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Bear Brook — Streams 41.8 Miles SE of Chapman Inn
Cumberland County, Maine · USGS Gray Quadrangle · GNIS 561815
Within Cumberland County, Maine, on the USGS Gray quadrangle, the stream known as Bear Brook sits 41.8 miles southeast of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “river in Cumberland County, Maine, United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Cumberland County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Bear Brook as a stream on the Gray topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/005), under Feature ID 561815. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Bear Brook sits at 43.93230° N, 70.26089° W (DMS 43°55′56″ N, 70°15′39″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 43.94535° N, 70.23727° W (DMS 43°56′43″ N, 70°14′14″ W) — useful for anglers and paddlers tracing the upstream end.
Other streams in Cumberland County, Maine
Cumberland County, ME contains 110 streams catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Bear Brook itself. The ones closest to Bear Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stevens Brook | Gray | 1.7 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Gray | 1.8 mi |
| Collyer Brook | Gray | 2.9 mi |
| Eddy Brook | Gray | 3 mi |
| Mill Brook | Gray | 3 mi |
| Talking Brook | North Pownal | 3.1 mi |
| Libby Brook | Gray | 4.1 mi |
| Hatchery Brook | Gray | 4.3 mi |
| Cole Brook | Gray | 4.3 mi |
| Thoits Branch | North Pownal | 4.3 mi |
Features on the USGS Gray Quadrangle
The Gray 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 25 catalogued natural features alongside Bear Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stevens Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Gloucester Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Brandy Bog | Swamps | Cumberland County, ME | 2.9 mi |
| Collyer Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 2.9 mi |
| Eddy Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 3 mi |
| Mill Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 3 mi |
| Libby Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 4.1 mi |
| Hatchery Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 4.3 mi |
| Cole Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 4.3 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SE out of Bethel for 41.8 miles (southeast) and you reach Bear Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 72 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (43.932°), 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 Bear Brook track the nearby Pisgah Hill summit (1.7 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Bear Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pisgah Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Stevens Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Gloucester Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Brandy Bog | Swamps | Cumberland County, ME | 2.9 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Bear Brook located?
Bear Brook is in Cumberland County, Maine, approximately 41.8 miles southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Gray topographic quadrangle.
How far is Bear Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 72 minutes, 41.8 miles southeast (bearing SE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Bear Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Bear Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 561815 on the Gray quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Bear Brook?
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible.
How many other streams are in Cumberland County, Maine?
GNIS lists 109 other streams in Cumberland County, Maine.
Wikidata: Q34654822.