Hilton Brook — Streams 45.6 Miles ENE of Chapman Inn
Somerset County, Maine · USGS Mercer Quadrangle · GNIS 568090
Catalogued on the USGS Mercer quadrangle in Somerset County, Maine, Hilton Brook — a stream — lies 45.6 miles east-northeast of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “river in the United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 568090, Hilton Brook is recorded as a stream on the USGS Mercer quadrangle in Somerset County, Maine (FIPS 23/025). Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Hilton Brook sits at 44.64506° N, 69.92645° W (DMS 44°38′42″ N, 69°55′35″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.63250° N, 69.94944° W (DMS 44°37′57″ N, 69°56′58″ W) — useful for anglers and paddlers tracing the upstream end.
Other streams in Somerset County, Maine
Somerset County, ME contains 19 streams catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Hilton Brook itself. The ones closest to Hilton Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bog Stream | Norridgewock | 2.9 mi |
| Pattee Brook | Norridgewock | 3 mi |
| Leech Brook | Norridgewock | 4 mi |
| Bog Stream | Mercer | 4.1 mi |
| Josiah Brook | Mercer | 4.1 mi |
| Witham Brook | Mercer | 4.2 mi |
| Indian Stream | Mercer | 4.6 mi |
| Lemon Stream | Mercer | 4.6 mi |
| The Serpentine | Norridgewock | 4.8 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Madison West | 8.1 mi |
Features on the USGS Mercer Quadrangle
The Mercer 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 14 catalogued natural features alongside Hilton Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mercer Bog | Reservoirs | Somerset County, ME | 1 mi |
| Beech Hill | Summits | Somerset County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Fillibrown Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 2.4 mi |
| Little Beech Hill | Summits | Somerset County, ME | 3.3 mi |
| Bog Stream | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 4.1 mi |
| Josiah Brook | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 4.1 mi |
| Farrand Island | Islands | Somerset County, ME | 4.1 mi |
| Witham Brook | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 4.2 mi |
| Bowden Island | Islands | Somerset County, ME | 4.5 mi |
| Indian Stream | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 4.6 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
A 78-minute drive along back roads separates the front door of Chapman Inn from Hilton Brook — 45.6 miles east-northeast as the crow flies, on compass bearing ENE.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.645°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 45.6 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Hilton Brook track the nearby Mercer Bog reservoir (1.0 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Hilton Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mercer Bog | Reservoirs | Somerset County, ME | 1 mi |
| Beech Hill | Summits | Somerset County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Ladd Pond | Lakes | Somerset County, ME | 2 mi |
| Hampshire Hill | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 2 mi |
| Fillibrown Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 2.4 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Hilton Brook located?
Hilton Brook is in Somerset County, Maine, approximately 45.6 miles east-northeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Mercer topographic quadrangle.
How far is Hilton Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 78 minutes, 45.6 miles east-northeast (bearing ENE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Hilton Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Hilton Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 568090 on the Mercer quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Hilton Brook?
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible.
How many other streams are in Somerset County, Maine?
GNIS lists 18 other streams in Somerset County, Maine.
Wikidata: Q34782579.