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Dunn Falls — Waterfalls 18.6 Miles NNW of Chapman Inn
Oxford County, Maine · USGS B Pond Quadrangle · GNIS 1907990
Within Oxford County, Maine, on the USGS B Pond quadrangle, the waterfall known as Dunn Falls sits 18.6 miles north-northwest of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Oxford County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Dunn Falls as a waterfall on the B Pond topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/017), under Feature ID 1907990. Catalogued in GNIS since 05/07/2001.
Coordinates & physical setting
Dunn Falls sits at 44.66172° N, 70.89841° W (DMS 44°39′42″ N, 70°53′54″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 0.00000° N, 0.00000° W — useful for anglers and paddlers tracing the upstream end.
Other waterfalls in Oxford County, Maine
Oxford County, ME contains 19 waterfalls catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Dunn Falls itself. The ones closest to Dunn Falls:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Cataracts | Andover | 2.5 mi |
| Mother Walker Falls | Old Speck Mountain | 5.9 mi |
| Screw Auger Falls | Old Speck Mountain | 6.2 mi |
| Silver Ripple Cascade | Ellis Pond | 8 mi |
| Ellis Falls | Ellis Pond | 9.6 mi |
| Rumford Falls | Rumford | 19.4 mi |
| Aziscohos Falls (historical) | Richardson Pond | 20.1 mi |
| The Falls | Dixfield | 21.4 mi |
| Kees Falls | Speckled Mountain | 22.1 mi |
| Little Falls | Kennebago | 25.7 mi |
Features on the USGS B Pond Quadrangle
The B Pond 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 20 catalogued natural features alongside Dunn Falls. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dunn Notch | Gaps | Oxford County, ME | 1 mi |
| Spruce Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| East B Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Deer Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Surplus Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Cedar Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 3 mi |
| Whitecap Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 3.1 mi |
| Rabbit Knoll | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 3.5 mi |
| C Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 3.9 mi |
| Mountain Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 4.1 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing NNW out of Bethel for 18.6 miles (north-northwest) and you reach Dunn Falls; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 32 minutes.
Best time to visit
Peak flow runs mid-April through June after snowmelt; late summer can be thin or dry. At this latitude (44.662°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 18.6 miles from the Inn, plan on a comfortable day trip with time for lunch on the road. Conditions at Dunn Falls track the nearby Dunn Notch mountain gap (1.0 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Dunn Falls
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dunn Notch | Gaps | Oxford County, ME | 1 mi |
| Spruce Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| East B Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Deer Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Surplus Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 1.9 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Dunn Falls located?
Dunn Falls is in Oxford County, Maine, approximately 18.6 miles north-northwest of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS B Pond topographic quadrangle.
How far is Dunn Falls from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 32 minutes, 18.6 miles north-northwest (bearing NNW) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Dunn Falls?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Dunn Falls as a waterfall, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 1907990 on the B Pond quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Dunn Falls?
Peak flow runs mid-April through June after snowmelt; late summer can be thin or dry.
How many other waterfalls are in Oxford County, Maine?
GNIS lists 18 other waterfalls in Oxford County, Maine.