Stanley Stream — Streams 49.5 Miles NE of Chapman Inn
Franklin County, Maine · USGS Kingfield Quadrangle · GNIS 576247
Catalogued on the USGS Kingfield quadrangle in Franklin County, Maine, Stanley Stream — a stream — lies 49.5 miles northeast of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “stream in Franklin County, Maine, United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 576247, Stanley Stream is recorded as a stream on the USGS Kingfield quadrangle in Franklin County, Maine (FIPS 23/007). Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Stanley Stream sits at 44.95978° N, 70.15229° W (DMS 44°57′35″ N, 70°09′08″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.98895° N, 70.11340° W (DMS 44°59′20″ N, 70°06′48″ 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 Stanley Stream itself. The ones closest to Stanley Stream:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| West Branch Carrabassett River | Kingfield | 0.3 mi |
| Alder Stream | Kingfield | 0.6 mi |
| Tufts Pond Brook | Kingfield | 2.2 mi |
| Alder Brook | Kingfield | 2.2 mi |
| Indian Stream | Kingfield | 2.5 mi |
| Taylor Brook | Kingfield | 2.8 mi |
| Rapid Stream | Kingfield | 3.5 mi |
| Norton Brook | Mount Abraham | 4.9 mi |
| Quick Stream | Mount Abraham | 7.3 mi |
| Barker Brook | New Vineyard | 7.9 mi |
Features on the USGS Kingfield Quadrangle
The Kingfield 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 14 catalogued natural features alongside Stanley Stream. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carrabassett River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Franklin County, ME | 0.1 mi |
| West Branch Carrabassett River | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Alder Stream | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Pinnacle Pond | Lakes | Franklin County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Tufts Pond Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Alder Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Indian Stream | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 2.5 mi |
| Freeman Ridge | Ridges | Franklin County, ME | 2.6 mi |
| Taylor Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 2.8 mi |
| Welcome Hill | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 3.2 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
A 85-minute drive along back roads separates the front door of Chapman Inn from Stanley Stream — 49.5 miles northeast as the crow flies, on compass bearing NE.
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 44.960°), first snows typically arrive by mid-October and linger into early May — narrow the window accordingly. At 49.5 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Stanley Stream track the nearby Carrabassett River Reservoir (essentially adjacent) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Stanley Stream
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carrabassett River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Franklin County, ME | 0.1 mi |
| West Branch Carrabassett River | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Alder Stream | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Pinnacle Pond | Lakes | Franklin County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Tufts Pond Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 2.2 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Stanley Stream located?
Stanley Stream is in Franklin County, Maine, approximately 49.5 miles northeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Kingfield topographic quadrangle.
How far is Stanley Stream from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 85 minutes, 49.5 miles northeast (bearing NE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Stanley Stream?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Stanley Stream as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 576247 on the Kingfield quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Stanley 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.
Wikidata: Q35368491.