West Branch Carrabassett River — Streams 49.4 Miles NE of Chapman Inn
Franklin County, Maine · USGS Kingfield Quadrangle · GNIS 578041
Catalogued on the USGS Kingfield quadrangle in Franklin County, Maine, West Branch Carrabassett River — a stream — lies 49.4 miles northeast of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “river in the United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 578041, West Branch Carrabassett River 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
West Branch Carrabassett River sits at 44.96145° N, 70.15784° W (DMS 44°57′41″ N, 70°09′28″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.90061° N, 70.27812° W (DMS 44°54′02″ N, 70°16′41″ 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 West Branch Carrabassett River itself. The ones closest to West Branch Carrabassett River:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stanley Stream | Kingfield | 0.3 mi |
| Alder Stream | Kingfield | 0.4 mi |
| Tufts Pond Brook | Kingfield | 1.9 mi |
| Alder Brook | Kingfield | 1.9 mi |
| Indian Stream | Kingfield | 2.8 mi |
| Taylor Brook | Kingfield | 3 mi |
| Rapid Stream | Kingfield | 3.3 mi |
| Norton Brook | Mount Abraham | 4.6 mi |
| Quick Stream | Mount Abraham | 7.2 mi |
| Barker Brook | New Vineyard | 8.1 mi |
Features on the USGS Kingfield Quadrangle
The Kingfield 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 14 catalogued natural features alongside West Branch Carrabassett River. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carrabassett River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Franklin County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Stanley Stream | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Alder Stream | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Pinnacle Pond | Lakes | Franklin County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Tufts Pond Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Alder Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Freeman Ridge | Ridges | Franklin County, ME | 2.6 mi |
| Indian Stream | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 2.8 mi |
| Taylor Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 3 mi |
| Rapid Stream | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 3.3 mi |
Historical record
The West Branch Carrabassett River is a short tributary of the Carrabassett River in Franklin County, Maine. From the confluence of Quick Stream with a small stream in Salem, the river runs 11.1 miles (17.9 km) northeast to its mouth in Kingfield. More on Wikipedia →
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
A 85-minute drive along back roads separates the front door of Chapman Inn from West Branch Carrabassett River — 49.4 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 44.961°), first snows typically arrive by mid-October and linger into early May — narrow the window accordingly. At 49.4 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at West Branch Carrabassett River track the nearby Carrabassett River Reservoir (0.3 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to West Branch Carrabassett River
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carrabassett River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Franklin County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Stanley Stream | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Alder Stream | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Pinnacle Pond | Lakes | Franklin County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Tufts Pond Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 1.9 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is West Branch Carrabassett River located?
West Branch Carrabassett River is in Franklin County, Maine, approximately 49.4 miles northeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Kingfield topographic quadrangle.
How far is West Branch Carrabassett River from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 85 minutes, 49.4 miles northeast (bearing NE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is West Branch Carrabassett River?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies West Branch Carrabassett River as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 578041 on the Kingfield quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit West Branch Carrabassett River?
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: Q7984512.