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Dug Hill Brook — Streams 40.2 Miles S of Chapman Inn
Cumberland County, Maine · USGS Cornish Quadrangle · GNIS 565391
Within Cumberland County, Maine, on the USGS Cornish quadrangle, the stream known as Dug Hill Brook sits 40.2 miles south of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Cumberland County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Dug Hill Brook as a stream on the Cornish topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/005), under Feature ID 565391. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Dug Hill Brook sits at 43.82341° N, 70.78089° W (DMS 43°49′24″ N, 70°46′51″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 43.84341° N, 70.74089° W (DMS 43°50′36″ N, 70°44′27″ 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 Dug Hill Brook itself. The ones closest to Dug Hill Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Breakneck Brook | Cornish | 0.8 mi |
| Pigeon Brook | Steep Falls | 3.6 mi |
| Hanson Brook | North Sebago | 4.3 mi |
| Heath Brook | Steep Falls | 5.5 mi |
| Heath Brook | Steep Falls | 5.6 mi |
| Quaker Brook | Steep Falls | 5.8 mi |
| Tucker Brook | Steep Falls | 6.4 mi |
| Strout Brook | Steep Falls | 7.1 mi |
| Mill Brook | North Sebago | 7.1 mi |
| Douglass Brook | North Sebago | 7.8 mi |
Features on the USGS Cornish Quadrangle
The Cornish 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 31 catalogued natural features alongside Dug Hill Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ossipee River | Streams | York County, NH | 0.7 mi |
| Breakneck Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Harding Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1 mi |
| Little River | Streams | York County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Great Falls | Waterfalls | Oxford County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Saco River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Peaked Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.4 mi |
| Pease Brook | Streams | York County, ME | 2.5 mi |
| Ingalls Pond | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 2.7 mi |
| Merrifield Brook | Streams | York County, ME | 2.9 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing S out of Bethel for 40.2 miles (south) and you reach Dug Hill Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 69 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (43.823°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 40.2 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Dug Hill Brook track the nearby Ossipee River stream (0.7 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Dug Hill Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ossipee River | Streams | York County, NH | 0.7 mi |
| Breakneck Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Harding Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1 mi |
| Little River | Streams | York County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Great Falls | Waterfalls | Oxford County, ME | 2.2 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Dug Hill Brook located?
Dug Hill Brook is in Cumberland County, Maine, approximately 40.2 miles south of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Cornish topographic quadrangle.
How far is Dug Hill Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 69 minutes, 40.2 miles south (bearing S) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Dug Hill Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Dug Hill Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 565391 on the Cornish quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Dug Hill 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.