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Haley Brook — Streams 31.5 Miles SSW of Chapman Inn
Oxford County, Maine · USGS Brownfield Quadrangle · GNIS 567442
Catalogued on the USGS Brownfield quadrangle in Oxford County, Maine, Haley Brook — a stream — lies 31.5 miles south-southwest of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “river in Oxford County, Maine, United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 567442, Haley Brook is recorded as a stream on the USGS Brownfield quadrangle in Oxford County, Maine (FIPS 23/017). Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Haley Brook sits at 43.96590° N, 70.96062° W (DMS 43°57′57″ N, 70°57′38″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 43.98639° N, 70.98000° W (DMS 43°59′11″ N, 70°58′48″ 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 Haley Brook itself. The ones closest to Haley Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Little Saco River | Brownfield | 2.5 mi |
| Billy Brook | Brownfield | 2.7 mi |
| Quint Brook | Brownfield | 3.4 mi |
| Fight Brook | Fryeburg | 4 mi |
| Burnt Meadow Brook | Brownfield | 4.4 mi |
| Beaver Brook | Brownfield | 4.7 mi |
| Durgin Brook | Brownfield | 4.8 mi |
| Buck Meadow Brook | Hiram | 5.2 mi |
| Black Brook | Fryeburg | 5.5 mi |
| Tenmile River | Hiram | 5.9 mi |
Features on the USGS Brownfield Quadrangle
The Brownfield 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 31 catalogued natural features alongside Haley Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paine Brook | Streams | Oxford County, NH | 0 mi |
| Peat Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Bald Peak | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Tibbetts Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Clays Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Black Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Peary Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Haley Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Round Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Long Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.2 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
A 54-minute drive along back roads separates the front door of Chapman Inn from Haley Brook — 31.5 miles south-southwest as the crow flies, on compass bearing SSW.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (43.966°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 31.5 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Haley Brook track the nearby Paine Brook stream (essentially adjacent) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Haley Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paine Brook | Streams | Oxford County, NH | 0 mi |
| Peat Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Bald Peak | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Tibbetts Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Clays Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 1.2 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Haley Brook located?
Haley Brook is in Oxford County, Maine, approximately 31.5 miles south-southwest of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Brownfield topographic quadrangle.
How far is Haley Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 54 minutes, 31.5 miles south-southwest (bearing SSW) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Haley Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Haley Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 567442 on the Brownfield quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Haley 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.
Wikidata: Q34773773.