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Panther Run — Streams 39.0 Miles SSE of Chapman Inn
Cumberland County, Maine · USGS Raymond Quadrangle · GNIS 572955
39.0 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn, on the USGS Raymond topographic quadrangle, Panther Run 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 Panther Run in Cumberland County, Maine (FIPS 23/005), classified as a stream in the federal GNIS (Feature ID 572955). Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Panther Run sits at 43.88952° N, 70.46894° W (DMS 43°53′22″ N, 70°28′08″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 43.90556° N, 70.46639° W (DMS 43°54′20″ N, 70°27′59″ 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 Panther Run itself. The ones closest to Panther Run:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hyde Brook | Raymond | 1 mi |
| Hayden Brook | Raymond | 1.2 mi |
| Ai Brook | Raymond | 2.3 mi |
| Dingley Brook | Naples | 2.6 mi |
| Outlet Brook | North Windham | 3.2 mi |
| Farwell Brook | Raymond | 3.3 mi |
| Sand Brook | Raymond | 3.3 mi |
| Tenny River | Raymond | 3.5 mi |
| Nubble Brook | Raymond | 3.5 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Raymond | 3.8 mi |
Features on the USGS Raymond Quadrangle
The Raymond 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 55 catalogued natural features alongside Panther Run. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Browns Point | Capes | Cumberland County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Hyde Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1 mi |
| Hayden Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Jordan Bay | Bays | Cumberland County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Dollys Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Mount Hunger | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Brown Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 2 mi |
| Bettys Neck | Capes | Cumberland County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Ai Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 2.3 mi |
| Panther Pond | Reservoirs | Cumberland County, ME | 2.5 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Chapman Inn sits 39.0 miles south-southeast (bearing SSE) of Panther Run. At moderate back-road speeds the drive runs about 67 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 (43.890°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 39.0 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Panther Run track the nearby Browns Point cape (0.6 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Panther Run
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Browns Point | Capes | Cumberland County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Hyde Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1 mi |
| Hayden Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Jordan Bay | Bays | Cumberland County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Dollys Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 1.7 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Panther Run located?
Panther Run is in Cumberland County, Maine, approximately 39.0 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Raymond topographic quadrangle.
How far is Panther Run from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 67 minutes, 39.0 miles south-southeast (bearing SSE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Panther Run?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Panther Run as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 572955 on the Raymond quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Panther Run?
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.