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Lanes Brook — Streams 2.9 Miles WNW of Chapman Inn
Oxford County, Maine · USGS Bethel Quadrangle · GNIS 581087
Within Oxford County, Maine, on the USGS Bethel quadrangle, the stream known as Lanes Brook sits 2.9 miles west-northwest of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Oxford County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Lanes Brook as a stream on the Bethel topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/017), under Feature ID 581087. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Lanes Brook sits at 44.41895° N, 70.84313° W (DMS 44°25′08″ N, 70°50′35″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.43250° N, 70.85500° W (DMS 44°25′57″ N, 70°51′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 Lanes Brook itself. The ones closest to Lanes Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Chapman Brook | Bethel | 0.5 mi |
| Pleasant River | Gilead | 2.1 mi |
| Mill Brook | Bethel | 2.2 mi |
| Twitchell Brook | Bethel | 2.4 mi |
| Chapman Brook | Gilead | 2.7 mi |
| Alder River | Bethel | 2.8 mi |
| Kendall Brook | Bethel | 3.1 mi |
| Sunday River | Bethel | 3.3 mi |
| Barkers Brook | Bethel | 3.3 mi |
| West Branch Pleasant River | East Stoneham | 3.6 mi |
Features on the USGS Bethel Quadrangle
The Bethel 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 24 catalogued natural features alongside Lanes Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chapman Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Ellingwood Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Robinson Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Bond Island | Islands | Oxford County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Mill Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Pine Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Locke Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.3 mi |
| Twitchell Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 2.4 mi |
| Sparrowhawk Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.5 mi |
| Hastings Island | Islands | Oxford County, ME | 2.7 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing WNW out of Bethel for 2.9 miles (west-northwest) and you reach Lanes Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 5 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.419°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. The 2.9-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 Lanes Brook track the nearby Chapman Brook stream (0.5 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Lanes Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chapman Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Ellingwood Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Robinson Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Bond Island | Islands | Oxford County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Pleasant River | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 2.1 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Lanes Brook located?
Lanes Brook is in Oxford County, Maine, approximately 2.9 miles west-northwest of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Bethel topographic quadrangle.
How far is Lanes Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 5 minutes, 2.9 miles west-northwest (bearing WNW) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Lanes Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Lanes Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 581087 on the Bethel quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Lanes 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.