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Wilson Stream — Streams 38.1 Miles ENE of Chapman Inn
Franklin County, Maine · USGS Farmington Falls Quadrangle · GNIS 578558
Within Franklin County, Maine, on the USGS Farmington Falls quadrangle, the stream known as Wilson Stream sits 38.1 miles east-northeast of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “river in Franklin County, Maine, United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Franklin County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Wilson Stream as a stream on the Farmington Falls topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/007), under Feature ID 578558. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Wilson Stream sits at 44.62034° N, 70.07784° W (DMS 44°37′13″ N, 70°04′40″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.58562° N, 70.23312° W (DMS 44°35′08″ N, 70°13′59″ 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 |
|---|---|---|
| McGurdy Stream | Farmington Falls | 1.1 mi |
| Beales Brook | New Sharon | 1.2 mi |
| Little Norridgewock Stream | Farmington Falls | 1.4 mi |
| Bragdon Brook | New Sharon | 2.2 mi |
| Whittier Brook | Farmington Falls | 2.6 mi |
| Muddy Brook | New Sharon | 2.9 mi |
| Cascade Brook | Farmington | 3.1 mi |
| Temple Stream | Farmington | 4.1 mi |
| Beaver Brook | Farmington | 4.6 mi |
| Goodrich Brook | New Sharon | 5 mi |
Features on the USGS Farmington Falls Quadrangle
The Farmington Falls 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 24 catalogued natural features alongside Wilson Stream. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| McGurdy Stream | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Little Norridgewock Stream | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Whittier Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 2.6 mi |
| Old Bluff Hill | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 2.7 mi |
| Crowell Pond | Lakes | Franklin County, ME | 2.8 mi |
| Cape Cod Hill | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 3 mi |
| Zion Hill | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 3.2 mi |
| Blabon Hill | Summits | Franklin County, ME | 3.4 mi |
| Locke Pond | Lakes | Franklin County, ME | 3.5 mi |
| Sand Pond | Lakes | Franklin County, ME | 4.1 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing ENE out of Bethel for 38.1 miles (east-northeast) and you reach Wilson Stream; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 65 minutes.
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 44.620°), first snows typically arrive by mid-October and linger into early May — narrow the window accordingly. At 38.1 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Wilson Stream track the nearby McGurdy Stream (1.1 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Wilson Stream
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| McGurdy Stream | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Beales Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Little Norridgewock Stream | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Bragdon Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Whittier Brook | Streams | Franklin County, ME | 2.6 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Wilson Stream located?
Wilson Stream is in Franklin County, Maine, approximately 38.1 miles east-northeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Farmington Falls topographic quadrangle.
How far is Wilson Stream from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 65 minutes, 38.1 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 578558 on the Farmington Falls 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: Q34918939.