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Bog Brook — Streams 36.3 Miles ESE of Chapman Inn
Kennebec County, Maine · USGS Wayne Quadrangle · GNIS 562679
Within Kennebec County, Maine, on the USGS Wayne quadrangle, the stream known as Bog Brook sits 36.3 miles east-southeast of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “river in Kennebec County, United States of America - Geonames ID = 4958821”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Kennebec County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Bog Brook as a stream on the Wayne topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/011), under Feature ID 562679. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Bog Brook sits at 44.29340° N, 70.07005° W (DMS 44°17′36″ N, 70°04′12″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.23368° N, 70.07866° W (DMS 44°14′01″ N, 70°04′43″ W) — useful for anglers and paddlers tracing the upstream end.
Other streams in Kennebec County, Maine
Kennebec County, ME contains 43 streams catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Bog Brook itself. The ones closest to Bog Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Tannery Brook | Wayne | 3 mi |
| Mud Mills Stream | Wayne | 4.1 mi |
| Jones Brook | Wayne | 4.1 mi |
| Gardner Brook | Wayne | 4.3 mi |
| Hoyt Brook | Winthrop | 4.5 mi |
| Wilson Stream | Winthrop | 4.5 mi |
| Hales Brook | Wayne | 5.6 mi |
| Jug Stream | Purgatory | 6.4 mi |
| Dilnow Brook | Monmouth | 7.3 mi |
| Jock Stream | Purgatory | 7.5 mi |
Features on the USGS Wayne Quadrangle
The Wayne 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 23 catalogued natural features alongside Bog Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bishop Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Blodgett Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Joes Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Ward Hill | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Norris Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Lothrop Island | Islands | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Wilson Pond | Reservoirs | Kennebec County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Androscoggin Lake | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Morrison Heights | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 2.3 mi |
| Apple Valley Lake | Reservoirs | Kennebec County, ME | 2.4 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing ESE out of Bethel for 36.3 miles (east-southeast) and you reach Bog Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 62 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.293°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 36.3 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Bog Brook track the nearby Bishop Hill summit (0.6 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Bog Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bishop Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Blodgett Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Joes Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Ward Hill | Summits | Kennebec County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Norris Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 1.7 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Bog Brook located?
Bog Brook is in Kennebec County, Maine, approximately 36.3 miles east-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Wayne topographic quadrangle.
How far is Bog Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 62 minutes, 36.3 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 562679 on the Wayne 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 Kennebec County, Maine?
GNIS lists 42 other streams in Kennebec County, Maine.
Wikidata: Q34678530.