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Robinson Brook — Streams 33.0 Miles SSE of Chapman Inn
Cumberland County, Maine · USGS Raymond Quadrangle · GNIS 1912962
33.0 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn, on the USGS Raymond topographic quadrangle, Robinson 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 Robinson Brook in Cumberland County, Maine (FIPS 23/005), classified as a stream in the federal GNIS (Feature ID 1912962). Catalogued in GNIS since 05/08/2001.
Coordinates & physical setting
Robinson Brook sits at 43.99118° N, 70.45783° W (DMS 43°59′28″ N, 70°27′28″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 43.98417° N, 70.47500° W (DMS 43°59′03″ N, 70°28′30″ 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 Robinson Brook itself. The ones closest to Robinson Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Valley Brook | Raymond | 2.5 mi |
| Wilson Brook | Mechanic Falls | 3.1 mi |
| Rolfe Brook | Raymond | 3.5 mi |
| Nubble Brook | Raymond | 3.6 mi |
| Tenny River | Raymond | 3.6 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Raymond | 3.8 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Raymond | 3.8 mi |
| Eastman Brook | Casco | 4.1 mi |
| Mosquito Brook | Gray | 4.6 mi |
| Decker Brook | Naples | 4.7 mi |
Features on the USGS Raymond Quadrangle
The Raymond 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 55 catalogued natural features alongside Robinson Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edwards Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.1 mi |
| Pismire Mountain | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Hog Meadow Pond | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Tenny Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Crescent Lake | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Dumpling Pond | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Raymond Pond | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 2 mi |
| Rattlesnake Mountain | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Coffee Pond | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Valley Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 2.5 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Chapman Inn sits 33.0 miles south-southeast (bearing SSE) of Robinson Brook. At moderate back-road speeds the drive runs about 56 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 (43.991°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 33.0 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Robinson Brook track the nearby Edwards Brook stream (essentially adjacent) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Robinson Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edwards Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.1 mi |
| Pismire Mountain | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Hog Meadow Pond | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Tenny Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Crescent Lake | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 1.3 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Robinson Brook located?
Robinson Brook is in Cumberland County, Maine, approximately 33.0 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Raymond topographic quadrangle.
How far is Robinson Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 56 minutes, 33.0 miles south-southeast (bearing SSE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Robinson Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Robinson Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 1912962 on the Raymond quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Robinson 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.