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Hayden Brook — Streams 38.2 Miles SSE of Chapman Inn
Cumberland County, Maine · USGS Raymond Quadrangle · GNIS 567814
Catalogued on the USGS Raymond quadrangle in Cumberland County, Maine, Hayden Brook — a stream — lies 38.2 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 567814, Hayden Brook is recorded as a stream on the USGS Raymond quadrangle in Cumberland County, Maine (FIPS 23/005). Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Hayden Brook sits at 43.90535° N, 70.45867° W (DMS 43°54′19″ N, 70°27′31″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 43.88806° N, 70.44278° W (DMS 43°53′17″ N, 70°26′34″ 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 Hayden Brook itself. The ones closest to Hayden Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ai Brook | Raymond | 1.2 mi |
| Panther Run | Raymond | 1.2 mi |
| Hyde Brook | Raymond | 2.2 mi |
| Tenny River | Raymond | 2.4 mi |
| Farwell Brook | Raymond | 2.6 mi |
| Nubble Brook | Raymond | 2.6 mi |
| Sand Brook | Raymond | 2.6 mi |
| Dingley Brook | Naples | 2.9 mi |
| Rolfe Brook | Raymond | 3 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Raymond | 3 mi |
Features on the USGS Raymond Quadrangle
The Raymond 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 55 catalogued natural features alongside Hayden Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dollys Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Bettys Neck | Capes | Cumberland County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Ai Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Panther Run | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Brown Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Panther Pond | Reservoirs | Cumberland County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Sloanes Cove | Bays | Cumberland County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Browns Point | Capes | Cumberland County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Tarkiln Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Hyde Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 2.2 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
A 65-minute drive along back roads separates the front door of Chapman Inn from Hayden Brook — 38.2 miles south-southeast as the crow flies, on compass bearing SSE.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (43.905°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 38.2 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Hayden Brook track the nearby Dollys Island (0.7 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Hayden Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dollys Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Bettys Neck | Capes | Cumberland County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Ai Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Panther Run | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Brown Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.5 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Hayden Brook located?
Hayden Brook is in Cumberland County, Maine, approximately 38.2 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Raymond topographic quadrangle.
How far is Hayden Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 65 minutes, 38.2 miles south-southeast (bearing SSE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Hayden Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Hayden Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 567814 on the Raymond quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Hayden 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.