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East Branch Nezinscot River — Streams 23.0 Miles ESE of Chapman Inn
Oxford County, Maine · USGS Buckfield Quadrangle · GNIS 565559
Within Oxford County, Maine, on the USGS Buckfield quadrangle, the stream known as East Branch Nezinscot River sits 23.0 miles east-southeast of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “river in the United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Oxford County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists East Branch Nezinscot River as a stream on the Buckfield topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/017), under Feature ID 565559. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
East Branch Nezinscot River sits at 44.28757° N, 70.35395° W (DMS 44°17′15″ N, 70°21′14″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.43951° N, 70.45451° W (DMS 44°26′22″ N, 70°27′16″ 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 East Branch Nezinscot River itself. The ones closest to East Branch Nezinscot River:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| West Branch Nezinscot River | Buckfield | 0 mi |
| Swan Pond Brook | Buckfield | 0.4 mi |
| Basin Falls Brook | West Sumner | 1.9 mi |
| Darnit Brook | West Sumner | 2.4 mi |
| Bog Brook | Buckfield | 2.5 mi |
| Drew Brook | Buckfield | 2.6 mi |
| Mitchell Brook | Buckfield | 2.7 mi |
| Cobb Brook | Oxford | 3.6 mi |
| Allen Brook | Lake Auburn West | 4 mi |
| Bicknell Brook | Lake Auburn West | 4.8 mi |
Features on the USGS Buckfield Quadrangle
The Buckfield 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 35 catalogued natural features alongside East Branch Nezinscot River. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Branch Nezinscot River | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0 mi |
| Swan Pond Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Irish Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| South Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Mount Oxford Spring | Springs | Oxford County, ME | 2.4 mi |
| Swan Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 2.4 mi |
| Bog Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 2.5 mi |
| Drew Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 2.6 mi |
| Mitchell Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 2.7 mi |
| Mount Oxford | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.8 mi |
Historical record
The East Branch Nezinscot River is a 19.4-mile-long (31.2 km) river in Maine. It flows from its source on Black Mountain in Peru to its confluence with the West Branch in Buckfield. The resulting river, the Nezinscot, continues east to the Androscoggin River, which flows to the Kennebec River near its mouth at the Atlantic Ocean. Open the Wikipedia article →
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing ESE out of Bethel for 23.0 miles (east-southeast) and you reach East Branch Nezinscot River; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 39 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.288°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 23.0 miles from the Inn, plan on a comfortable day trip with time for lunch on the road. Conditions at East Branch Nezinscot River track the nearby West Branch Nezinscot River stream (essentially adjacent) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to East Branch Nezinscot River
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Branch Nezinscot River | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0 mi |
| Swan Pond Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Irish Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Deans Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| South Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 1.8 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is East Branch Nezinscot River located?
East Branch Nezinscot River is in Oxford County, Maine, approximately 23.0 miles east-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Buckfield topographic quadrangle.
How far is East Branch Nezinscot River from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 39 minutes, 23.0 miles east-southeast (bearing ESE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is East Branch Nezinscot River?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies East Branch Nezinscot River as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 565559 on the Buckfield quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit East Branch Nezinscot River?
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: Q5327915.