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Long Pond Stream — Streams 36.9 Miles NNE of Chapman Inn
Franklin County, Maine · USGS Saddleback Mountain Quadrangle · GNIS 570311
Within Franklin County, Maine, on the USGS Saddleback Mountain quadrangle, the stream known as Long Pond Stream sits 36.9 miles north-northeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Franklin County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Long Pond Stream as a stream on the Saddleback Mountain topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/007), under Feature ID 570311. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Long Pond Stream sits at 44.92506° N, 70.62090° W (DMS 44°55′30″ N, 70°37′15″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.89944° N, 70.61083° W (DMS 44°53′58″ N, 70°36′39″ W) — useful for anglers and paddlers tracing the upstream end.
Other streams in Franklin County, Maine
Franklin County, ME contains 134 streams catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Long Pond Stream itself. The ones closest to Long Pond Stream:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cascade Stream | Saddleback Mountain | 0.5 mi |
| Mill Brook | Saddleback Mountain | 0.9 mi |
| Nile Brook | Rangeley | 1.4 mi |
| Haley Brook | Saddleback Mountain | 2.1 mi |
| Hatchery Brook | Rangeley | 3.3 mi |
| Geneva Bog Brook | Saddleback Mountain | 3.9 mi |
| Martin Brook | Rangeley | 4 mi |
| Mountain Pond Stream | Rangeley | 4.1 mi |
| Rock Pond Stream | Saddleback Mountain | 4.2 mi |
| Haley Brook | Saddleback Mountain | 4.5 mi |
Features on the USGS Saddleback Mountain Quadrangle
The Saddleback Mountain 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 24 catalogued natural features alongside Long Pond Stream. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cascade Stream | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Mill Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| City Pond | Reservoirs | Franklin County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Haley Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Oakes Nubble | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 2.8 mi |
| Long Pond | Lakes | Franklin County, ME | 2.8 mi |
| Sandy River Ponds | Lakes | Franklin County, ME | 3.6 mi |
| Geneva Bog Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 3.9 mi |
| Midway Pond | Lakes | Franklin County, ME | 3.9 mi |
| Rock Pond Stream | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 4.2 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing NNE out of Bethel for 36.9 miles (north-northeast) and you reach Long Pond Stream; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 63 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. Being this far north (lat 44.925°), first snows typically arrive by mid-October and linger into early May — narrow the window accordingly. At 36.9 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Long Pond Stream track the nearby Cascade Stream (0.5 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Long Pond Stream
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cascade Stream | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Greenvale Cove | Bays | Franklin County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Mill Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Nile Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Haines Point | Capes | Franklin County, ME | 1.5 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Long Pond Stream located?
Long Pond Stream is in Franklin County, Maine, approximately 36.9 miles north-northeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Saddleback Mountain topographic quadrangle.
How far is Long Pond Stream from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 63 minutes, 36.9 miles north-northeast (bearing NNE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Long Pond Stream?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Long Pond Stream as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 570311 on the Saddleback Mountain quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Long Pond Stream?
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible.
How many other streams are in Franklin County, Maine?
GNIS lists 133 other streams in Franklin County, Maine.