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Gristmill Brook — Streams 30.0 Miles S of Chapman Inn
Cumberland County, Maine · USGS North Sebago Quadrangle · GNIS 1912517
Within Cumberland County, Maine, on the USGS North Sebago quadrangle, the stream known as Gristmill Brook sits 30.0 miles south of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Cumberland County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Gristmill Brook as a stream on the North Sebago topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/005), under Feature ID 1912517. Last revised by the Board on Geographic Names on 06/14/2021.
Coordinates & physical setting
Gristmill Brook sits at 43.97688° N, 70.68312° W (DMS 43°58′37″ N, 70°40′59″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 43.97290° N, 70.68970° W (DMS 43°58′22″ N, 70°41′23″ 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 Gristmill Brook itself. The ones closest to Gristmill Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Town Farm Brook | North Sebago | 0.5 mi |
| Tingley Brook | North Sebago | 2.2 mi |
| Weeman Brook | North Sebago | 2.2 mi |
| Lakin Brook | North Sebago | 2.7 mi |
| Day Brook | Bridgton | 3.1 mi |
| Sucker Brook | North Sebago | 3.1 mi |
| Jack Branch | Bridgton | 3.1 mi |
| Muddy River | North Sebago | 3.3 mi |
| Leavitt Brook | North Sebago | 3.9 mi |
| Hill Brook | North Sebago | 4 mi |
Features on the USGS North Sebago Quadrangle
The North Sebago 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 59 catalogued natural features alongside Gristmill Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holt Pond | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Town Farm Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Foster Pond | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Byrons Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Perley Meadow | Swamps | Cumberland County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Perley Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Ministers Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| North Cove | Bays | Cumberland County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Mosher Mountain | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Skid Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.5 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing S out of Bethel for 30.0 miles (south) and you reach Gristmill Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 51 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (43.977°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 30.0 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Gristmill Brook track the nearby Holt Pond lake (0.2 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Gristmill Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holt Pond | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Town Farm Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Foster Pond | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Byrons Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Perley Meadow | Swamps | Cumberland County, ME | 1.1 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Gristmill Brook located?
Gristmill Brook is in Cumberland County, Maine, approximately 30.0 miles south of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS North Sebago topographic quadrangle.
How far is Gristmill Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 51 minutes, 30.0 miles south (bearing S) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Gristmill Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Gristmill Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 1912517 on the North Sebago quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Gristmill 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.