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Bogg Brook — Streams 17.0 Miles SE of Chapman Inn
Oxford County, Maine · USGS Norway Quadrangle · GNIS 562702
Catalogued on the USGS Norway quadrangle in Oxford County, Maine, Bogg Brook — a stream — lies 17.0 miles southeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 562702, Bogg Brook is recorded as a stream on the USGS Norway quadrangle in Oxford County, Maine (FIPS 23/017). Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Bogg Brook sits at 44.22090° N, 70.56117° W (DMS 44°13′15″ N, 70°33′40″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.24583° N, 70.56667° W (DMS 44°14′45″ N, 70°34′00″ 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 Bogg Brook itself. The ones closest to Bogg Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bird Brook | Norway | 1.3 mi |
| Pennesseewassee Stream | Norway | 2 mi |
| Stony Brook | Norway | 2.6 mi |
| Twitchell Brook | Oxford | 3.2 mi |
| Cole Brook | West Paris | 4.1 mi |
| Lombard Brook | Norway | 4.2 mi |
| Moody Brook | West Paris | 4.2 mi |
| Sargent Brook | Norway | 4.4 mi |
| Herrick Brook | Waterford Flat | 4.5 mi |
| Webber Brook | Norway | 4.6 mi |
Features on the USGS Norway Quadrangle
The Norway 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 32 catalogued natural features alongside Bogg Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Witt Swamp | Swamps | Oxford County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Pennesseewassee Lake | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Pike Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| The Nubble | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Crockett Ridge | Ridges | Oxford County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Bird Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Steep Falls | Waterfalls | Oxford County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Hathaway Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Bird Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Pennesseewassee Stream | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 2 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
A 29-minute drive along back roads separates the front door of Chapman Inn from Bogg Brook — 17.0 miles southeast as the crow flies, on compass bearing SE.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.221°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 17.0 miles from the Inn, plan on a comfortable day trip with time for lunch on the road. Conditions at Bogg Brook track the nearby Witt Swamp (0.6 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Bogg Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Witt Swamp | Swamps | Oxford County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Pennesseewassee Lake | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Pike Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| The Nubble | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Crockett Ridge | Ridges | Oxford County, ME | 1.3 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Bogg Brook located?
Bogg Brook is in Oxford County, Maine, approximately 17.0 miles southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Norway topographic quadrangle.
How far is Bogg Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 29 minutes, 17.0 miles southeast (bearing SE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Bogg Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Bogg Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 562702 on the Norway quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Bogg 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.