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Greely Brook — Streams 27.0 Miles SSE of Chapman Inn
Oxford County, Maine · USGS Casco Quadrangle · GNIS 567196
Catalogued on the USGS Casco quadrangle in Oxford County, Maine, Greely Brook — a stream — lies 27.0 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 567196, Greely Brook is recorded as a stream on the USGS Casco quadrangle in Oxford County, Maine (FIPS 23/017). Last revised by the Board on Geographic Names on 02/17/2012.
Coordinates & physical setting
Greely Brook sits at 44.05729° N, 70.54145° W (DMS 44°03′26″ N, 70°32′29″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.08826° N, 70.55501° W (DMS 44°05′18″ N, 70°33′18″ 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 Greely Brook itself. The ones closest to Greely Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dolly Brook | Casco | 0.5 mi |
| College Swamp Brook | Casco | 1.2 mi |
| Jerry Brook | Mechanic Falls | 2.4 mi |
| Sucker Brook | Casco | 2.6 mi |
| Knights Brook | Casco | 2.7 mi |
| Dead Hole Brook | Casco | 3.1 mi |
| Jackson Brook | Casco | 3.3 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Oxford | 6.8 mi |
| Minister Brook | Oxford | 6.8 mi |
| Sargent Brook | Norway | 7 mi |
Features on the USGS Casco Quadrangle
The Casco 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 46 catalogued natural features alongside Greely Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Middle Brook Bog | Swamps | Oxford County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Dolly Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Sylvester Ridge | Ridges | Oxford County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| College Swamp Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Nutting Ledge | Benches | Oxford County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Scribner Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Dyer Ice Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Long Meadows | Swamps | Oxford County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Pleasant Lake | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Coon Road Swamp | Swamps | Oxford County, ME | 1.7 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
A 46-minute drive along back roads separates the front door of Chapman Inn from Greely Brook — 27.0 miles south-southeast as the crow flies, on compass bearing SSE.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.057°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 27.0 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Greely Brook track the nearby Middle Brook Bog swamp (0.3 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Greely Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Middle Brook Bog | Swamps | Oxford County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Dolly Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Sylvester Ridge | Ridges | Oxford County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| College Swamp Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Nutting Ledge | Benches | Oxford County, ME | 1.3 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Greely Brook located?
Greely Brook is in Oxford County, Maine, approximately 27.0 miles south-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Casco topographic quadrangle.
How far is Greely Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 46 minutes, 27.0 miles south-southeast (bearing SSE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Greely Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Greely Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 567196 on the Casco quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Greely 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.