Thoits Branch — Streams 46.1 Miles SE of Chapman Inn
Cumberland County, Maine · USGS North Pownal Quadrangle · GNIS 576978
46.1 miles southeast of Chapman Inn, on the USGS North Pownal topographic quadrangle, Thoits Branch is a stream recorded in Cumberland County, Maine by the federal Geographic Names Information System.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
The USGS North Pownal 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle places Thoits Branch in Cumberland County, Maine (FIPS 23/005), classified as a stream in the federal GNIS (Feature ID 576978). Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Thoits Branch sits at 43.89008° N, 70.19644° W (DMS 43°53′24″ N, 70°11′47″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 43.92778° N, 70.17500° W (DMS 43°55′40″ N, 70°10′30″ 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 Thoits Branch itself. The ones closest to Thoits Branch:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| East Branch Chandler Brook | Yarmouth | 1.6 mi |
| Collins Brook | North Pownal | 2.3 mi |
| Chandler Brook | Yarmouth | 2.5 mi |
| Toddy Brook | Yarmouth | 3.4 mi |
| Deer Brook | Cumberland Center | 3.5 mi |
| Runaround Brook | North Pownal | 4 mi |
| Collyer Brook | Gray | 4.1 mi |
| Bear Brook | Gray | 4.3 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Gray | 5.8 mi |
| Stevens Brook | Gray | 5.9 mi |
Features on the USGS North Pownal Quadrangle
The North Pownal 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 16 catalogued natural features alongside Thoits Branch. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marston Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Bradbury Mountain | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Tryon Mountain | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Bibber Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Collins Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 2.3 mi |
| Pisgah Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 2.7 mi |
| Alder Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 4 mi |
| Runaround Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 4 mi |
| Runaround Pond | Reservoirs | Androscoggin County, ME | 4.5 mi |
| Libby Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 4.6 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Chapman Inn sits 46.1 miles southeast (bearing SE) of Thoits Branch. At moderate back-road speeds the drive runs about 79 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 (43.890°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 46.1 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Thoits Branch track the nearby Marston Hill summit (0.9 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Thoits Branch
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marston Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Bradbury Mountain | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| East Branch Chandler Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Tryon Mountain | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Bibber Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.9 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Thoits Branch located?
Thoits Branch is in Cumberland County, Maine, approximately 46.1 miles southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS North Pownal topographic quadrangle.
How far is Thoits Branch from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 79 minutes, 46.1 miles southeast (bearing SE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Thoits Branch?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Thoits Branch as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 576978 on the North Pownal quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Thoits Branch?
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.