Hoyt Brook — Streams 45.7 Miles E of Chapman Inn
Kennebec County, Maine · USGS Belgrade Quadrangle · GNIS 568410
45.7 miles east of Chapman Inn, on the USGS Belgrade topographic quadrangle, Hoyt Brook is a stream recorded in Kennebec County, Maine by the federal Geographic Names Information System.
Wikidata short description: “river in Kennebec County, United States of America - Geonames ID = 4967664”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
The USGS Belgrade 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle places Hoyt Brook in Kennebec County, Maine (FIPS 23/011), classified as a stream in the federal GNIS (Feature ID 568410). Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Hoyt Brook sits at 44.41285° N, 69.86366° W (DMS 44°24′46″ N, 69°51′49″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.39423° N, 69.89144° W (DMS 44°23′39″ N, 69°53′29″ W) — useful for anglers and paddlers tracing the upstream end.
Other streams in Kennebec County, Maine
Kennebec County, ME contains 43 streams catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Hoyt Brook itself. The ones closest to Hoyt Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sanford Brook | Belgrade | 0.2 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Readfield | 1.8 mi |
| Bog Stream | Readfield | 2.3 mi |
| Belgrade Stream | Belgrade | 3.5 mi |
| Bog Brook | Belgrade | 4 mi |
| Sidney Bog Brook | Augusta | 4 mi |
| Ingham Stream | Readfield | 4.6 mi |
| Tingley Brook | Readfield | 4.7 mi |
| Spring Brook | Augusta | 4.7 mi |
| Moose Pond Stream | Readfield | 4.9 mi |
Features on the USGS Belgrade Quadrangle
The Belgrade 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 20 catalogued natural features alongside Hoyt Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sanford Brook | Streams | Kennebec County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Penney Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Joe Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 2 mi |
| Gould Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Doctors Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Lily Bay | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 2.3 mi |
| Fairbanks Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 2.3 mi |
| Birch Island | Islands | Kennebec County, ME | 2.5 mi |
| Tyler Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 2.7 mi |
| Belgrade Stream | Streams | Kennebec County, ME | 3.5 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Chapman Inn sits 45.7 miles east (bearing E) of Hoyt Brook. At moderate back-road speeds the drive runs about 78 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 (44.413°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 45.7 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Hoyt Brook track the nearby Sanford Brook stream (0.2 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Hoyt Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sanford Brook | Streams | Kennebec County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Penney Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Streams | Kennebec County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Joe Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 2 mi |
| Gould Pond | Lakes | Kennebec County, ME | 2.1 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Hoyt Brook located?
Hoyt Brook is in Kennebec County, Maine, approximately 45.7 miles east of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Belgrade topographic quadrangle.
How far is Hoyt Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 78 minutes, 45.7 miles east (bearing E) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Hoyt Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Hoyt Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 568410 on the Belgrade quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Hoyt Brook?
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible.
How many other streams are in Kennebec County, Maine?
GNIS lists 42 other streams in Kennebec County, Maine.
Wikidata: Q34787250.