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Cobb Brook — Streams 23.3 Miles ESE of Chapman Inn
Oxford County, Maine · USGS Oxford Quadrangle · GNIS 564119
Within Oxford County, Maine, on the USGS Oxford quadrangle, the stream known as Cobb Brook sits 23.3 miles east-southeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Oxford County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Cobb Brook as a stream on the Oxford topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/017), under Feature ID 564119. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Cobb Brook sits at 44.23868° N, 70.37839° W (DMS 44°14′19″ N, 70°22′42″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.23583° N, 70.41056° W (DMS 44°14′09″ N, 70°24′38″ 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 Cobb Brook itself. The ones closest to Cobb Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Allen Brook | Lake Auburn West | 1.7 mi |
| Bicknell Brook | Lake Auburn West | 2.1 mi |
| Bog Brook | Buckfield | 3.5 mi |
| East Branch Nezinscot River | Buckfield | 3.6 mi |
| West Branch Nezinscot River | Buckfield | 3.6 mi |
| Swan Pond Brook | Buckfield | 3.9 mi |
| Noble Brook | Oxford | 4.1 mi |
| Basin Falls Brook | West Sumner | 4.1 mi |
| Dunham Brook | Oxford | 4.4 mi |
| Darnit Brook | West Sumner | 4.6 mi |
Features on the USGS Oxford Quadrangle
The Oxford 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 34 catalogued natural features alongside Cobb Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stone Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Ben Barrows Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Number 4 Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Greenwood Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.4 mi |
| Streaked Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.4 mi |
| Mount Marie | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.4 mi |
| Little Singepole Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.9 mi |
| Singepole Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 3.7 mi |
| Noble Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 4.1 mi |
| Hall Pond | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 4.1 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing ESE out of Bethel for 23.3 miles (east-southeast) and you reach Cobb Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 40 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.239°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 23.3 miles from the Inn, plan on a comfortable day trip with time for lunch on the road. Conditions at Cobb Brook track the nearby Whitman Hill summit (0.8 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Cobb Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whitman Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Stone Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Ben Barrows Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Allen Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Number 4 Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.9 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Cobb Brook located?
Cobb Brook is in Oxford County, Maine, approximately 23.3 miles east-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Oxford topographic quadrangle.
How far is Cobb Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 40 minutes, 23.3 miles east-southeast (bearing ESE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Cobb Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Cobb Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 564119 on the Oxford quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Cobb 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.