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Bog Brook — Streams 14.0 Miles ESE of Chapman Inn
Oxford County, Maine · USGS West Paris Quadrangle · GNIS 562665
14.0 miles east-southeast of Chapman Inn, on the USGS West Paris topographic quadrangle, Bog Brook is a stream recorded in Oxford County, Maine by the federal Geographic Names Information System.
Wikidata short description: “river in Oxford County, United States of America - Geonames ID = 4958828”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
The USGS West Paris 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle places Bog Brook in Oxford County, Maine (FIPS 23/017), classified as a stream in the federal GNIS (Feature ID 562665). Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Bog Brook sits at 44.34229° N, 70.51951° W (DMS 44°20′32″ N, 70°31′10″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.39507° N, 70.51534° W (DMS 44°23′42″ N, 70°30′55″ 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 Bog Brook itself. The ones closest to Bog Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Andrews Brook | West Paris | 2.2 mi |
| Moose Pond Brook | West Paris | 2.6 mi |
| Moody Brook | West Paris | 4.7 mi |
| Cole Brook | West Paris | 4.8 mi |
| Russell Brook | Worthley Pond | 4.9 mi |
| Twitchell Brook | West Paris | 5.1 mi |
| Black Brook | Greenwood | 5.3 mi |
| Niles Brook | Greenwood | 6.1 mi |
| Darnit Brook | West Sumner | 6.6 mi |
| Sanborn River | Greenwood | 7.1 mi |
Features on the USGS West Paris Quadrangle
The West Paris 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 23 catalogued natural features alongside Bog Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moose Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Andrews Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Berry Ledge | Cliffs | Oxford County, ME | 2.3 mi |
| Moose Pond Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 2.6 mi |
| Stearns Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.6 mi |
| Snow Falls Gorge | Valleys | Oxford County, ME | 2.9 mi |
| Little Androscoggin River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 3 mi |
| Curtis Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 3.5 mi |
| Whitman Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 3.7 mi |
| Bisco Falls | Waterfalls | Oxford County, ME | 4 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Chapman Inn sits 14.0 miles east-southeast (bearing ESE) of Bog Brook. At moderate back-road speeds the drive runs about 24 minutes — comfortably inside a half-day outing window after breakfast.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.342°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 14.0 miles from the Inn, plan on a comfortable day trip with time for lunch on the road. Conditions at Bog Brook track the nearby Moose Pond lake (0.2 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Bog Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moose Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| The Pinnacle | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2 mi |
| Andrews Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Berry Ledge | Cliffs | Oxford County, ME | 2.3 mi |
| Spruce Hills | Ranges | Oxford County, ME | 2.4 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Bog Brook located?
Bog Brook is in Oxford County, Maine, approximately 14.0 miles east-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS West Paris topographic quadrangle.
How far is Bog Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 24 minutes, 14.0 miles east-southeast (bearing ESE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Bog Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Bog Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 562665 on the West Paris quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Bog 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: Q34678562.