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Haley Brook — Streams 35.1 Miles NNE of Chapman Inn
Franklin County, Maine · USGS Saddleback Mountain Quadrangle · GNIS 567443
Within Franklin County, Maine, on the USGS Saddleback Mountain quadrangle, the stream known as Haley Brook sits 35.1 miles north-northeast of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “river in Franklin County, United States of America - Geonames ID = 4966220”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Franklin County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Haley Brook as a stream on the Saddleback Mountain topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/007), under Feature ID 567443. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Haley Brook sits at 44.89561° N, 70.60840° W (DMS 44°53′44″ N, 70°36′30″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.90361° N, 70.58472° W (DMS 44°54′13″ N, 70°35′05″ W) — useful for anglers and paddlers tracing the upstream end.
Other streams in Franklin County, Maine
Franklin County, ME contains 134 streams catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Haley Brook itself. The ones closest to Haley Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mill Brook | Saddleback Mountain | 1.4 mi |
| Cascade Stream | Saddleback Mountain | 1.8 mi |
| Long Pond Stream | Saddleback Mountain | 2.1 mi |
| Nile Brook | Rangeley | 3.5 mi |
| Mountain Pond Stream | Rangeley | 3.8 mi |
| Martin Brook | Rangeley | 4.4 mi |
| Geneva Bog Brook | Saddleback Mountain | 5.2 mi |
| Chandler Mill Stream | Jackson Mountain | 5.3 mi |
| Hatchery Brook | Rangeley | 5.4 mi |
| Rock Pond Stream | Saddleback Mountain | 5.4 mi |
Features on the USGS Saddleback Mountain Quadrangle
The Saddleback Mountain 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 24 catalogued natural features alongside Haley Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Long Pond | Lakes | Franklin County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Mill Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Cascade Stream | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Long Pond Stream | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Sandy River Ponds | Lakes | Franklin County, ME | 2.4 mi |
| City Pond | Reservoirs | Franklin County, ME | 2.5 mi |
| Oakes Nubble | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 3.6 mi |
| Piazza Rock | Pillars | Franklin County, ME | 3.8 mi |
| Midway Pond | Lakes | Franklin County, ME | 4.1 mi |
| Ethel Pond | Lakes | Franklin County, ME | 4.3 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing NNE out of Bethel for 35.1 miles (north-northeast) and you reach Haley Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 60 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. Being this far north (lat 44.896°), first snows typically arrive by mid-October and linger into early May — narrow the window accordingly. At 35.1 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Haley Brook track the nearby Long Pond lake (0.7 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Haley Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Long Pond | Lakes | Franklin County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Mill Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Mud Pond | Lakes | Franklin County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Mountain Pond | Lakes | Franklin County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Beaver Mountain | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 1.8 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Haley Brook located?
Haley Brook is in Franklin County, Maine, approximately 35.1 miles north-northeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Saddleback Mountain topographic quadrangle.
How far is Haley Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 60 minutes, 35.1 miles north-northeast (bearing NNE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Haley Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Haley Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 567443 on the Saddleback Mountain quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Haley Brook?
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible.
How many other streams are in Franklin County, Maine?
GNIS lists 133 other streams in Franklin County, Maine.
Wikidata: Q34773746.