Redington Stream — Streams 42.7 Miles NNE of Chapman Inn
Franklin County, Maine · USGS Saddleback Mountain Quadrangle · GNIS 574109
Within Franklin County, Maine, on the USGS Saddleback Mountain quadrangle, the stream known as Redington Stream sits 42.7 miles north-northeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Franklin County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Redington Stream as a stream on the Saddleback Mountain topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/007), under Feature ID 574109. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Redington Stream sits at 44.99950° N, 70.55035° W (DMS 44°59′58″ N, 70°33′01″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.95367° N, 70.47590° W (DMS 44°57′13″ N, 70°28′33″ 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 Redington Stream itself. The ones closest to Redington Stream:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cold Stream | Saddleback Mountain | 0.7 mi |
| Haley Brook | Saddleback Mountain | 2.1 mi |
| Rock Pond Stream | Saddleback Mountain | 2.4 mi |
| Geneva Bog Brook | Saddleback Mountain | 2.5 mi |
| Quill Pond Brook | Quill Hill | 2.9 mi |
| Baker Brook | Quill Hill | 4.9 mi |
| Hatchery Brook | Rangeley | 5.6 mi |
| Skunk Branch | Black Nubble | 5.7 mi |
| Nile Brook | Rangeley | 5.7 mi |
| West Branch Nash Stream | Quill Hill | 6.2 mi |
Features on the USGS Saddleback Mountain Quadrangle
The Saddleback Mountain 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 24 catalogued natural features alongside Redington Stream. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cold Stream | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Saddleback Lake | Reservoirs | Franklin County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Haley Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Rock Pond Stream | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 2.4 mi |
| Geneva Bog Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 2.5 mi |
| Potato Nubble | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 2.8 mi |
| Oakes Nubble | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 4.3 mi |
| Midway Pond | Lakes | Franklin County, ME | 4.7 mi |
| Saddleback Mountain | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 4.9 mi |
| City Pond | Reservoirs | Franklin County, ME | 5.3 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing NNE out of Bethel for 42.7 miles (north-northeast) and you reach Redington Stream; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 73 minutes.
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 44.999°), first snows typically arrive by mid-October and linger into early May — narrow the window accordingly. At 42.7 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Redington Stream track the nearby Cold Stream (0.7 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Redington Stream
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cold Stream | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Dill Pond | Lakes | Franklin County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Saddleback Lake | Reservoirs | Franklin County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Haley Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Quill Pond | Lakes | Franklin County, ME | 2.1 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Redington Stream located?
Redington Stream is in Franklin County, Maine, approximately 42.7 miles north-northeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Saddleback Mountain topographic quadrangle.
How far is Redington Stream from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 73 minutes, 42.7 miles north-northeast (bearing NNE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Redington Stream?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Redington Stream as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 574109 on the Saddleback Mountain quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Redington 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.