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Leavitt Brook — Streams 33.1 Miles SSE of Chapman Inn
Cumberland County, Maine · USGS North Sebago Quadrangle · GNIS 569426
Within Cumberland County, Maine, on the USGS North Sebago quadrangle, the stream known as Leavitt Brook sits 33.1 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Cumberland County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Leavitt Brook as a stream on the North Sebago topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/005), under Feature ID 569426. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Leavitt Brook sits at 43.93980° N, 70.62478° W (DMS 43°56′23″ N, 70°37′29″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 43.93639° N, 70.64500° W (DMS 43°56′11″ N, 70°38′42″ 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 Leavitt Brook itself. The ones closest to Leavitt Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Muddy River | North Sebago | 0.7 mi |
| Whitney Brook | Naples | 2.4 mi |
| Crooked River | Naples | 2.5 mi |
| Weeman Brook | North Sebago | 2.7 mi |
| Songo River | Naples | 3 mi |
| Bachelder Brook | North Sebago | 3.5 mi |
| Douglass Brook | North Sebago | 3.6 mi |
| Hill Brook | North Sebago | 3.7 mi |
| Lakin Brook | North Sebago | 3.7 mi |
| Tingley Brook | North Sebago | 3.8 mi |
Features on the USGS North Sebago Quadrangle
The North Sebago 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 59 catalogued natural features alongside Leavitt Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muddy River | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Larrabee Mountain | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Cold Rain Pond | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Peaked Mountain | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 2.7 mi |
| Weeman Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 2.7 mi |
| White Mountain | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 2.9 mi |
| Philip Mountain | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 2.9 mi |
| Mosher Mountain | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 3 mi |
| Tiger Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 3.1 mi |
| Perley Meadow | Swamps | Cumberland County, ME | 3.1 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SSE out of Bethel for 33.1 miles (south-southeast) and you reach Leavitt Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 57 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (43.940°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 33.1 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Leavitt Brook track the nearby Sebago Cove bay (0.2 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Leavitt Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sebago Cove | Bays | Cumberland County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Muddy River | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Trickey Pond | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Larrabee Mountain | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Cold Rain Pond | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 1.7 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Leavitt Brook located?
Leavitt Brook is in Cumberland County, Maine, approximately 33.1 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS North Sebago topographic quadrangle.
How far is Leavitt Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 57 minutes, 33.1 miles south-southeast (bearing SSE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Leavitt Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Leavitt Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 569426 on the North Sebago quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Leavitt 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.