Taylor Brook — Streams 48.5 Miles NE of Chapman Inn
Franklin County, Maine · USGS Kingfield Quadrangle · GNIS 576674
Within Franklin County, Maine, on the USGS Kingfield quadrangle, the stream known as Taylor Brook sits 48.5 miles northeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Franklin County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Taylor Brook as a stream on the Kingfield topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/007), under Feature ID 576674. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Taylor Brook sits at 44.92450° N, 70.12506° W (DMS 44°55′28″ N, 70°07′30″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.91556° N, 70.17611° W (DMS 44°54′56″ N, 70°10′34″ 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 Taylor Brook itself. The ones closest to Taylor Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Stream | Kingfield | 0.3 mi |
| Stanley Stream | Kingfield | 2.8 mi |
| Alder Stream | Kingfield | 2.9 mi |
| West Branch Carrabassett River | Kingfield | 3 mi |
| Tufts Pond Brook | Kingfield | 4.3 mi |
| Alder Brook | Kingfield | 4.3 mi |
| Rapid Stream | Kingfield | 4.3 mi |
| Barker Brook | New Vineyard | 5.2 mi |
| Gilkey Brook | Strong | 6.8 mi |
| Norton Brook | Mount Abraham | 6.8 mi |
Features on the USGS Kingfield Quadrangle
The Kingfield 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 14 catalogued natural features alongside Taylor Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indian Stream | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Welcome Hill | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Freeman Ridge | Ridges | Franklin County, ME | 2.4 mi |
| Stanley Stream | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 2.8 mi |
| Carrabassett River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Franklin County, ME | 2.8 mi |
| Alder Stream | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 2.9 mi |
| West Branch Carrabassett River | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 3 mi |
| Pinnacle Pond | Lakes | Franklin County, ME | 3.7 mi |
| Tufts Pond Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 4.3 mi |
| Alder Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 4.3 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing NE out of Bethel for 48.5 miles (northeast) and you reach Taylor Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 83 minutes.
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 44.925°), first snows typically arrive by mid-October and linger into early May — narrow the window accordingly. At 48.5 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Taylor Brook track the nearby Bloodsucker Brook stream (essentially adjacent) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Taylor Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bloodsucker Brook | Streams | Somerset County, ME | 0.1 mi |
| Indian Stream | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Pennell Pond | Reservoirs | Somerset County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Welcome Hill | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Freeman Ridge | Ridges | Franklin County, ME | 2.4 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Taylor Brook located?
Taylor Brook is in Franklin County, Maine, approximately 48.5 miles northeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Kingfield topographic quadrangle.
How far is Taylor Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 83 minutes, 48.5 miles northeast (bearing NE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Taylor Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Taylor Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 576674 on the Kingfield quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Taylor Brook?
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.