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Hancock Brook — Streams 36.4 Miles S of Chapman Inn
Oxford County, Maine · USGS Hiram Quadrangle · GNIS 567558
36.4 miles south of Chapman Inn, on the USGS Hiram topographic quadrangle, Hancock Brook is a stream recorded in Oxford County, Maine by the federal Geographic Names Information System.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
The USGS Hiram 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle places Hancock Brook in Oxford County, Maine (FIPS 23/017), classified as a stream in the federal GNIS (Feature ID 567558). Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Hancock Brook sits at 43.87785° N, 70.80228° W (DMS 43°52′40″ N, 70°48′08″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 43.93361° N, 70.75889° W (DMS 43°56′01″ N, 70°45′32″ 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 Hancock Brook itself. The ones closest to Hancock Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dragon Meadow Brook | Hiram | 3 mi |
| Moose Pond Brook | Hiram | 3.6 mi |
| Tenmile River | Hiram | 4.6 mi |
| Durgin Brook | Brownfield | 5.2 mi |
| Ridlon Brook | Kezar Falls | 6 mi |
| Burnt Meadow Brook | Brownfield | 6.2 mi |
| Buck Meadow Brook | Hiram | 6.2 mi |
| Sucker Brook | North Sebago | 6.2 mi |
| West Branch Tenmile River | Brownfield | 6.2 mi |
| Billy Brook | Brownfield | 7.3 mi |
Features on the USGS Hiram Quadrangle
The Hiram 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 26 catalogued natural features alongside Hancock Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bryant Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Tear Cap | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2 mi |
| Lombard Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Barker Pond | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 2.6 mi |
| Burbank Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 2.7 mi |
| Dragon Meadow Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 3 mi |
| Moose Pond Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 3.6 mi |
| Middle Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 3.8 mi |
| Tenmile Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 3.9 mi |
| Horseshoe Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 4.1 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Chapman Inn sits 36.4 miles south (bearing S) of Hancock Brook. At moderate back-road speeds the drive runs about 62 minutes — comfortably inside a half-day outing window after breakfast.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (43.878°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 36.4 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Hancock Brook track the nearby Smalls Mountain summit (0.7 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Hancock Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smalls Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Mount Cutler | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Bryant Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Ingalls Pond | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Saco River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 1.8 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Hancock Brook located?
Hancock Brook is in Oxford County, Maine, approximately 36.4 miles south of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Hiram topographic quadrangle.
How far is Hancock Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 62 minutes, 36.4 miles south (bearing S) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Hancock Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Hancock Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 567558 on the Hiram quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Hancock 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.