Indian Stream — Streams 48.3 Miles ENE of Chapman Inn
Somerset County, Maine · USGS Mercer Quadrangle · GNIS 568611
48.3 miles east-northeast of Chapman Inn, on the USGS Mercer topographic quadrangle, Indian Stream is a stream recorded in Somerset County, Maine by the federal Geographic Names Information System.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
The USGS Mercer 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle places Indian Stream in Somerset County, Maine (FIPS 23/025), classified as a stream in the federal GNIS (Feature ID 568611). Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Indian Stream sits at 44.70951° N, 69.90561° W (DMS 44°42′34″ N, 69°54′20″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.68333° N, 69.90111° W (DMS 44°41′00″ N, 69°54′04″ 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 Indian Stream itself. The ones closest to Indian Stream:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lemon Stream | Mercer | 0.7 mi |
| Bog Stream | Mercer | 1 mi |
| Witham Brook | Mercer | 1.6 mi |
| Josiah Brook | Mercer | 2.8 mi |
| Hilton Brook | Madison West | 3.9 mi |
| Hilton Brook | Mercer | 4.6 mi |
| Bog Stream | Norridgewock | 4.9 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Madison West | 5.1 mi |
| Pattee Brook | Norridgewock | 5.4 mi |
| Leech Brook | Norridgewock | 5.5 mi |
Features on the USGS Mercer Quadrangle
The Mercer 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 14 catalogued natural features alongside Indian Stream. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yeaton Island | Islands | Somerset County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Bowden Island | Islands | Somerset County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Lemon Stream | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Bog Stream | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 1 mi |
| Farrand Island | Islands | Somerset County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Sandy River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Somerset County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Witham Brook | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Little Beech Hill | Summits | Somerset County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Josiah Brook | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 2.8 mi |
| Mercer Bog | Reservoirs | Somerset County, ME | 3.6 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Chapman Inn sits 48.3 miles east-northeast (bearing ENE) of Indian Stream. At moderate back-road speeds the drive runs about 83 minutes — comfortably inside a half-day outing window after breakfast.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.710°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 48.3 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Indian Stream track the nearby Yeaton Island (0.3 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Indian Stream
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yeaton Island | Islands | Somerset County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Bowden Island | Islands | Somerset County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Lemon Stream | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Bog Stream | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 1 mi |
| Farrand Island | Islands | Somerset County, ME | 1.2 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Indian Stream located?
Indian Stream is in Somerset County, Maine, approximately 48.3 miles east-northeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Mercer topographic quadrangle.
How far is Indian Stream from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 83 minutes, 48.3 miles east-northeast (bearing ENE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Indian Stream?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Indian Stream as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 568611 on the Mercer quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Indian Stream?
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.