Stony Brook — Streams 43.0 Miles E of Chapman Inn
Kennebec County, Maine · USGS Belgrade Lakes Quadrangle · GNIS 576395
Within Kennebec County, Maine, on the USGS Belgrade Lakes quadrangle, the stream known as Stony Brook sits 43.0 miles east of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “stream in Kennebec County, United States of America - Geonames ID = 4979985”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Kennebec County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Stony Brook as a stream on the Belgrade Lakes topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/011), under Feature ID 576395. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Stony Brook sits at 44.50812° N, 69.92866° W (DMS 44°30′29″ N, 69°55′43″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.53917° N, 69.94472° W (DMS 44°32′21″ N, 69°56′41″ W) — useful for anglers and paddlers tracing the upstream end.
Other streams in Kennebec County, Maine
Kennebec County, ME contains 43 streams catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Stony Brook itself. The ones closest to Stony Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ingham Stream | Readfield | 2.8 mi |
| Beaver Brook | Belgrade Lakes | 2.9 mi |
| Mill Stream | Belgrade Lakes | 3.1 mi |
| Whittier Brook | Belgrade Lakes | 3.8 mi |
| Moose Pond Stream | Readfield | 4.1 mi |
| Bog Brook | Belgrade | 4.8 mi |
| Rome Trout Brook | Belgrade Lakes | 4.9 mi |
| Intervale Brook | Readfield | 5.1 mi |
| Hopkins Stream | Fayette | 5.2 mi |
| Bog Stream | Readfield | 5.5 mi |
Features on the USGS Belgrade Lakes Quadrangle
The Belgrade Lakes 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 45 catalogued natural features alongside Stony Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Long Pond | Reservoirs | Kennebec County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Castle Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 1 mi |
| Doloff Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Pinewold Point | Capes | Kennebec County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Yallaly Hill | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Loon Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Blueberry Hill | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 2 mi |
| Frink Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| McGaffey Mountain | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Great Pond | Reservoirs | Kennebec County, ME | 2.5 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing E out of Bethel for 43.0 miles (east) and you reach Stony Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 74 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.508°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 43.0 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Stony Brook track the nearby Long Pond reservoir (0.3 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Stony Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Long Pond | Reservoirs | Kennebec County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Green Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Castle Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 1 mi |
| Doloff Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Pinewold Point | Capes | Kennebec County, ME | 1.7 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Stony Brook located?
Stony Brook is in Kennebec County, Maine, approximately 43.0 miles east of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Belgrade Lakes topographic quadrangle.
How far is Stony Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 74 minutes, 43.0 miles east (bearing E) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Stony Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Stony Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 576395 on the Belgrade Lakes quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Stony Brook?
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible.
How many other streams are in Kennebec County, Maine?
GNIS lists 42 other streams in Kennebec County, Maine.
Wikidata: Q35399749.