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Mountain Brook — Streams 26.6 Miles N of Chapman Inn
Franklin County, Maine · USGS Houghton Quadrangle · GNIS 571799
Within Franklin County, Maine, on the USGS Houghton quadrangle, the stream known as Mountain Brook sits 26.6 miles north of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Franklin County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Mountain Brook as a stream on the Houghton topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/007), under Feature ID 571799. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Mountain Brook sits at 44.78506° N, 70.70257° W (DMS 44°47′06″ N, 70°42′09″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.76922° N, 70.75757° W (DMS 44°46′09″ N, 70°45′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 Mountain Brook itself. The ones closest to Mountain Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Four Ponds Brook | Houghton | 3.3 mi |
| Bemis Stream | Houghton | 4.6 mi |
| Toothaker Brook | Houghton | 6.2 mi |
| Mountain Pond Stream | Rangeley | 7.1 mi |
| Martin Brook | Rangeley | 8.3 mi |
| Haley Brook | Saddleback Mountain | 8.9 mi |
| South Bog Stream | Rangeley | 10.2 mi |
| Mill Brook | Saddleback Mountain | 10.2 mi |
| Cascade Stream | Saddleback Mountain | 10.4 mi |
| Long Pond Stream | Saddleback Mountain | 10.5 mi |
Features on the USGS Houghton Quadrangle
The Houghton 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 18 catalogued natural features alongside Mountain Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Angel Falls | Waterfalls | Franklin County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Brimstone Mountain | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Beaver Pond | Lakes | Franklin County, ME | 2 mi |
| Spencer Pond | Lakes | Franklin County, ME | 2.6 mi |
| Mott Stream | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 3.1 mi |
| Berdeen Stream | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 3.1 mi |
| Four Ponds Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 3.3 mi |
| West Branch Swift River | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 3.3 mi |
| Round Pond | Lakes | Franklin County, ME | 3.7 mi |
| Spruce Mountain | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 4 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing N out of Bethel for 26.6 miles (north) and you reach Mountain Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 46 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 44.785°), first snows typically arrive by mid-October and linger into early May — narrow the window accordingly. At 26.6 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Mountain Brook track the nearby Angel Falls waterfall (0.4 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Mountain Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Angel Falls | Waterfalls | Franklin County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Brimstone Mountain | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Beaver Pond | Lakes | Franklin County, ME | 2 mi |
| Spencer Pond | Lakes | Franklin County, ME | 2.6 mi |
| Mott Stream | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 3.1 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Mountain Brook located?
Mountain Brook is in Franklin County, Maine, approximately 26.6 miles north of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Houghton topographic quadrangle.
How far is Mountain Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 46 minutes, 26.6 miles north (bearing N) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Mountain Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Mountain Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 571799 on the Houghton quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Mountain 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.