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Molly Gut — Other Natural Features 28.6 Miles SSE of Chapman Inn
Cumberland County, Maine · USGS Casco Quadrangle · GNIS 571489
Catalogued on the USGS Casco quadrangle in Cumberland County, Maine, Molly Gut — a natural feature — lies 28.6 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 571489, Molly Gut is recorded as a natural feature on the USGS Casco quadrangle in Cumberland County, Maine (FIPS 23/005). Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Molly Gut sits at 44.02146° N, 70.56867° W (DMS 44°01′17″ N, 70°34′07″ W).
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 Molly Gut itself. The ones closest to Molly Gut:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Jugtown Plain | Casco | 0.9 mi |
| Chute River | Naples | 4 mi |
| The Notch | Sebago Lake | 12.4 mi |
| Lower Narrows | North Windham | 13.2 mi |
| Eel Weir Canal | North Windham | 14.9 mi |
| Desert of Maine | Yarmouth | 23.3 mi |
Features on the USGS Casco Quadrangle
The Casco 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 46 catalogued natural features alongside Molly Gut. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cold Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Smith Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Ted Swamp | Swamps | Cumberland County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Jugtown Plain | Other Natural Features | Cumberland County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Burgess Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1 mi |
| Long Meadows | Swamps | Oxford County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Poplar Ridge | Ridges | Oxford County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| College Swamp Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Chaplin Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Eastman Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.8 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
A 49-minute drive along back roads separates the front door of Chapman Inn from Molly Gut — 28.6 miles south-southeast as the crow flies, on compass bearing SSE.
Best time to visit
Generally accessible May through October; winter access depends on snow cover. At this latitude (44.021°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 28.6 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Molly Gut track the nearby Cold Brook stream (0.2 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Molly Gut
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cold Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Smith Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Ted Swamp | Swamps | Cumberland County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Jugtown Plain | Other Natural Features | Cumberland County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Burgess Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Molly Gut located?
Molly Gut is in Cumberland County, Maine, approximately 28.6 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Casco topographic quadrangle.
How far is Molly Gut from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 49 minutes, 28.6 miles south-southeast (bearing SSE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Molly Gut?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Molly Gut as a natural feature, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 571489 on the Casco quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Molly Gut?
Generally accessible May through October; winter access depends on snow cover.
How many other other natural features are in Cumberland County, Maine?
GNIS lists 6 other other natural features in Cumberland County, Maine.