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Wilson Stream — Streams 29.7 Miles ENE of Chapman Inn
Franklin County, Maine · USGS East Dixfield Quadrangle · GNIS 578557
Catalogued on the USGS East Dixfield quadrangle in Franklin County, Maine, Wilson Stream — a stream — lies 29.7 miles east-northeast of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “river in the United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 578557, Wilson Stream is recorded as a stream on the USGS East Dixfield quadrangle in Franklin County, Maine (FIPS 23/007). Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Wilson Stream sits at 44.60701° N, 70.25617° W (DMS 44°36′25″ N, 70°15′22″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.67006° N, 70.34923° W (DMS 44°40′12″ N, 70°20′57″ 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 Wilson Stream itself. The ones closest to Wilson Stream:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bates Brook | East Dixfield | 0.4 mi |
| Pine Brook | East Dixfield | 0.8 mi |
| Stony Brook | Wilton | 2 mi |
| Coubers Brook | Wilton | 2.4 mi |
| Varnum Stream | Wilton | 2.4 mi |
| Temple Brook | Mount Blue | 2.5 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Wilton | 2.6 mi |
| Dakin Brook | Mount Blue | 2.6 mi |
| Butterfield Brook | East Dixfield | 3.2 mi |
| Potash Brook | East Dixfield | 3.2 mi |
Features on the USGS East Dixfield Quadrangle
The East Dixfield 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 30 catalogued natural features alongside Wilson Stream. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bates Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Wilson Pond | Lakes | Franklin County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Pine Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Walker Hill | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Law Mountain | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 2.7 mi |
| Butterfield Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 3.2 mi |
| Potash Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 3.2 mi |
| Allen Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 3.3 mi |
| Tucker Valley Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 3.4 mi |
| Hugh Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 3.6 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
A 51-minute drive along back roads separates the front door of Chapman Inn from Wilson Stream — 29.7 miles east-northeast as the crow flies, on compass bearing ENE.
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 44.607°), first snows typically arrive by mid-October and linger into early May — narrow the window accordingly. At 29.7 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Wilson Stream track the nearby Bates Brook stream (0.4 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Wilson Stream
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bates Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Wilson Pond | Lakes | Franklin County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Pine Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Walker Hill | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Wilson Pond | Reservoirs | Franklin County, ME | 1.9 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Wilson Stream located?
Wilson Stream is in Franklin County, Maine, approximately 29.7 miles east-northeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS East Dixfield topographic quadrangle.
How far is Wilson Stream from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 51 minutes, 29.7 miles east-northeast (bearing ENE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Wilson Stream?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Wilson Stream as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 578557 on the East Dixfield quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Wilson Stream?
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: Q34918927.