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Cousins Brook — Streams 29.5 Miles SE of Chapman Inn
Androscoggin County, Maine · USGS Mechanic Falls Quadrangle · GNIS 564397
Catalogued on the USGS Mechanic Falls quadrangle in Androscoggin County, Maine, Cousins Brook — a stream — lies 29.5 miles southeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 564397, Cousins Brook is recorded as a stream on the USGS Mechanic Falls quadrangle in Androscoggin County, Maine (FIPS 23/001). Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Cousins Brook sits at 44.08396° N, 70.39589° W (DMS 44°05′02″ N, 70°23′45″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.08250° N, 70.41972° W (DMS 44°04′57″ N, 70°25′11″ W) — useful for anglers and paddlers tracing the upstream end.
Other streams in Androscoggin County, Maine
Androscoggin County, ME contains 62 streams catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Cousins Brook itself. The ones closest to Cousins Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Waterhouse Brook | Mechanic Falls | 1.5 mi |
| Bog Brook | Minot | 2.1 mi |
| Cool Brook | Minot | 2.3 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Mechanic Falls | 2.9 mi |
| Morgan Brook | Minot | 3.1 mi |
| Indian Brook | Minot | 3.2 mi |
| Worthley Brook | Minot | 3.2 mi |
| Gardner Brook | Oxford | 3.8 mi |
| Potash Brook | Mechanic Falls | 4.2 mi |
| May Brook | Mechanic Falls | 4.8 mi |
Features on the USGS Mechanic Falls Quadrangle
The Mechanic Falls 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 48 catalogued natural features alongside Cousins Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Raspberry Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Waterhouse Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Mud Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Little Androscoggin River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Pigeon Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 2 mi |
| Oak Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 2.3 mi |
| Tripp Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 2.8 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 2.9 mi |
| Mud Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 3 mi |
| White Oak Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 3.1 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
A 51-minute drive along back roads separates the front door of Chapman Inn from Cousins Brook — 29.5 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 (44.084°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 29.5 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Cousins Brook track the nearby Raspberry Hill summit (0.5 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Cousins Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Raspberry Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Waterhouse Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Mud Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Harris Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Little Androscoggin River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.9 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Cousins Brook located?
Cousins Brook is in Androscoggin County, Maine, approximately 29.5 miles southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Mechanic Falls topographic quadrangle.
How far is Cousins Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 51 minutes, 29.5 miles southeast (bearing SE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Cousins Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Cousins Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 564397 on the Mechanic Falls quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Cousins Brook?
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible.
How many other streams are in Androscoggin County, Maine?
GNIS lists 61 other streams in Androscoggin County, Maine.