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Goodwin Brook — Streams 9.6 Miles SSW of Chapman Inn
Oxford County, Maine · USGS East Stoneham Quadrangle · GNIS 581039
Within Oxford County, Maine, on the USGS East Stoneham quadrangle, the stream known as Goodwin Brook sits 9.6 miles south-southwest of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Oxford County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Goodwin Brook as a stream on the East Stoneham topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/017), under Feature ID 581039. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Goodwin Brook sits at 44.27673° N, 70.86424° W (DMS 44°16′36″ N, 70°51′51″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.30778° N, 70.85722° W (DMS 44°18′28″ N, 70°51′26″ 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 Goodwin Brook itself. The ones closest to Goodwin Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hannah Brook | East Stoneham | 0.1 mi |
| Bartlett Brook | East Stoneham | 1.3 mi |
| Meadow Brook | East Stoneham | 1.3 mi |
| Beaver Brook | Speckled Mountain | 2 mi |
| Willard Brook | Speckled Mountain | 2.3 mi |
| Red Rock Brook | Speckled Mountain | 2.3 mi |
| Shirley Brook | Speckled Mountain | 2.6 mi |
| Coffin Brook | Center Lovell | 2.8 mi |
| Great Brook | Center Lovell | 2.9 mi |
| Cold Brook | Center Lovell | 3.3 mi |
Features on the USGS East Stoneham Quadrangle
The East Stoneham 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 49 catalogued natural features alongside Goodwin Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hannah Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.1 mi |
| Virginia Lake | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Cecil Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Pine Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1 mi |
| Bartlett Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Number Eight Pond | Swamps | Oxford County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Keewaydin Lake | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Albany Notch | Gaps | Oxford County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Albany Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.1 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SSW out of Bethel for 9.6 miles (south-southwest) and you reach Goodwin Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 16 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.277°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. The 9.6-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 Goodwin Brook track the nearby Hannah Brook stream (essentially adjacent) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Goodwin Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hannah Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.1 mi |
| Virginia Lake | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Isaiah Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Cecil Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Pine Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Goodwin Brook located?
Goodwin Brook is in Oxford County, Maine, approximately 9.6 miles south-southwest of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS East Stoneham topographic quadrangle.
How far is Goodwin Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 16 minutes, 9.6 miles south-southwest (bearing SSW) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Goodwin Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Goodwin Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 581039 on the East Stoneham quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Goodwin 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.