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East Branch Pleasant River — Streams 3.8 Miles SW of Chapman Inn
Oxford County, Maine · USGS East Stoneham Quadrangle · GNIS 581006
Within Oxford County, Maine, on the USGS East Stoneham quadrangle, the stream known as East Branch Pleasant River sits 3.8 miles southwest 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 Pleasant River as a stream on the East Stoneham topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/017), under Feature ID 581006. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
East Branch Pleasant River sits at 44.36507° N, 70.84146° W (DMS 44°21′54″ N, 70°50′29″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.30750° N, 70.87139° W (DMS 44°18′27″ N, 70°52′17″ 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 Pleasant River itself. The ones closest to East Branch Pleasant River:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| West Branch Pleasant River | East Stoneham | 0.4 mi |
| Patte Brook | East Stoneham | 3 mi |
| Pleasant River | Gilead | 3 mi |
| Walker Brook | East Stoneham | 3.1 mi |
| New England Brook | East Stoneham | 3.2 mi |
| Wild Brook | East Stoneham | 3.6 mi |
| Lanes Brook | Bethel | 3.7 mi |
| Chapman Brook | Bethel | 3.8 mi |
| Mill Brook | Bethel | 4 mi |
| Chapman Brook | Gilead | 4.1 mi |
Features on the USGS East Stoneham Quadrangle
The East Stoneham 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 49 catalogued natural features alongside East Branch Pleasant River. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Branch Pleasant River | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Cummings Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Browns Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Trout Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Emery Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Bad Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Browns Ledge | Cliffs | Oxford County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Songo Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 2.5 mi |
| Patte Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 3 mi |
| Patte Brook Waterfowl Impoundment Reservoir | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 3 mi |
Historical record
The East Branch Pleasant River is a 6.2-mile-long (10.0 km) tributary of the Pleasant River in the U.S. state of Maine. The Pleasant River is a tributary of the Androscoggin River, which flows southeast to the tidal Kennebec River and the Atlantic Ocean. Extended history on Wikipedia →
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SW out of Bethel for 3.8 miles (southwest) and you reach East Branch Pleasant River; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 6 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.365°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. The 3.8-mile drive from Chapman Inn makes it practical for a half-day outing — you can check conditions in the morning and still turn back if the weather closes in. Conditions at East Branch Pleasant River track the nearby West Branch Pleasant River stream (0.4 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to East Branch Pleasant River
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Branch Pleasant River | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Cummings Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Sparrowhawk Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Browns Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Trout Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 1.7 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is East Branch Pleasant River located?
East Branch Pleasant River is in Oxford County, Maine, approximately 3.8 miles southwest of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS East Stoneham topographic quadrangle.
How far is East Branch Pleasant River from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 6 minutes, 3.8 miles southwest (bearing SW) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is East Branch Pleasant River?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies East Branch Pleasant River as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 581006 on the East Stoneham quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit East Branch Pleasant 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: Q5327924.