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Nubble Brook — Streams 35.7 Miles SSE of Chapman Inn
Cumberland County, Maine · USGS Raymond Quadrangle · GNIS 576252
35.7 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn, on the USGS Raymond topographic quadrangle, Nubble Brook is a stream recorded in Cumberland County, Maine by the federal Geographic Names Information System.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
The USGS Raymond 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle places Nubble Brook in Cumberland County, Maine (FIPS 23/005), classified as a stream in the federal GNIS (Feature ID 576252). Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Nubble Brook sits at 43.94035° N, 70.47561° W (DMS 43°56′25″ N, 70°28′32″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 43.95056° N, 70.47667° W (DMS 43°57′02″ N, 70°28′36″ 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 Nubble Brook itself. The ones closest to Nubble Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Tenny River | Raymond | 0.2 mi |
| Rolfe Brook | Raymond | 0.6 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Raymond | 0.8 mi |
| Ai Brook | Raymond | 1.7 mi |
| Hayden Brook | Raymond | 2.6 mi |
| Valley Brook | Raymond | 2.8 mi |
| Dingley Brook | Naples | 3.2 mi |
| Panther Run | Raymond | 3.5 mi |
| Robinson Brook | Raymond | 3.6 mi |
| Dingley Brook | Naples | 3.7 mi |
Features on the USGS Raymond Quadrangle
The Raymond 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 55 catalogued natural features alongside Nubble Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tenny River | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Rolfe Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Nubble Pond | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Panther Pond | Reservoirs | Cumberland County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Nubble Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Sloanes Cove | Bays | Cumberland County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Bettys Neck | Capes | Cumberland County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Ai Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Brown Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.7 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Chapman Inn sits 35.7 miles south-southeast (bearing SSE) of Nubble Brook. At moderate back-road speeds the drive runs about 61 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 (43.940°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 35.7 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Nubble Brook track the nearby Tenny River stream (0.2 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Nubble Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tenny River | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Rolfe Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Nubble Pond | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Panther Pond | Reservoirs | Cumberland County, ME | 1.1 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Nubble Brook located?
Nubble Brook is in Cumberland County, Maine, approximately 35.7 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Raymond topographic quadrangle.
How far is Nubble Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 61 minutes, 35.7 miles south-southeast (bearing SSE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Nubble Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Nubble Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 576252 on the Raymond quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Nubble 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.