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Cold Stream — Streams 42.5 Miles NNE of Chapman Inn
Franklin County, Maine · USGS Saddleback Mountain Quadrangle · GNIS 564194
Within Franklin County, Maine, on the USGS Saddleback Mountain quadrangle, the stream known as Cold Stream sits 42.5 miles north-northeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Franklin County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Cold Stream as a stream on the Saddleback Mountain topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/007), under Feature ID 564194. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Cold Stream sits at 44.99422° N, 70.53868° W (DMS 44°59′39″ N, 70°32′19″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.97333° N, 70.50417° W (DMS 44°58′24″ N, 70°30′15″ 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 Cold Stream itself. The ones closest to Cold Stream:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Redington Stream | Saddleback Mountain | 0.7 mi |
| Haley Brook | Saddleback Mountain | 1.9 mi |
| Rock Pond Stream | Saddleback Mountain | 2.2 mi |
| Geneva Bog Brook | Saddleback Mountain | 2.4 mi |
| Quill Pond Brook | Quill Hill | 3.6 mi |
| Baker Brook | Quill Hill | 5.5 mi |
| Skunk Branch | Black Nubble | 5.7 mi |
| Nile Brook | Rangeley | 5.9 mi |
| Hatchery Brook | Rangeley | 6 mi |
| West Branch Nash Stream | Quill Hill | 6.2 mi |
Features on the USGS Saddleback Mountain Quadrangle
The Saddleback Mountain 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 24 catalogued natural features alongside Cold Stream. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redington Stream | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Haley Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Saddleback Lake | Reservoirs | Franklin County, ME | 2 mi |
| Potato Nubble | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Rock Pond Stream | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Geneva Bog Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 2.4 mi |
| Oakes Nubble | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 4.1 mi |
| Saddleback Mountain | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 4.3 mi |
| Midway Pond | Lakes | Franklin County, ME | 4.3 mi |
| City Pond | Reservoirs | Franklin County, ME | 5.2 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing NNE out of Bethel for 42.5 miles (north-northeast) and you reach Cold Stream; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 73 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 44.994°), first snows typically arrive by mid-October and linger into early May — narrow the window accordingly. At 42.5 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Cold Stream track the nearby Redington Stream (0.7 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Cold Stream
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redington Stream | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Haley Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Saddleback Lake | Reservoirs | Franklin County, ME | 2 mi |
| Dill Pond | Lakes | Franklin County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Potato Nubble | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 2.1 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Cold Stream located?
Cold Stream is in Franklin County, Maine, approximately 42.5 miles north-northeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Saddleback Mountain topographic quadrangle.
How far is Cold Stream from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 73 minutes, 42.5 miles north-northeast (bearing NNE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Cold Stream?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Cold Stream as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 564194 on the Saddleback Mountain quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Cold Stream?
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.