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Cascade Brook — Streams 36.8 Miles ENE of Chapman Inn
Franklin County, Maine · USGS Farmington Quadrangle · GNIS 563657
Within Franklin County, Maine, on the USGS Farmington quadrangle, the stream known as Cascade Brook sits 36.8 miles east-northeast of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “river in Franklin County, Maine, United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Franklin County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Cascade Brook as a stream on the Farmington topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/007), under Feature ID 563657. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Cascade Brook sits at 44.64923° N, 70.12617° W (DMS 44°38′57″ N, 70°07′34″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.71450° N, 70.10895° W (DMS 44°42′52″ N, 70°06′32″ W) — useful for anglers and paddlers tracing the upstream end.
Other streams in Franklin County, Maine
Franklin County, ME contains 134 streams catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Cascade Brook itself. The ones closest to Cascade Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Temple Stream | Farmington | 1 mi |
| Beaver Brook | Farmington | 1.5 mi |
| Beales Brook | New Sharon | 1.9 mi |
| Wilson Stream | Farmington Falls | 3.1 mi |
| Little Norridgewock Stream | Farmington Falls | 3.5 mi |
| Barker Stream | Farmington | 3.7 mi |
| McGurdy Stream | Farmington Falls | 4 mi |
| Bragdon Brook | New Sharon | 4.3 mi |
| Goodrich Brook | New Sharon | 4.5 mi |
| Muddy Brook | New Sharon | 4.8 mi |
Features on the USGS Farmington Quadrangle
The Farmington 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 20 catalogued natural features alongside Cascade Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temple Stream | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 1 mi |
| Beaver Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Temple Stream Reservoir | Reservoirs | Franklin County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Powderhouse Hill | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 2.6 mi |
| Titcomb Hill | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 3.2 mi |
| Voter Hill | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 3.5 mi |
| Barker Stream | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 3.7 mi |
| Adams Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 5.4 mi |
| Varnum Pond | Lakes | Franklin County, ME | 5.9 mi |
| Porter Hill | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 6 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing ENE out of Bethel for 36.8 miles (east-northeast) and you reach Cascade Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 63 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. Being this far north (lat 44.649°), first snows typically arrive by mid-October and linger into early May — narrow the window accordingly. At 36.8 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Cascade Brook track the nearby Temple Stream (1.0 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Cascade Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Temple Stream | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 1 mi |
| Beaver Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Beales Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Temple Stream Reservoir | Reservoirs | Franklin County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Powderhouse Hill | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 2.6 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Cascade Brook located?
Cascade Brook is in Franklin County, Maine, approximately 36.8 miles east-northeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Farmington topographic quadrangle.
How far is Cascade Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 63 minutes, 36.8 miles east-northeast (bearing ENE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Cascade Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Cascade Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 563657 on the Farmington quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Cascade Brook?
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible.
How many other streams are in Franklin County, Maine?
GNIS lists 133 other streams in Franklin County, Maine.
Wikidata: Q34696022.