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Hyde Brook — Streams 39.9 Miles SSE of Chapman Inn
Cumberland County, Maine · USGS Raymond Quadrangle · GNIS 568540
Catalogued on the USGS Raymond quadrangle in Cumberland County, Maine, Hyde Brook — a stream — lies 39.9 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 568540, Hyde 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
Hyde Brook sits at 43.87508° N, 70.46894° W (DMS 43°52′30″ N, 70°28′08″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 43.86230° N, 70.45478° W (DMS 43°51′44″ N, 70°27′17″ 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 Hyde Brook itself. The ones closest to Hyde Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Panther Run | Raymond | 1 mi |
| Hayden Brook | Raymond | 2.2 mi |
| Outlet Brook | North Windham | 2.3 mi |
| Dingley Brook | Naples | 3.2 mi |
| Ai Brook | Raymond | 3.3 mi |
| Farwell Brook | Raymond | 3.8 mi |
| Sand Brook | Raymond | 3.8 mi |
| Ollie Brook | North Windham | 3.9 mi |
| Glantz Brook | North Windham | 4.2 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Raymond | 4.4 mi |
Features on the USGS Raymond Quadrangle
The Raymond 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 55 catalogued natural features alongside Hyde Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Browns Point | Capes | Cumberland County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Panther Run | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1 mi |
| Jordan Bay | Bays | Cumberland County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Mount Hunger | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Hayden Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Treasure Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 2.5 mi |
| Martin Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 2.6 mi |
| Dollys Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 2.6 mi |
| Crow Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 2.7 mi |
| Bean Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 2.7 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
A 68-minute drive along back roads separates the front door of Chapman Inn from Hyde Brook — 39.9 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 (43.875°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 39.9 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Hyde Brook track the nearby Browns Point cape (0.6 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Hyde Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Browns Point | Capes | Cumberland County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Panther Run | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1 mi |
| Jordan Bay | Bays | Cumberland County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Mount Hunger | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Freeman Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.6 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Hyde Brook located?
Hyde Brook is in Cumberland County, Maine, approximately 39.9 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Raymond topographic quadrangle.
How far is Hyde Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 68 minutes, 39.9 miles south-southeast (bearing SSE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Hyde Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Hyde Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 568540 on the Raymond quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Hyde 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.