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Perham Stream — Streams 39.6 Miles NNE of Chapman Inn
Franklin County, Maine · USGS Redington Quadrangle · GNIS 573196
Catalogued on the USGS Redington quadrangle in Franklin County, Maine, Perham Stream — a stream — lies 39.6 miles north-northeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 573196, Perham Stream is recorded as a stream on the USGS Redington quadrangle in Franklin County, Maine (FIPS 23/007). Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Perham Stream sits at 44.90506° N, 70.39757° W (DMS 44°54′18″ N, 70°23′51″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.98561° N, 70.35590° W (DMS 44°59′08″ N, 70°21′21″ 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 Perham Stream itself. The ones closest to Perham Stream:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hardy Stream | Redington | 1.7 mi |
| Conant Stream | Redington | 2.5 mi |
| Winship Stream | Redington | 2.8 mi |
| Orbeton Stream | Madrid | 3.5 mi |
| Cottle Brook | Madrid | 3.7 mi |
| Saddleback Stream | Madrid | 4.2 mi |
| South Branch Sandy River | Madrid | 4.3 mi |
| Crossman Stream | Madrid | 6 mi |
| Quick Stream | Mount Abraham | 6.2 mi |
| Chandler Mill Stream | Jackson Mountain | 6.6 mi |
Features on the USGS Redington Quadrangle
The Redington 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 12 catalogued natural features alongside Perham Stream. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beal Pond | Lakes | Franklin County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Hardy Stream | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Conant Stream | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 2.5 mi |
| Mecham Hill | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 2.7 mi |
| Winship Stream | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 2.8 mi |
| Potato Hill | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 3.6 mi |
| Winslow Pond | Lakes | Franklin County, ME | 3.6 mi |
| Saddleback Junior | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 4.7 mi |
| Saddleback Pond | Lakes | Franklin County, ME | 5 mi |
| Poplar Ridge | Ridges | Franklin County, ME | 5.3 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
A 68-minute drive along back roads separates the front door of Chapman Inn from Perham Stream — 39.6 miles north-northeast as the crow flies, on compass bearing NNE.
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 44.905°), first snows typically arrive by mid-October and linger into early May — narrow the window accordingly. At 39.6 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Perham Stream track the nearby Beal Pond lake (0.6 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Perham Stream
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beal Pond | Lakes | Franklin County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Hardy Stream | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Conant Stream | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 2.5 mi |
| Toothaker Pond | Lakes | Franklin County, ME | 2.5 mi |
| Mecham Hill | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 2.7 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Perham Stream located?
Perham Stream is in Franklin County, Maine, approximately 39.6 miles north-northeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Redington topographic quadrangle.
How far is Perham Stream from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 68 minutes, 39.6 miles north-northeast (bearing NNE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Perham Stream?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Perham Stream as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 573196 on the Redington quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Perham Stream?
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.