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Mitchell Brook — Streams 17.9 Miles NE of Chapman Inn
Franklin County, Maine · USGS Rumford Quadrangle · GNIS 571466
Within Franklin County, Maine, on the USGS Rumford quadrangle, the stream known as Mitchell Brook sits 17.9 miles northeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Franklin County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Mitchell Brook as a stream on the Rumford topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/007), under Feature ID 571466. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Mitchell Brook sits at 44.60617° N, 70.56007° W (DMS 44°36′22″ N, 70°33′36″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.63534° N, 70.52868° W (DMS 44°38′07″ N, 70°31′43″ 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 Mitchell Brook itself. The ones closest to Mitchell Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hanscom Brook | Dixfield | 4 mi |
| Hutchinson Brook | Weld | 4.2 mi |
| Kittredge Brook | Dixfield | 4.4 mi |
| Dunning Brook | Weld | 5.1 mi |
| Lapham Brook | Weld | 5.3 mi |
| Durgin Brook | Dixfield | 5.4 mi |
| Basin Brook | Weld | 6.1 mi |
| Berry Brook | Weld | 6.9 mi |
| Green Brook | Weld | 6.9 mi |
| Webb River | Dixfield | 7.2 mi |
Features on the USGS Rumford Quadrangle
The Rumford 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 28 catalogued natural features alongside Mitchell Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walton Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.1 mi |
| Goff Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Swift River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Thompson Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Carr Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Lake Mountain | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 2.3 mi |
| Scotty Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 2.6 mi |
| Halfmoon Pond | Lakes | Franklin County, ME | 2.9 mi |
| Edmunds Bog Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 3.1 mi |
| Swains Notch | Gaps | Oxford County, ME | 3.1 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing NE out of Bethel for 17.9 miles (northeast) and you reach Mitchell Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 31 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 44.606°), first snows typically arrive by mid-October and linger into early May — narrow the window accordingly. At 17.9 miles from the Inn, plan on a comfortable day trip with time for lunch on the road. Conditions at Mitchell Brook track the nearby Walton Brook stream (essentially adjacent) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Mitchell Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walton Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.1 mi |
| Goff Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Swift River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Thompson Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Carr Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.2 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Mitchell Brook located?
Mitchell Brook is in Franklin County, Maine, approximately 17.9 miles northeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Rumford topographic quadrangle.
How far is Mitchell Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 31 minutes, 17.9 miles northeast (bearing NE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Mitchell Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Mitchell Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 571466 on the Rumford quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Mitchell Brook?
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.