keoka Point | Capes | Cumberland County, ME | 2 mi |
| Sebago Cove | Bays | Cumberland County, ME | 2.4 mi |
Historical record
Long Lake is a twelve-mile (19 km) lake between the towns of Naples, Maine, Bridgton, Maine and Harrison, Maine. It is connected to Brandy Pond through the Chute River. Long Lake was created by receding glaciers, and has many coves and rocks. Read the full Wikipedia entry →
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SSE out of Bethel for 31.6 miles (south-southeast) and you reach Chute River; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 54 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (43.968°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 31.6 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Chute River track the nearby Birch Point cape (0.9 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Chute River
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birch Point | Capes | Cumberland County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Brandy Pond | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 1 mi |
| Jackson Cove | Bays | Cumberland County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Arrowhead Point | Capes | Cumberland County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Breezy Point | Capes | Cumberland County, ME | 1.7 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Chute River located?
Chute River is in Cumberland County, Maine, approximately 31.6 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Naples topographic quadrangle.
How far is Chute River from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 54 minutes, 31.6 miles south-southeast (bearing SSE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Chute River?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Chute River as a natural feature, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 1912304 on the Naples quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Chute River?
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible.
How many other other natural features are in Cumberland County, Maine?
GNIS lists 6 other other natural features in Cumberland County, Maine.
Wikidata: Q5118371.