Cole Brook — Streams 40.7 Miles SSE of Chapman Inn
Cumberland County, Maine · USGS Gray Quadrangle · GNIS 564205
Catalogued on the USGS Gray quadrangle in Cumberland County, Maine, Cole Brook — a stream — lies 40.7 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 564205, Cole Brook is recorded as a stream on the USGS Gray quadrangle in Cumberland County, Maine (FIPS 23/005). Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Cole Brook sits at 43.91035° N, 70.34172° W (DMS 43°54′37″ N, 70°20′30″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 43.93972° N, 70.34444° W (DMS 43°56′23″ N, 70°20′40″ 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 Cole Brook itself. The ones closest to Cole Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hatchery Brook | Gray | 0.1 mi |
| Libby Brook | Gray | 0.3 mi |
| Eddy Brook | Gray | 1.3 mi |
| Mill Brook | Gray | 1.3 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Raymond | 2.6 mi |
| Wiggins Brook | Cumberland Center | 2.8 mi |
| Sucker Brook | Raymond | 3 mi |
| Thayer Brook | Cumberland Center | 3.2 mi |
| Sand Brook | Raymond | 3.3 mi |
| Farwell Brook | Raymond | 3.3 mi |
Features on the USGS Gray Quadrangle
The Gray 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 25 catalogued natural features alongside Cole Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hatchery Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.1 mi |
| Libby Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Libby Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Eddy Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Mill Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Crystal Lake | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Pumpkin Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| The Sinkhole | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 3.4 mi |
| Collyer Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 3.4 mi |
| Brandy Bog | Swamps | Cumberland County, ME | 3.6 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
A 70-minute drive along back roads separates the front door of Chapman Inn from Cole Brook — 40.7 miles south-southeast as the crow flies, on compass bearing SSE.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (43.910°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 40.7 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Cole Brook track the nearby Hatchery Brook stream (essentially adjacent) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Cole Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hatchery Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.1 mi |
| Libby Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Libby Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Eddy Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Mill Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.3 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Cole Brook located?
Cole Brook is in Cumberland County, Maine, approximately 40.7 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Gray topographic quadrangle.
How far is Cole Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 70 minutes, 40.7 miles south-southeast (bearing SSE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Cole Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Cole Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 564205 on the Gray quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Cole 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.