Nason Brook — Streams 47.7 Miles SSE of Chapman Inn
Cumberland County, Maine · USGS North Windham Quadrangle · GNIS 572064
47.7 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn, on the USGS North Windham topographic quadrangle, Nason Brook is a stream recorded in Cumberland County, Maine by the federal Geographic Names Information System.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
The USGS North Windham 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle places Nason Brook in Cumberland County, Maine (FIPS 23/005), classified as a stream in the federal GNIS (Feature ID 572064). Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Nason Brook sits at 43.75952° N, 70.44978° W (DMS 43°45′34″ N, 70°26′59″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 43.80722° N, 70.47361° W (DMS 43°48′26″ N, 70°28′25″ W) — useful for anglers and paddlers tracing the upstream end.
Other streams in Cumberland County, Maine
Cumberland County, ME contains 110 streams catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Nason Brook itself. The ones closest to Nason Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pleasant River | North Windham | 0.2 mi |
| Ward Brook | Gorham | 1.6 mi |
| Black Brook | Gorham | 1.8 mi |
| Cold Spring Brook | Gorham | 1.9 mi |
| Westcott Brook | Gorham | 2 mi |
| Skunk Knoll Brook | Gorham | 2.2 mi |
| Samborn Brook | Gorham | 2.2 mi |
| Otter Brook | North Windham | 2.8 mi |
| Ditch Brook | North Windham | 3.8 mi |
| McIntosh Brook | Cumberland Center | 4.8 mi |
Features on the USGS North Windham Quadrangle
The North Windham 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 58 catalogued natural features alongside Nason Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pleasant River | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Crendell Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Dundee Falls | Waterfalls | Cumberland County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Reed Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Dundee Pond | Reservoirs | Cumberland County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Timmons Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 2.5 mi |
| Allie Hawks Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 2.8 mi |
| Otter Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 2.8 mi |
| Woodbury Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 2.8 mi |
| Windham Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 2.8 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Chapman Inn sits 47.7 miles south-southeast (bearing SSE) of Nason Brook. At moderate back-road speeds the drive runs about 82 minutes — comfortably inside a half-day outing window after breakfast.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (43.760°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 47.7 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Nason Brook track the nearby Pleasant River stream (0.2 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Nason Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pleasant River | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Crendell Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Dundee Falls | Waterfalls | Cumberland County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Pleasant Ridge | Ridges | Cumberland County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Reed Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.2 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Nason Brook located?
Nason Brook is in Cumberland County, Maine, approximately 47.7 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS North Windham topographic quadrangle.
How far is Nason Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 82 minutes, 47.7 miles south-southeast (bearing SSE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Nason Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Nason Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 572064 on the North Windham quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Nason Brook?
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible.
How many other streams are in Cumberland County, Maine?
GNIS lists 109 other streams in Cumberland County, Maine.