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Bicknell Brook — Streams 25.3 Miles ESE of Chapman Inn
Oxford County, Maine · USGS Lake Auburn West Quadrangle · GNIS 562118
Within Oxford County, Maine, on the USGS Lake Auburn West quadrangle, the stream known as Bicknell Brook sits 25.3 miles east-southeast of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “river in the United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Oxford County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Bicknell Brook as a stream on the Lake Auburn West topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/017), under Feature ID 562118. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Bicknell Brook sits at 44.21868° N, 70.34728° W (DMS 44°13′07″ N, 70°20′50″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.25785° N, 70.41117° W (DMS 44°15′28″ N, 70°24′40″ 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 Bicknell Brook itself. The ones closest to Bicknell Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Allen Brook | Lake Auburn West | 0.8 mi |
| Cobb Brook | Oxford | 2.1 mi |
| Bog Brook | Buckfield | 3.4 mi |
| Middle Branch Bog Brook | Oxford | 4.3 mi |
| Dunham Brook | Oxford | 4.4 mi |
| West Branch Nezinscot River | Buckfield | 4.8 mi |
| East Branch Nezinscot River | Buckfield | 4.8 mi |
| Noble Brook | Oxford | 4.8 mi |
| Swan Pond Brook | Buckfield | 5.2 mi |
| West Branch Bog Brook | Oxford | 5.2 mi |
Features on the USGS Lake Auburn West Quadrangle
The Lake Auburn West 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 29 catalogued natural features alongside Bicknell Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brighton Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Allen Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Whitman Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Mud Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Mud Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 2.4 mi |
| Hersey Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 2.6 mi |
| Woodward Mountain | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 2.8 mi |
| Gauthier Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 3.1 mi |
| Little Wilson Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 3.1 mi |
| Snell Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 3.2 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing ESE out of Bethel for 25.3 miles (east-southeast) and you reach Bicknell Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 43 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.219°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 25.3 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Bicknell Brook track the nearby Brighton Hill summit (0.7 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Bicknell Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brighton Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Allen Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Greenwood Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Cobb Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Whitman Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.2 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Bicknell Brook located?
Bicknell Brook is in Oxford County, Maine, approximately 25.3 miles east-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Lake Auburn West topographic quadrangle.
How far is Bicknell Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 43 minutes, 25.3 miles east-southeast (bearing ESE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Bicknell Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Bicknell Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 562118 on the Lake Auburn West quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Bicknell 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: Q34670332.