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Wilson Brook — Streams 34.0 Miles SE of Chapman Inn
Cumberland County, Maine · USGS Mechanic Falls Quadrangle · GNIS 1913162
Within Cumberland County, Maine, on the USGS Mechanic Falls quadrangle, the stream known as Wilson Brook sits 34.0 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 Wilson Brook as a stream on the Mechanic Falls topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/005), under Feature ID 1913162. Catalogued in GNIS since 05/08/2001.
Coordinates & physical setting
Wilson Brook sits at 44.00091° N, 70.39672° W (DMS 44°00′03″ N, 70°23′48″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 43.98396° N, 70.40228° W (DMS 43°59′02″ N, 70°24′08″ 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 Wilson Brook itself. The ones closest to Wilson Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mosquito Brook | Gray | 2.5 mi |
| Westcott Brook | Gray | 2.6 mi |
| Valley Brook | Raymond | 3.1 mi |
| Robinson Brook | Raymond | 3.1 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Raymond | 3.3 mi |
| Lily Pond Brook | Gray | 4.2 mi |
| Foster Brook | Minot | 5 mi |
| Sucker Brook | Raymond | 5.5 mi |
| Tenny River | Raymond | 5.6 mi |
| Nubble Brook | Raymond | 5.7 mi |
Features on the USGS Mechanic Falls Quadrangle
The Mechanic Falls 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 48 catalogued natural features alongside Wilson Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upper Range Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| May Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 1 mi |
| Range Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Black Cat Mountain | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Middle Range Pond | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Estes Bog | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Middle Range Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| White Oak Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 2.7 mi |
| Johnson Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 3.1 mi |
| Oak Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 3.5 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SE out of Bethel for 34.0 miles (southeast) and you reach Wilson Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 58 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.001°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 34.0 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Wilson Brook track the nearby Upper Range Pond lake (0.3 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Wilson Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upper Range Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| May Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 1 mi |
| Shaker Bog | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Range Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Black Cat Mountain | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.3 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Wilson Brook located?
Wilson Brook is in Cumberland County, Maine, approximately 34.0 miles southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Mechanic Falls topographic quadrangle.
How far is Wilson Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 58 minutes, 34.0 miles southeast (bearing SE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Wilson Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Wilson Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 1913162 on the Mechanic Falls quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Wilson 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: Q34917372.