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Beaver Brook — Streams 44.8 Miles N of Chapman Inn
Oxford County, Maine · USGS Kennebago Quadrangle · GNIS 561901
Catalogued on the USGS Kennebago quadrangle in Oxford County, Maine, Beaver Brook — a stream — lies 44.8 miles north of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “river in Oxford County, United States of America - Geonames ID = 4957823”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 561901, Beaver Brook is recorded as a stream on the USGS Kennebago quadrangle in Oxford County, Maine (FIPS 23/017). Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Beaver Brook sits at 45.05144° N, 70.85646° W (DMS 45°03′05″ N, 70°51′23″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 45.09444° N, 70.82917° W (DMS 45°05′40″ N, 70°49′45″ W) — useful for anglers and paddlers tracing the upstream end.
Other streams in Oxford County, Maine
Oxford County, ME contains 296 streams catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Beaver Brook itself. The ones closest to Beaver Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Toothaker Brook Number One | Kennebago | 0.4 mi |
| South Brook | Kennebago | 0.7 mi |
| Portage Brook | Lincoln Pond | 2.2 mi |
| Cold Brook | Kennebago | 2.7 mi |
| Lost Brook | Lincoln Pond | 2.8 mi |
| Cupsuptic River | Kennebago | 2.9 mi |
| Toothaker Brook Number Two | Kennebago | 2.9 mi |
| Otter Brook | Oquossoc | 3.6 mi |
| Little East Branch Cupsuptic River | Lincoln Pond | 4.1 mi |
| Kamankeag Brook | Kennebago | 4.1 mi |
Features on the USGS Kennebago Quadrangle
The Kennebago 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 17 catalogued natural features alongside Beaver Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toothaker Brook Number One | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| South Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Daddys Ridge | Ridges | Oxford County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Little Falls | Waterfalls | Oxford County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Burnt Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.3 mi |
| Cold Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 2.7 mi |
| Cupsuptic River | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 2.9 mi |
| Toothaker Brook Number Two | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 2.9 mi |
| Johns Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 3.4 mi |
| Cloutman Pond | Lakes | Franklin County, ME | 3.8 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
A 77-minute drive along back roads separates the front door of Chapman Inn from Beaver Brook — 44.8 miles north as the crow flies, on compass bearing N.
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 45.051°), first snows typically arrive by mid-October and linger into early May — narrow the window accordingly. At 44.8 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Beaver Brook track the nearby Toothaker Brook Number One stream (0.4 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Beaver Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toothaker Brook Number One | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| South Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Daddys Ridge | Ridges | Oxford County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Fox Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Little Falls | Waterfalls | Oxford County, ME | 1.3 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Beaver Brook located?
Beaver Brook is in Oxford County, Maine, approximately 44.8 miles north of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Kennebago topographic quadrangle.
How far is Beaver Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 77 minutes, 44.8 miles north (bearing N) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Beaver Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Beaver Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 561901 on the Kennebago quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Beaver Brook?
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible.
How many other streams are in Oxford County, Maine?
GNIS lists 295 other streams in Oxford County, Maine.
Wikidata: Q34666569.