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Cupsuptic River — Streams 41.9 Miles N of Chapman Inn
Oxford County, Maine · USGS Kennebago Quadrangle · GNIS 564670
Tracing roughly 38.1 kilometres of Oxford County, Maine drainage, Cupsuptic River is catalogued on the USGS Kennebago quadrangle and reaches its closest point 41.9 miles north of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “river in Maine, United States”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 564670, Cupsuptic River is recorded as a stream on the USGS Kennebago quadrangle in Oxford County, Maine (FIPS 23/017). Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Cupsuptic River sits at 45.01005° N, 70.84924° W (DMS 45°00′36″ N, 70°50′57″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 45.23477° N, 70.89924° W (DMS 45°14′05″ N, 70°53′57″ W) — useful for anglers and paddlers tracing the upstream end.
Dimensions & elevation
- Length 38.10 km / 23.67 mi
Other streams in Oxford County, Maine
Oxford County, ME contains 296 streams catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Cupsuptic River itself. The ones closest to Cupsuptic River:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Toothaker Brook Number Two | Kennebago | 0.8 mi |
| Otter Brook | Oquossoc | 0.9 mi |
| Cold Brook | Kennebago | 0.9 mi |
| Toothaker Brook Number One | Kennebago | 2.5 mi |
| Kamankeag Brook | Kennebago | 2.7 mi |
| South Brook | Kennebago | 2.8 mi |
| Beaver Brook | Kennebago | 2.9 mi |
| Portage Brook | Lincoln Pond | 4.8 mi |
| Lost Brook | Lincoln Pond | 5.5 mi |
| Deer Mountain Stream | Richardson Pond | 6 mi |
Features on the USGS Kennebago Quadrangle
The Kennebago 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 17 catalogued natural features alongside Cupsuptic River. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toothaker Brook Number Two | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Cold Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Little Falls | Waterfalls | Oxford County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Cloutman Ridge | Ridges | Franklin County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Cloutman Pond | Lakes | Franklin County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Toothaker Brook Number One | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 2.5 mi |
| Kamankeag Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 2.7 mi |
| South Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 2.8 mi |
| Daddys Ridge | Ridges | Oxford County, ME | 2.8 mi |
| Beaver Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 2.9 mi |
Historical record
The Cupsuptic River is a 23.7-mile-long (38.1 km) river in Maine. It flows from its source near the Canada–United States border to Cupsuptic Lake, the northern arm of Mooselookmeguntic Lake, which drains via other lakes into the Androscoggin River. Although short, the Cupsuptic River includes three of the highest mountains of New England — Kennebago Divide, Snow Mountain, and White Cap Mountain — within its watershed. The name "Cupsuptic" derives from the Abenaki language, meaning "a closed-up stream." Extended history on Wikipedia →
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
A 72-minute drive along back roads separates the front door of Chapman Inn from Cupsuptic River — 41.9 miles north as the crow flies, on compass bearing N.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. Being this far north (lat 45.010°), first snows typically arrive by mid-October and linger into early May — narrow the window accordingly. At 41.9 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Cupsuptic River track the nearby Toothaker Brook Number Two stream (0.8 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Cupsuptic River
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toothaker Brook Number Two | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Otter Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Cold Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Birch Island | Islands | Oxford County, ME | 1 mi |
| Little Falls | Waterfalls | Oxford County, ME | 1.6 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Cupsuptic River located?
Cupsuptic River is in Oxford County, Maine, approximately 41.9 miles north of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Kennebago topographic quadrangle.
How far is Cupsuptic River from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 72 minutes, 41.9 miles north (bearing N) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Cupsuptic River?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Cupsuptic River as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 564670 on the Kennebago quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Cupsuptic River?
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible.
How long is Cupsuptic River?
Wikidata records a length of 38.10 km (23.67 mi) for Cupsuptic River.
How many other streams are in Oxford County, Maine?
GNIS lists 295 other streams in Oxford County, Maine.
Wikidata: Q5194590.