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McGurdy Stream — Streams 39.1 Miles ENE of Chapman Inn
Franklin County, Maine · USGS Farmington Falls Quadrangle · GNIS 570989
Within Franklin County, Maine, on the USGS Farmington Falls quadrangle, the stream known as McGurdy Stream sits 39.1 miles east-northeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Franklin County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists McGurdy Stream as a stream on the Farmington Falls topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/007), under Feature ID 570989. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
McGurdy Stream sits at 44.62062° N, 70.05450° W (DMS 44°37′14″ N, 70°03′16″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.49312° N, 70.09089° W (DMS 44°29′35″ N, 70°05′27″ 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 McGurdy Stream itself. The ones closest to McGurdy Stream:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wilson Stream | Farmington Falls | 1.1 mi |
| Bragdon Brook | New Sharon | 1.4 mi |
| Whittier Brook | Farmington Falls | 1.9 mi |
| Muddy Brook | New Sharon | 2.1 mi |
| Beales Brook | New Sharon | 2.1 mi |
| Little Norridgewock Stream | Farmington Falls | 2.3 mi |
| Cascade Brook | Farmington | 4 mi |
| Fillibrown Brook | Mercer | 4.6 mi |
| Goodrich Brook | New Sharon | 4.8 mi |
| Temple Stream | Farmington | 5.1 mi |
Features on the USGS Farmington Falls Quadrangle
The Farmington Falls 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 24 catalogued natural features alongside McGurdy Stream. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wilson Stream | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Whittier Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Cape Cod Hill | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Crowell Pond | Lakes | Franklin County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Little Norridgewock Stream | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 2.3 mi |
| Old Bluff Hill | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 2.7 mi |
| Blabon Hill | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 3.5 mi |
| Zion Hill | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 3.8 mi |
| York Hill | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 4.2 mi |
| Locke Pond | Lakes | Franklin County, ME | 4.3 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing ENE out of Bethel for 39.1 miles (east-northeast) and you reach McGurdy Stream; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 67 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 44.621°), first snows typically arrive by mid-October and linger into early May — narrow the window accordingly. At 39.1 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at McGurdy Stream track the nearby Wilson Stream (1.1 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to McGurdy Stream
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wilson Stream | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Bragdon Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Whittier Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Cape Cod Hill | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Muddy Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 2.1 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is McGurdy Stream located?
McGurdy Stream is in Franklin County, Maine, approximately 39.1 miles east-northeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Farmington Falls topographic quadrangle.
How far is McGurdy Stream from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 67 minutes, 39.1 miles east-northeast (bearing ENE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is McGurdy Stream?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies McGurdy Stream as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 570989 on the Farmington Falls quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit McGurdy 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.