Libby Brook — Streams 40.9 Miles SSE of Chapman Inn
Cumberland County, Maine · USGS Gray Quadrangle · GNIS 569510
Within Cumberland County, Maine, on the USGS Gray quadrangle, the stream known as Libby Brook sits 40.9 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Cumberland County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Libby Brook as a stream on the Gray topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/005), under Feature ID 569510. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Libby Brook sits at 43.91008° N, 70.33644° W (DMS 43°54′36″ N, 70°20′11″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 43.90028° N, 70.33944° W (DMS 43°54′01″ N, 70°20′22″ 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 Libby Brook itself. The ones closest to Libby Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cole Brook | Gray | 0.3 mi |
| Hatchery Brook | Gray | 0.3 mi |
| Eddy Brook | Gray | 1.1 mi |
| Mill Brook | Gray | 1.1 mi |
| Wiggins Brook | Cumberland Center | 2.7 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Raymond | 2.9 mi |
| Collyer Brook | Gray | 3.2 mi |
| Sucker Brook | Raymond | 3.3 mi |
| Thayer Brook | Cumberland Center | 3.3 mi |
| Sand Brook | Raymond | 3.5 mi |
Features on the USGS Gray Quadrangle
The Gray 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 25 catalogued natural features alongside Libby Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cole Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Hatchery Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Eddy Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Mill Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Libby Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Crystal Lake | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Pumpkin Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 2.3 mi |
| Collyer Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 3.2 mi |
| The Sinkhole | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 3.4 mi |
| Brandy Bog | Swamps | Cumberland County, ME | 3.5 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SSE out of Bethel for 40.9 miles (south-southeast) and you reach Libby Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 70 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (43.910°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 40.9 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Libby Brook track the nearby Cole Brook stream (0.3 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Libby Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cole Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Hatchery Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Eddy Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Mill Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Libby Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.4 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Libby Brook located?
Libby Brook is in Cumberland County, Maine, approximately 40.9 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Gray topographic quadrangle.
How far is Libby Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 70 minutes, 40.9 miles south-southeast (bearing SSE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Libby Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Libby Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 569510 on the Gray quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Libby 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.