Samborn Brook — Streams 48.1 Miles SSE of Chapman Inn
Cumberland County, Maine · USGS Gorham Quadrangle · GNIS 574804
Catalogued on the USGS Gorham quadrangle in Cumberland County, Maine, Samborn Brook — a stream — lies 48.1 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 574804, Samborn Brook is recorded as a stream on the USGS Gorham quadrangle in Cumberland County, Maine (FIPS 23/005). Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Samborn Brook sits at 43.74258° N, 70.48783° W (DMS 43°44′33″ N, 70°29′16″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 43.75480° N, 70.50200° W (DMS 43°45′17″ N, 70°30′07″ 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 Samborn Brook itself. The ones closest to Samborn Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Skunk Knoll Brook | Gorham | 0.1 mi |
| Westcott Brook | Gorham | 0.3 mi |
| Cold Spring Brook | Gorham | 0.8 mi |
| Nason Brook | North Windham | 2.2 mi |
| Pleasant River | North Windham | 2.3 mi |
| Ward Brook | Gorham | 2.4 mi |
| Black Brook | Gorham | 2.9 mi |
| Sticky River | Sebago Lake | 3.5 mi |
| Otter Brook | North Windham | 4.4 mi |
| Ditch Brook | North Windham | 5.9 mi |
Features on the USGS Gorham Quadrangle
The Gorham 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 9 catalogued natural features alongside Samborn Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skunk Knoll Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.1 mi |
| Westcott Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Skunk Knoll | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Cold Spring Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Shad Gully | Valleys | Cumberland County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Pleasant Ridge | Ridges | Cumberland County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Ward Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 2.4 mi |
| Black Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 2.9 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
A 83-minute drive along back roads separates the front door of Chapman Inn from Samborn Brook — 48.1 miles south-southeast as the crow flies, on compass bearing SSE.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (43.743°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 48.1 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Samborn Brook track the nearby Skunk Knoll Brook stream (essentially adjacent) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Samborn Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skunk Knoll Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.1 mi |
| Westcott Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Skunk Knoll | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Cold Spring Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Shad Gully | Valleys | Cumberland County, ME | 1.2 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Samborn Brook located?
Samborn Brook is in Cumberland County, Maine, approximately 48.1 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Gorham topographic quadrangle.
How far is Samborn Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 83 minutes, 48.1 miles south-southeast (bearing SSE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Samborn Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Samborn Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 574804 on the Gorham quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Samborn 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.