Little River — Streams 41.3 Miles S of Chapman Inn
York County, Maine · USGS Cornish Quadrangle · GNIS 570005
Within York County, Maine, on the USGS Cornish quadrangle, the stream known as Little River sits 41.3 miles south of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “tributary of the Ossipee River, Maine, United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within York County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Little River as a stream on the Cornish topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/031), under Feature ID 570005. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Little River sits at 43.80674° N, 70.79951° W (DMS 43°48′24″ N, 70°47′58″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 43.75361° N, 70.78861° W (DMS 43°45′13″ N, 70°47′19″ W) — useful for anglers and paddlers tracing the upstream end.
Other streams in York County, Maine
York County, ME contains 14 streams catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Little River itself. The ones closest to Little River:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wadsworth Brook | Cornish | 2.2 mi |
| Pease Brook | Cornish | 2.2 mi |
| Pugsley Brook | Cornish | 2.3 mi |
| Merrifield Brook | Cornish | 2.3 mi |
| Wedgwood Brook | Cornish | 2.7 mi |
| Great Brook | Kezar Falls | 6.4 mi |
| Horse Pond Brook | Limington | 7.8 mi |
| Hamlin Brook | Limington | 8 mi |
| Leavitt Brook | Limerick | 8.1 mi |
| Black Brook | Limington | 8.5 mi |
Features on the USGS Cornish Quadrangle
The Cornish 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 31 catalogued natural features alongside Little River. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ossipee River | Streams | York County, NH | 1 mi |
| Dug Hill Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Harding Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Smalls Hill | Summits | York County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Pike Hill | Summits | York County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Breakneck Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 2 mi |
| Towles Hill | Summits | York County, ME | 2 mi |
| Wadsworth Brook | Streams | York County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Pease Brook | Streams | York County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Pugsley Brook | Streams | York County, ME | 2.3 mi |
Historical record
The Little River is a 7.0-mile-long (11.3 km) tributary of the Ossipee River in the U.S. state of Maine. Via the Ossipee River, it is part of the Saco River watershed, flowing to the Atlantic Ocean. The Little River flows entirely within the town of Cornish. More on Wikipedia →
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing S out of Bethel for 41.3 miles (south) and you reach Little River; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 71 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (43.807°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 41.3 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Little River track the nearby Ossipee River stream (1.0 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Little River
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ossipee River | Streams | York County, NH | 1 mi |
| Dug Hill Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Harding Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Smalls Hill | Summits | York County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Pike Hill | Summits | York County, ME | 1.9 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Little River located?
Little River is in York County, Maine, approximately 41.3 miles south of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Cornish topographic quadrangle.
How far is Little River from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 71 minutes, 41.3 miles south (bearing S) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Little River?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Little River as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 570005 on the Cornish quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Little River?
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible.
How many other streams are in York County, Maine?
GNIS lists 13 other streams in York County, Maine.
Wikidata: Q6651661.