Chandler Brook — Streams 47.0 Miles SE of Chapman Inn
Cumberland County, Maine · USGS Yarmouth Quadrangle · GNIS 563815
Catalogued on the USGS Yarmouth quadrangle in Cumberland County, Maine, Chandler Brook — a stream — lies 47.0 miles southeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 563815, Chandler Brook is recorded as a stream on the USGS Yarmouth quadrangle in Cumberland County, Maine (FIPS 23/005). Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Chandler Brook sits at 43.85897° N, 70.22200° W (DMS 43°51′32″ N, 70°13′19″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 43.94424° N, 70.16755° W (DMS 43°56′39″ N, 70°10′03″ 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 Chandler Brook itself. The ones closest to Chandler Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| East Branch Chandler Brook | Yarmouth | 1 mi |
| Toddy Brook | Yarmouth | 1.1 mi |
| Deer Brook | Cumberland Center | 1.8 mi |
| Thoits Branch | North Pownal | 2.5 mi |
| Collyer Brook | Gray | 3.6 mi |
| Collins Brook | North Pownal | 4.2 mi |
| Wiggins Brook | Cumberland Center | 5.3 mi |
| Bear Brook | Gray | 5.4 mi |
| Hobbs Brook | Cumberland Center | 6.3 mi |
| Eddy Brook | Gray | 6.4 mi |
Features on the USGS Yarmouth Quadrangle
The Yarmouth 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 7 catalogued natural features alongside Chandler Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wescutogo Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| East Branch Chandler Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1 mi |
| Toddy Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Trues Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Yarmouth Reservoir | Reservoirs | Cumberland County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Desert of Maine | Other Natural Features | Cumberland County, ME | 3.2 mi |
Historical record
The U.S. Board on Geographic Names recorded a Official (Board Decision) on January 1, 1948 for this name.
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
A 81-minute drive along back roads separates the front door of Chapman Inn from Chandler Brook — 47.0 miles southeast as the crow flies, on compass bearing SE.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (43.859°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 47.0 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Chandler Brook track the nearby Wescutogo Hill summit (0.7 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Chandler Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wescutogo Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| East Branch Chandler Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1 mi |
| Toddy Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Trues Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Yarmouth Reservoir | Reservoirs | Cumberland County, ME | 1.8 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Chandler Brook located?
Chandler Brook is in Cumberland County, Maine, approximately 47.0 miles southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Yarmouth topographic quadrangle.
How far is Chandler Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 81 minutes, 47.0 miles southeast (bearing SE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Chandler Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Chandler Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 563815 on the Yarmouth quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Chandler 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.