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Lone Brook — Streams 14.4 Miles N of Chapman Inn
Oxford County, Maine · USGS East Andover Quadrangle · GNIS 570167
Within Oxford County, Maine, on the USGS East Andover quadrangle, the stream known as Lone Brook sits 14.4 miles north of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “stream in Oxford County, Maine, United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Oxford County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Lone Brook as a stream on the East Andover topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/017), under Feature ID 570167. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Lone Brook sits at 44.60895° N, 70.73313° W (DMS 44°36′32″ N, 70°43′59″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.62784° N, 70.77424° W (DMS 44°37′40″ N, 70°46′27″ 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 Lone Brook itself. The ones closest to Lone Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| West Branch Ellis River | East Andover | 0.6 mi |
| Horseshoe Brook | Ellis Pond | 1.6 mi |
| Gardner Brook | East Andover | 1.8 mi |
| Black Brook | Ellis Pond | 2.6 mi |
| Sawyer Brook | Andover | 2.7 mi |
| Abbott Brook | Andover | 2.8 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Ellis Pond | 3.1 mi |
| Bog Brook | Ellis Pond | 3.1 mi |
| Howe Brook | East Andover | 3.5 mi |
| Coburn Brook | East Andover | 3.5 mi |
Features on the USGS East Andover Quadrangle
The East Andover 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 16 catalogued natural features alongside Lone Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Branch Ellis River | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Gardner Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Farmers Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.4 mi |
| Howe Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 3.5 mi |
| Coburn Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 3.5 mi |
| Horseshoe Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 3.5 mi |
| Whitecap Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 4.4 mi |
| Black Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 5 mi |
| Coon Hollow | Valleys | Oxford County, ME | 5.7 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 6.2 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing N out of Bethel for 14.4 miles (north) and you reach Lone Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 25 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.609°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 14.4 miles from the Inn, plan on a comfortable day trip with time for lunch on the road. Conditions at Lone Brook track the nearby West Branch Ellis River stream (0.6 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Lone Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Branch Ellis River | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.6 mi |
| Horseshoe Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Lone Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Gardner Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Farrington Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.1 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Lone Brook located?
Lone Brook is in Oxford County, Maine, approximately 14.4 miles north of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS East Andover topographic quadrangle.
How far is Lone Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 25 minutes, 14.4 miles north (bearing N) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Lone Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Lone Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 570167 on the East Andover quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Lone 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: Q35350534.