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Gardner Brook — Streams 38.3 Miles E of Chapman Inn
Kennebec County, Maine · USGS Wayne Quadrangle · GNIS 566695
Catalogued on the USGS Wayne quadrangle in Kennebec County, Maine, Gardner Brook — a stream — lies 38.3 miles east of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “river in Kennebec County, Maine, United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 566695, Gardner Brook is recorded as a stream on the USGS Wayne quadrangle in Kennebec County, Maine (FIPS 23/011). Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Gardner Brook sits at 44.34312° N, 70.01783° W (DMS 44°20′35″ N, 70°01′04″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.37396° N, 69.99783° W (DMS 44°22′26″ N, 69°59′52″ W) — useful for anglers and paddlers tracing the upstream end.
Other streams in Kennebec County, Maine
Kennebec County, ME contains 43 streams catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Gardner Brook itself. The ones closest to Gardner Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Jones Brook | Wayne | 0.2 mi |
| Hales Brook | Wayne | 3.1 mi |
| Beaver Brook | Winthrop | 4.1 mi |
| Bog Brook | Wayne | 4.3 mi |
| Tingley Brook | Readfield | 4.5 mi |
| Hoyt Brook | Winthrop | 4.7 mi |
| Tannery Brook | Wayne | 5.2 mi |
| Mud Mills Stream | Wayne | 5.9 mi |
| Kezar Brook | Winthrop | 6 mi |
| Wilson Stream | Winthrop | 6.1 mi |
Features on the USGS Wayne Quadrangle
The Wayne 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 23 catalogued natural features alongside Gardner Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jones Brook | Streams | Kennebec County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Berry Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Dexter Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Pickerel Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Morrison Heights | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 2.3 mi |
| Pocasset Lake | Reservoirs | Kennebec County, ME | 2.5 mi |
| Hales Brook | Streams | Kennebec County, ME | 3.1 mi |
| Androscoggin Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 3.4 mi |
| Apple Valley Lake | Reservoirs | Kennebec County, ME | 3.5 mi |
| Joes Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 3.5 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
A 66-minute drive along back roads separates the front door of Chapman Inn from Gardner Brook — 38.3 miles east as the crow flies, on compass bearing E.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.343°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 38.3 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Gardner Brook track the nearby Jones Brook stream (0.2 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Gardner Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jones Brook | Streams | Kennebec County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Berry Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Dexter Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Pickerel Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Morrison Heights | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 2.3 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Gardner Brook located?
Gardner Brook is in Kennebec County, Maine, approximately 38.3 miles east of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Wayne topographic quadrangle.
How far is Gardner Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 66 minutes, 38.3 miles east (bearing E) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Gardner Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Gardner Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 566695 on the Wayne quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Gardner Brook?
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible.
How many other streams are in Kennebec County, Maine?
GNIS lists 42 other streams in Kennebec County, Maine.
Wikidata: Q34759359.