Dingley Brook — Streams 37.1 Miles SSE of Chapman Inn
Cumberland County, Maine · USGS Naples Quadrangle · GNIS 1912361
Within Cumberland County, Maine, on the USGS Naples quadrangle, the stream known as Dingley Brook sits 37.1 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Cumberland County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Dingley Brook as a stream on the Naples topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/005), under Feature ID 1912361. Catalogued in GNIS since 05/08/2001.
Coordinates & physical setting
Dingley Brook sits at 43.90480° N, 70.51756° W (DMS 43°54′17″ N, 70°31′03″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 43.93361° N, 70.50167° W (DMS 43°56′01″ N, 70°30′06″ 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 Dingley Brook itself. The ones closest to Dingley Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dingley Brook | Naples | 1.5 mi |
| Panther Run | Raymond | 2.6 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Raymond | 2.8 mi |
| Hayden Brook | Raymond | 2.9 mi |
| Songo River | Naples | 2.9 mi |
| Hyde Brook | Raymond | 3.2 mi |
| Rolfe Brook | Raymond | 3.2 mi |
| Nubble Brook | Raymond | 3.2 mi |
| Tenny River | Raymond | 3.3 mi |
| Ai Brook | Raymond | 3.4 mi |
Features on the USGS Naples Quadrangle
The Naples 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 65 catalogued natural features alongside Dingley Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burnell Cove | Bays | Cumberland County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Doctor Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Inner Birch Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Outer Birch Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Outer Doctor Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Schooner Cove | Bays | Cumberland County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Millstone Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Inner Twin Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Outer Twin Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 1 mi |
| Inner Spectacle Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 1 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SSE out of Bethel for 37.1 miles (south-southeast) and you reach Dingley Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 64 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (43.905°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 37.1 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Dingley Brook track the nearby Burnell Cove bay (0.4 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Dingley Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burnell Cove | Bays | Cumberland County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Doctor Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Inner Birch Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Outer Birch Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Outer Doctor Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.7 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Dingley Brook located?
Dingley Brook is in Cumberland County, Maine, approximately 37.1 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Naples topographic quadrangle.
How far is Dingley Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 64 minutes, 37.1 miles south-southeast (bearing SSE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Dingley Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Dingley Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 1912361 on the Naples quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Dingley 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.