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Gardner Brook — Streams 26.7 Miles SE of Chapman Inn
Androscoggin County, Maine · USGS Oxford Quadrangle · GNIS 566693
Within Androscoggin County, Maine, on the USGS Oxford quadrangle, the stream known as Gardner Brook sits 26.7 miles southeast of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “river in Androscoggin County, Maine, United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Androscoggin County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Gardner Brook as a stream on the Oxford topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/001), under Feature ID 566693. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Gardner Brook sits at 44.13896° N, 70.39645° W (DMS 44°08′20″ N, 70°23′47″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.16139° N, 70.41250° W (DMS 44°09′41″ N, 70°24′45″ W) — useful for anglers and paddlers tracing the upstream end.
Other streams in Androscoggin County, Maine
Androscoggin County, ME contains 62 streams catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Gardner Brook itself. The ones closest to Gardner Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Waterhouse Brook | Mechanic Falls | 2.3 mi |
| Bog Brook | Minot | 2.4 mi |
| Cool Brook | Minot | 2.6 mi |
| Cousins Brook | Mechanic Falls | 3.8 mi |
| Indian Brook | Minot | 4.1 mi |
| Morgan Brook | Minot | 4.4 mi |
| Worthley Brook | Minot | 4.9 mi |
| Hodgkins Brook | Minot | 5.9 mi |
| Lapham Brook | Minot | 6 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Mechanic Falls | 6.2 mi |
Features on the USGS Oxford Quadrangle
The Oxford 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 34 catalogued natural features alongside Gardner Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hawkes Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Hawkes Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| West Branch Bog Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Mount Hunger | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Middle Branch Bog Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Jam Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Robinson Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Minister Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 2.6 mi |
| Marshall Pond | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 2.8 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 2.9 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SE out of Bethel for 26.7 miles (southeast) and you reach Gardner Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 46 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.139°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 26.7 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Gardner Brook track the nearby Hawkes Hill summit (0.5 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Gardner Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hawkes Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Hawkes Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| West Branch Bog Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Mount Hunger | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Pottle Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.2 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Gardner Brook located?
Gardner Brook is in Androscoggin County, Maine, approximately 26.7 miles southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Oxford topographic quadrangle.
How far is Gardner Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 46 minutes, 26.7 miles southeast (bearing SE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Gardner Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Gardner Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 566693 on the Oxford quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Gardner Brook?
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible.
How many other streams are in Androscoggin County, Maine?
GNIS lists 61 other streams in Androscoggin County, Maine.
Wikidata: Q34759324.