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Hales Brook — Streams 35.9 Miles E of Chapman Inn
Kennebec County, Maine · USGS Wayne Quadrangle · GNIS 567440
Within Kennebec County, Maine, on the USGS Wayne quadrangle, the stream known as Hales Brook sits 35.9 miles east of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “river in Kennebec County, Maine, United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Kennebec County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Hales Brook as a stream on the Wayne topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/011), under Feature ID 567440. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Hales Brook sits at 44.37368° N, 70.06311° W (DMS 44°22′25″ N, 70°03′47″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.43923° N, 70.06200° W (DMS 44°26′21″ N, 70°03′43″ 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 Hales Brook itself. The ones closest to Hales Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Gardner Brook | Wayne | 3.1 mi |
| Jones Brook | Wayne | 3.2 mi |
| Bog Brook | Wayne | 5.6 mi |
| Tingley Brook | Readfield | 5.6 mi |
| Intervale Brook | Readfield | 6.4 mi |
| Beaver Brook | Winthrop | 6.4 mi |
| Hopkins Stream | Fayette | 6.5 mi |
| Hoyt Brook | Winthrop | 7.6 mi |
| Tannery Brook | Wayne | 7.6 mi |
| Moose Pond Stream | Readfield | 7.7 mi |
Features on the USGS Wayne Quadrangle
The Wayne 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 23 catalogued natural features alongside Hales Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pocasset Lake | Reservoirs | Kennebec County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Pickerel Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 1 mi |
| Androscoggin Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 2.9 mi |
| Gardner Brook | Streams | Kennebec County, ME | 3.1 mi |
| Jones Brook | Streams | Kennebec County, ME | 3.2 mi |
| Morrison Heights | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 3.4 mi |
| Berry Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 3.4 mi |
| Hedgehog Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 3.8 mi |
| Androscoggin Lake | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 3.8 mi |
| Dexter Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 4.1 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing E out of Bethel for 35.9 miles (east) and you reach Hales Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 62 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.374°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 35.9 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Hales Brook track the nearby Pocasset Lake reservoir (0.8 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Hales Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pocasset Lake | Reservoirs | Kennebec County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Pickerel Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 1 mi |
| Manter Hill | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 1 mi |
| Oak Hill | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 2 mi |
| Hales Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 2 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Hales Brook located?
Hales Brook is in Kennebec County, Maine, approximately 35.9 miles east of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Wayne topographic quadrangle.
How far is Hales Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 62 minutes, 35.9 miles east (bearing E) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Hales Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Hales Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 567440 on the Wayne quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Hales 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: Q34773689.