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Carsley Brook — Streams 23.9 Miles SSE of Chapman Inn
Cumberland County, Maine · USGS Bridgton Quadrangle · GNIS 563627
Within Cumberland County, Maine, on the USGS Bridgton quadrangle, the stream known as Carsley Brook sits 23.9 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Cumberland County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Carsley Brook as a stream on the Bridgton topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/005), under Feature ID 563627. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Carsley Brook sits at 44.07146° N, 70.65784° W (DMS 44°04′17″ N, 70°39′28″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.11111° N, 70.63500° W (DMS 44°06′40″ N, 70°38′06″ 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 Carsley Brook itself. The ones closest to Carsley Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stevens Brook | Bridgton | 1.7 mi |
| Rodgers Brook | Bridgton | 2 mi |
| Smith Brook | Bridgton | 2.7 mi |
| Willett Brook | Bridgton | 2.8 mi |
| Russell Brook | Casco | 2.8 mi |
| Thomes Brook | Bridgton | 3 mi |
| Bear River | Bridgton | 3.1 mi |
| Woodsum Brook | Waterford Flat | 3.9 mi |
| Tingley Brook | North Sebago | 5.4 mi |
| Cold Brook | Casco | 5.6 mi |
Features on the USGS Bridgton Quadrangle
The Bridgton 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 49 catalogued natural features alongside Carsley Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cape Monday | Capes | Cumberland County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Zakelo Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Loon Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Monk Point | Capes | Cumberland County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Bluff Point | Capes | Cumberland County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Little Cove | Bays | Cumberland County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Adams Point | Capes | Cumberland County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Stevens Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Salmon Point | Capes | Cumberland County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Mosquito Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 1.8 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SSE out of Bethel for 23.9 miles (south-southeast) and you reach Carsley Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 41 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.071°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 23.9 miles from the Inn, plan on a comfortable day trip with time for lunch on the road. Conditions at Carsley Brook track the nearby Cape Monday (0.3 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Carsley Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cape Monday | Capes | Cumberland County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Zakelo Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Loon Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Monk Point | Capes | Cumberland County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Bluff Point | Capes | Cumberland County, ME | 1.2 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Carsley Brook located?
Carsley Brook is in Cumberland County, Maine, approximately 23.9 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Bridgton topographic quadrangle.
How far is Carsley Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 41 minutes, 23.9 miles south-southeast (bearing SSE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Carsley Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Carsley Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 563627 on the Bridgton quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Carsley 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.