Cold Spring Brook — Streams 48.6 Miles SSE of Chapman Inn
Cumberland County, Maine · USGS Gorham Quadrangle · GNIS 564191
Within Cumberland County, Maine, on the USGS Gorham quadrangle, the stream known as Cold Spring Brook sits 48.6 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Cumberland County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Cold Spring Brook as a stream on the Gorham topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/005), under Feature ID 564191. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Cold Spring Brook sits at 43.73869° N, 70.47311° W (DMS 43°44′19″ N, 70°28′23″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 43.75119° N, 70.46755° W (DMS 43°45′04″ N, 70°28′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 Cold Spring Brook itself. The ones closest to Cold Spring Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Westcott Brook | Gorham | 0.5 mi |
| Skunk Knoll Brook | Gorham | 0.7 mi |
| Samborn Brook | Gorham | 0.8 mi |
| Ward Brook | Gorham | 1.7 mi |
| Nason Brook | North Windham | 1.9 mi |
| Pleasant River | North Windham | 1.9 mi |
| Black Brook | Gorham | 2.2 mi |
| Sticky River | Sebago Lake | 4.3 mi |
| Otter Brook | North Windham | 4.4 mi |
| Ditch Brook | North Windham | 5.7 mi |
Features on the USGS Gorham Quadrangle
The Gorham 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 9 catalogued natural features alongside Cold Spring Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shad Gully | Valleys | Cumberland County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Westcott Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Skunk Knoll Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Samborn Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Skunk Knoll | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Pleasant Ridge | Ridges | Cumberland County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Ward Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Black Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 2.2 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SSE out of Bethel for 48.6 miles (south-southeast) and you reach Cold Spring Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 83 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (43.739°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 48.6 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Cold Spring Brook track the nearby Shad Gully valley (0.4 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Cold Spring Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shad Gully | Valleys | Cumberland County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Westcott Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Skunk Knoll Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Samborn Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Skunk Knoll | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.1 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Cold Spring Brook located?
Cold Spring Brook is in Cumberland County, Maine, approximately 48.6 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Gorham topographic quadrangle.
How far is Cold Spring Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 83 minutes, 48.6 miles south-southeast (bearing SSE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Cold Spring Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Cold Spring Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 564191 on the Gorham quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Cold Spring 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.