Hamlin Brook — Streams 46.6 Miles S of Chapman Inn
York County, Maine · USGS Limington Quadrangle · GNIS 567533
Within York County, Maine, on the USGS Limington quadrangle, the stream known as Hamlin Brook sits 46.6 miles south of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within York County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Hamlin Brook as a stream on the Limington topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/031), under Feature ID 567533. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Hamlin Brook sits at 43.73536° N, 70.67228° W (DMS 43°44′07″ N, 70°40′20″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 43.77369° N, 70.66534° W (DMS 43°46′25″ N, 70°39′55″ W) — useful for anglers and paddlers tracing the upstream end.
Other streams in York County, Maine
York County, ME contains 14 streams catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Hamlin Brook itself. The ones closest to Hamlin Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Horse Pond Brook | Limington | 0.7 mi |
| Little Ossipee River | Limington | 0.8 mi |
| Black Brook | Limington | 1.2 mi |
| Leavitt Brook | Limerick | 5.6 mi |
| Merrifield Brook | Cornish | 5.7 mi |
| Pugsley Brook | Cornish | 5.8 mi |
| Pease Brook | Cornish | 5.9 mi |
| Little River | Cornish | 8 mi |
| Fenderson Brook | Limerick | 9.3 mi |
| Wadsworth Brook | Cornish | 9.9 mi |
Features on the USGS Limington Quadrangle
The Limington 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 7 catalogued natural features alongside Hamlin Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horse Pond Brook | Streams | York County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Little Ossipee River | Streams | York County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Black Brook | Streams | York County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Swetts Meadow | Swamps | York County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Maloy Mountain | Summits | York County, ME | 3 mi |
| Foss Ponds | Lakes | York County, ME | 3.7 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing S out of Bethel for 46.6 miles (south) and you reach Hamlin Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 80 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (43.735°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 46.6 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Hamlin Brook track the nearby Horse Pond Brook stream (0.7 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Hamlin Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horse Pond Brook | Streams | York County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Little Ossipee River | Streams | York County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Webster Millpond | Reservoirs | York County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Black Brook | Streams | York County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Wards Pond | Lakes | York County, ME | 1.3 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Hamlin Brook located?
Hamlin Brook is in York County, Maine, approximately 46.6 miles south of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Limington topographic quadrangle.
How far is Hamlin Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 80 minutes, 46.6 miles south (bearing S) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Hamlin Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Hamlin Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 567533 on the Limington quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Hamlin Brook?
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible.
How many other streams are in York County, Maine?
GNIS lists 13 other streams in York County, Maine.