Emerson Brook — Streams 46.5 Miles SSW of Chapman Inn
York County, Maine · USGS West Newfield Quadrangle · GNIS 565893
46.5 miles south-southwest of Chapman Inn, on the USGS West Newfield topographic quadrangle, Emerson Brook is a stream recorded in York County, Maine by the federal Geographic Names Information System.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
The USGS West Newfield 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle places Emerson Brook in York County, Maine (FIPS 23/031), classified as a stream in the federal GNIS (Feature ID 565893). Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Emerson Brook sits at 43.74647° N, 70.98090° W (DMS 43°44′47″ N, 70°58′51″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 43.71444° N, 70.93750° W (DMS 43°42′52″ N, 70°56′15″ W) — useful for anglers and paddlers tracing the upstream end.
Other streams in York County, Maine
York County, ME contains 14 streams catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Emerson Brook itself. The ones closest to Emerson Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Great Brook | Kezar Falls | 4.1 mi |
| Wedgwood Brook | Cornish | 7.5 mi |
| Fenderson Brook | Limerick | 7.8 mi |
| Wadsworth Brook | Cornish | 8.1 mi |
| Little River | Cornish | 10 mi |
| Pugsley Brook | Cornish | 10.8 mi |
| Merrifield Brook | Cornish | 11 mi |
| Pease Brook | Cornish | 11.3 mi |
| Leavitt Brook | Limerick | 11.4 mi |
| Black Brook | Limington | 15.1 mi |
Features on the USGS West Newfield Quadrangle
The West Newfield 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 5 catalogued natural features alongside Emerson Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hobbs Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 0.9 mi |
| Colcord Hill | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 1.2 mi |
| Champion Pond | Lakes | York County, ME | 3.1 mi |
| Dearborn Mountain | Summits | York County, ME | 5.1 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Chapman Inn sits 46.5 miles south-southwest (bearing SSW) of Emerson Brook. At moderate back-road speeds the drive runs about 80 minutes — comfortably inside a half-day outing window after breakfast.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (43.746°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 46.5 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Emerson Brook track the nearby Hobbs Brook stream (0.9 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Emerson Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hobbs Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 0.9 mi |
| Colcord Hill | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 1.2 mi |
| Salmon Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 1.5 mi |
| Rumney Hill | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 2.1 mi |
| Woods Mountain | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 2.5 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Emerson Brook located?
Emerson Brook is in York County, Maine, approximately 46.5 miles south-southwest of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS West Newfield topographic quadrangle.
How far is Emerson Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 80 minutes, 46.5 miles south-southwest (bearing SSW) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Emerson Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Emerson Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 565893 on the West Newfield quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Emerson Brook?
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible.
How many other streams are in York County, Maine?
GNIS lists 13 other streams in York County, Maine.