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Little Saco River — Streams 29.8 Miles SSW of Chapman Inn
Oxford County, Maine · USGS Brownfield Quadrangle · GNIS 570038
Within Oxford County, Maine, on the USGS Brownfield quadrangle, the stream known as Little Saco River sits 29.8 miles south-southwest of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “river in the United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Oxford County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Little Saco River as a stream on the Brownfield topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/017), under Feature ID 570038. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Little Saco River sits at 43.98313° N, 70.91701° W (DMS 43°58′59″ N, 70°55′01″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 43.96583° N, 70.96111° W (DMS 43°57′57″ N, 70°57′40″ 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 Little Saco River itself. The ones closest to Little Saco River:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Beaver Brook | Brownfield | 2.2 mi |
| Haley Brook | Brownfield | 2.5 mi |
| Fight Brook | Fryeburg | 2.7 mi |
| Black Brook | Fryeburg | 3.1 mi |
| Burnt Meadow Brook | Brownfield | 3.1 mi |
| Billy Brook | Brownfield | 3.2 mi |
| Buck Meadow Brook | Hiram | 3.5 mi |
| Durgin Brook | Brownfield | 4.5 mi |
| Tenmile River | Hiram | 4.7 mi |
| Quint Brook | Brownfield | 5.2 mi |
Features on the USGS Brownfield Quadrangle
The Brownfield 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 31 catalogued natural features alongside Little Saco River. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pine Island | Islands | Oxford County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Shepards River | Streams | Oxford County, NH | 1.4 mi |
| Clays Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Frost Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Peat Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Peary Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Round Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Beaver Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Black Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 2.3 mi |
| Haley Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 2.5 mi |
Historical record
The Little Saco River is a 4.5-mile-long (7.2 km) tributary of the Saco River in western Maine in the United States. It begins at the junction of Haley Brook and Paine Brook in the northern part of the town of Brownfield and flows northeast, entering the town of Fryeburg just before its mouth at the Saco. Extended history on Wikipedia →
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SSW out of Bethel for 29.8 miles (south-southwest) and you reach Little Saco River; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 51 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (43.983°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 29.8 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Little Saco River track the nearby Pine Island (1.1 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Little Saco River
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pine Island | Islands | Oxford County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Shepards River | Streams | Oxford County, NH | 1.4 mi |
| Walker Island | Islands | Oxford County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Lovewell Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Clays Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 1.8 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Little Saco River located?
Little Saco River is in Oxford County, Maine, approximately 29.8 miles south-southwest of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Brownfield topographic quadrangle.
How far is Little Saco River from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 51 minutes, 29.8 miles south-southwest (bearing SSW) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Little Saco River?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Little Saco River as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 570038 on the Brownfield quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Little Saco River?
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: Q6651806.