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Rolfe Brook — Streams 35.2 Miles SSE of Chapman Inn
Cumberland County, Maine · USGS Raymond Quadrangle · GNIS 561030
35.2 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn, on the USGS Raymond topographic quadrangle, Rolfe 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 Rolfe Brook in Cumberland County, Maine (FIPS 23/005), classified as a stream in the federal GNIS (Feature ID 561030). Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Rolfe Brook sits at 43.94452° N, 70.48506° W (DMS 43°56′40″ N, 70°29′06″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 43.96674° N, 70.51950° W (DMS 43°58′00″ N, 70°31′10″ 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 Rolfe Brook itself. The ones closest to Rolfe Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Meadow Brook | Raymond | 0.4 mi |
| Nubble Brook | Raymond | 0.6 mi |
| Tenny River | Raymond | 0.8 mi |
| Ai Brook | Raymond | 2.2 mi |
| Hayden Brook | Raymond | 3 mi |
| Valley Brook | Raymond | 3.1 mi |
| Dingley Brook | Naples | 3.2 mi |
| Dingley Brook | Naples | 3.4 mi |
| Robinson Brook | Raymond | 3.5 mi |
| Panther Run | Raymond | 3.9 mi |
Features on the USGS Raymond Quadrangle
The Raymond 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 55 catalogued natural features alongside Rolfe Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meadow Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Nubble Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Tenny River | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Nubble Pond | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Nubble Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Panther Pond | Reservoirs | Cumberland County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Rattlesnake Mountain | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Bettys Neck | Capes | Cumberland County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Brown Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Sloanes Cove | Bays | Cumberland County, ME | 2 mi |
Historical record
The U.S. Board on Geographic Names recorded a Official (Board Decision) on January 1, 1982 for this name.
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Chapman Inn sits 35.2 miles south-southeast (bearing SSE) of Rolfe Brook. At moderate back-road speeds the drive runs about 60 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 (43.945°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 35.2 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Rolfe Brook track the nearby Meadow Brook stream (0.4 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Rolfe Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meadow Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Nubble Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Tenny River | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Nubble Pond | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Nubble Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.1 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Rolfe Brook located?
Rolfe Brook is in Cumberland County, Maine, approximately 35.2 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Raymond topographic quadrangle.
How far is Rolfe Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 60 minutes, 35.2 miles south-southeast (bearing SSE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Rolfe Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Rolfe Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 561030 on the Raymond quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Rolfe 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.