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Tingley Brook — Streams 29.3 Miles SSE of Chapman Inn
Cumberland County, Maine · USGS North Sebago Quadrangle · GNIS 1913216
Within Cumberland County, Maine, on the USGS North Sebago quadrangle, the stream known as Tingley Brook sits 29.3 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Cumberland County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Tingley Brook as a stream on the North Sebago topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/005), under Feature ID 1913216. Catalogued in GNIS since 05/08/2001.
Coordinates & physical setting
Tingley Brook sits at 43.99313° N, 70.64534° W (DMS 43°59′35″ N, 70°38′43″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.01313° N, 70.67812° W (DMS 44°00′47″ N, 70°40′41″ 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 Tingley Brook itself. The ones closest to Tingley Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Gristmill Brook | North Sebago | 2.2 mi |
| Thomes Brook | Bridgton | 2.5 mi |
| Town Farm Brook | North Sebago | 2.7 mi |
| Muddy River | North Sebago | 3.1 mi |
| Bartlett Brook | Naples | 3.7 mi |
| Burgess Brook | Casco | 3.7 mi |
| Weeman Brook | North Sebago | 3.7 mi |
| Leavitt Brook | North Sebago | 3.8 mi |
| Mill Brook | Naples | 3.9 mi |
| Smith Brook | Casco | 4 mi |
Features on the USGS North Sebago Quadrangle
The North Sebago 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 59 catalogued natural features alongside Tingley Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pine Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Mast Cove | Bays | Cumberland County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Stimpsons Point | Capes | Cumberland County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Skid Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1 mi |
| Perley Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1 mi |
| Perley Meadow | Swamps | Cumberland County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Byrons Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Holt Pond | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 2 mi |
| Gristmill Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Town Farm Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 2.7 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SSE out of Bethel for 29.3 miles (south-southeast) and you reach Tingley Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 50 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (43.993°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 29.3 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Tingley Brook track the nearby Pine Island (0.2 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Tingley Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pine Island | Islands | Cumberland County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Mast Cove | Bays | Cumberland County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Stimpsons Point | Capes | Cumberland County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Long Point | Capes | Cumberland County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Skid Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Tingley Brook located?
Tingley Brook is in Cumberland County, Maine, approximately 29.3 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS North Sebago topographic quadrangle.
How far is Tingley Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 50 minutes, 29.3 miles south-southeast (bearing SSE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Tingley Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Tingley Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 1913216 on the North Sebago quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Tingley 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.