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Ludden Brook — Streams 23.2 Miles ENE of Chapman Inn
Oxford County, Maine · USGS Canton Quadrangle · GNIS 570578
Within Oxford County, Maine, on the USGS Canton quadrangle, the stream known as Ludden Brook sits 23.2 miles east-northeast 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 Ludden Brook as a stream on the Canton topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/017), under Feature ID 570578. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Ludden Brook sits at 44.49006° N, 70.33395° W (DMS 44°29′24″ N, 70°20′02″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.53229° N, 70.32451° W (DMS 44°31′56″ N, 70°19′28″ 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 Ludden Brook itself. The ones closest to Ludden Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fletcher Brook | East Dixfield | 1.1 mi |
| Worthley Brook | Canton | 1.8 mi |
| Thomas Brook | Worthley Pond | 2.7 mi |
| Whitney Brook | Canton | 2.8 mi |
| Beaver Pond Brook | Dixfield | 3.1 mi |
| Bog Brook | Canton | 3.2 mi |
| Childs Brook | Canton | 3.3 mi |
| Lower Stony Brook | Dixfield | 3.4 mi |
| Upper Stony Brook | Dixfield | 3.6 mi |
| Newton Brook | Dixfield | 3.7 mi |
Features on the USGS Canton Quadrangle
The Canton 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 32 catalogued natural features alongside Ludden Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| McCollister Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Fish Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Allen Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Worthley Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Thorne Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.8 mi |
| Whitney Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 2.8 mi |
| Trask Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 3 mi |
| Dunn Ledge | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 3 mi |
| Stevens Island | Islands | Oxford County, ME | 3.1 mi |
| Bog Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 3.2 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing ENE out of Bethel for 23.2 miles (east-northeast) and you reach Ludden Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 40 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.490°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 23.2 miles from the Inn, plan on a comfortable day trip with time for lunch on the road. Conditions at Ludden Brook track the nearby Fletcher Brook stream (1.1 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Ludden Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fletcher Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| McCollister Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Fish Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Allen Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Worthley Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.8 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Ludden Brook located?
Ludden Brook is in Oxford County, Maine, approximately 23.2 miles east-northeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Canton topographic quadrangle.
How far is Ludden Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 40 minutes, 23.2 miles east-northeast (bearing ENE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Ludden Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Ludden Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 570578 on the Canton quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Ludden 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: Q35391123.