Westcott Brook — Streams 36.6 Miles SE of Chapman Inn
Cumberland County, Maine · USGS Gray Quadrangle · GNIS 578240
Within Cumberland County, Maine, on the USGS Gray quadrangle, the stream known as Westcott Brook sits 36.6 miles southeast of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “river in Cumberland County, Maine, United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Cumberland County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Westcott Brook as a stream on the Gray topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/005), under Feature ID 578240. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Westcott Brook sits at 43.97369° N, 70.36144° W (DMS 43°58′25″ N, 70°21′41″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 43.97452° N, 70.39422° W (DMS 43°58′28″ N, 70°23′39″ 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 Westcott Brook itself. The ones closest to Westcott Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mosquito Brook | Gray | 0.6 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Raymond | 2.5 mi |
| Wilson Brook | Mechanic Falls | 2.6 mi |
| Lily Pond Brook | Gray | 2.6 mi |
| Valley Brook | Raymond | 3.4 mi |
| Sucker Brook | Raymond | 4.1 mi |
| Foster Brook | Minot | 4.2 mi |
| Eddy Brook | Gray | 4.2 mi |
| Mill Brook | Gray | 4.2 mi |
| Hatchery Brook | Gray | 4.4 mi |
Features on the USGS Gray Quadrangle
The Gray 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 25 catalogued natural features alongside Westcott Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sabbathday Pond | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Mosquito Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Snows Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| The Sinkhole | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Shaker Bog | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Little Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Chandler Mill Pond | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 2.3 mi |
| Lily Pond Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 2.6 mi |
| Pumpkin Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 2.9 mi |
| Brandy Bog | Swamps | Cumberland County, ME | 2.9 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SE out of Bethel for 36.6 miles (southeast) and you reach Westcott Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 63 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (43.974°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 36.6 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Westcott Brook track the nearby Sabbathday Pond lake (0.5 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Westcott Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sabbathday Pond | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Mosquito Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Snows Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| The Sinkhole | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Shaker Bog | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.7 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Westcott Brook located?
Westcott Brook is in Cumberland County, Maine, approximately 36.6 miles southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Gray topographic quadrangle.
How far is Westcott Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 63 minutes, 36.6 miles southeast (bearing SE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Westcott Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Westcott Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 578240 on the Gray quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Westcott 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.
Wikidata: Q34878784.