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Pleasant River — Streams 47.8 Miles SSE of Chapman Inn
Cumberland County, Maine · USGS North Windham Quadrangle · GNIS 573515
Within Cumberland County, Maine, on the USGS North Windham quadrangle, the stream known as Pleasant River sits 47.8 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “tributary of the Presumpscot River in Cumberland County, Maine, United States”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Cumberland County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Pleasant River as a stream on the North Windham topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/005), under Feature ID 573515. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Pleasant River sits at 43.75869° N, 70.44672° W (DMS 43°45′31″ N, 70°26′48″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 43.88091° N, 70.30950° W (DMS 43°52′51″ N, 70°18′34″ 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 Pleasant River itself. The ones closest to Pleasant River:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Nason Brook | North Windham | 0.2 mi |
| Ward Brook | Gorham | 1.5 mi |
| Black Brook | Gorham | 1.7 mi |
| Cold Spring Brook | Gorham | 1.9 mi |
| Westcott Brook | Gorham | 2.1 mi |
| Skunk Knoll Brook | Gorham | 2.3 mi |
| Samborn Brook | Gorham | 2.3 mi |
| Otter Brook | North Windham | 2.8 mi |
| Ditch Brook | North Windham | 3.8 mi |
| McIntosh Brook | Cumberland Center | 4.7 mi |
Features on the USGS North Windham Quadrangle
The North Windham 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 58 catalogued natural features alongside Pleasant River. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nason Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Crendell Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Reed Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Dundee Falls | Waterfalls | Cumberland County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Dundee Pond | Reservoirs | Cumberland County, ME | 2 mi |
| Timmons Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 2.4 mi |
| Allie Hawks Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 2.7 mi |
| Windham Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 2.8 mi |
| Otter Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 2.8 mi |
| Woodbury Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 3 mi |
Historical record
The Pleasant River is a 13.1-mile-long (21.1 km) tributary of the Presumpscot River in the U.S. state of Maine. Open the Wikipedia article →
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SSE out of Bethel for 47.8 miles (south-southeast) and you reach Pleasant River; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 82 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (43.759°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 47.8 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Pleasant River track the nearby Nason Brook stream (0.2 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Pleasant River
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nason Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Crendell Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Reed Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Pleasant Ridge | Ridges | Cumberland County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Dundee Falls | Waterfalls | Cumberland County, ME | 1.2 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Pleasant River located?
Pleasant River is in Cumberland County, Maine, approximately 47.8 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS North Windham topographic quadrangle.
How far is Pleasant River from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 82 minutes, 47.8 miles south-southeast (bearing SSE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Pleasant River?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Pleasant River as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 573515 on the North Windham quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Pleasant River?
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.
Wikidata: Q7203953.