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Gerrish Brook — Streams 43.4 Miles SE of Chapman Inn
Androscoggin County, Maine · USGS North Pownal Quadrangle · GNIS 566756
Within Androscoggin County, Maine, on the USGS North Pownal quadrangle, the stream known as Gerrish Brook sits 43.4 miles southeast of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “river in the United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Androscoggin County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Gerrish Brook as a stream on the North Pownal topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/001), under Feature ID 566756. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Gerrish Brook sits at 43.98647° N, 70.13533° W (DMS 43°59′11″ N, 70°08′07″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 43.96222° N, 70.15639° W (DMS 43°57′44″ N, 70°09′23″ 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 Gerrish Brook itself. The ones closest to Gerrish Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dyer Brook | Lisbon Falls South | 0.5 mi |
| House Brook | Lewiston | 2.5 mi |
| Moody Brook | Lewiston | 2.7 mi |
| Sabattus River | Lisbon Falls North | 2.9 mi |
| Libby Brook | North Pownal | 3 mi |
| Alder Brook | North Pownal | 3.3 mi |
| Barker Brook | Lisbon Falls North | 3.5 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Lisbon Falls South | 4.1 mi |
| Little River | Lisbon Falls South | 4.2 mi |
| Soper Mill Brook | Lewiston | 4.2 mi |
Features on the USGS North Pownal Quadrangle
The North Pownal 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 16 catalogued natural features alongside Gerrish Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bowie Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Libby Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 2.7 mi |
| Libby Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 3 mi |
| Runaround Pond | Reservoirs | Androscoggin County, ME | 3.2 mi |
| Runaround Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 3.3 mi |
| Alder Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 3.3 mi |
| Lauraffe Ledge | Benches | Androscoggin County, ME | 4.4 mi |
| Talking Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 5.3 mi |
| Bibber Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 5.5 mi |
| Tryon Mountain | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 5.8 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SE out of Bethel for 43.4 miles (southeast) and you reach Gerrish Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 74 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (43.986°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 43.4 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Gerrish Brook track the nearby Dyer Brook stream (0.5 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Gerrish Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dyer Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Bowie Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| House Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 2.5 mi |
| Moody Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 2.7 mi |
| Libby Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 2.7 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Gerrish Brook located?
Gerrish Brook is in Androscoggin County, Maine, approximately 43.4 miles southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS North Pownal topographic quadrangle.
How far is Gerrish Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 74 minutes, 43.4 miles southeast (bearing SE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Gerrish Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Gerrish Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 566756 on the North Pownal quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Gerrish 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.
Wikidata: Q34761225.