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McCrillian Brook — Streams 5.4 Miles E of Chapman Inn
Oxford County, Maine · USGS Bryant Pond Quadrangle · GNIS 570964
Catalogued on the USGS Bryant Pond quadrangle in Oxford County, Maine, McCrillian Brook — a stream — lies 5.4 miles east of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 570964, McCrillian Brook is recorded as a stream on the USGS Bryant Pond quadrangle in Oxford County, Maine (FIPS 23/017). Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
McCrillian Brook sits at 44.40757° N, 70.67979° W (DMS 44°24′27″ N, 70°40′47″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.42972° N, 70.69306° W (DMS 44°25′47″ N, 70°41′35″ 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 McCrillian Brook itself. The ones closest to McCrillian Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Billings Hill Brook | Bryant Pond | 1.6 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Bryant Pond | 1.6 mi |
| Beaver Brook | Bryant Pond | 1.9 mi |
| Chandler Brook | Bethel | 3.6 mi |
| Kendall Brook | Bethel | 5 mi |
| Otter Brook | Bryant Pond | 5 mi |
| Barkers Brook | Bryant Pond | 5.2 mi |
| Alder River | Bethel | 5.3 mi |
| Black Brook | Greenwood | 5.5 mi |
| Concord River | Bryant Pond | 5.7 mi |
Features on the USGS Bryant Pond Quadrangle
The Bryant Pond 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 29 catalogued natural features alongside McCrillian Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Bucks Ledge | Cliffs | Oxford County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| South Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Round Pond | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Alder River South Branch Reservoir | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Moody Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Days Ridge | Ridges | Oxford County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Oak Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Billings Hill Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.6 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
A 9-minute drive along back roads separates the front door of Chapman Inn from McCrillian Brook — 5.4 miles east as the crow flies, on compass bearing E.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.408°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. The 5.4-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 McCrillian Brook track the nearby North Pond lake (0.2 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to McCrillian Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Bucks Ledge | Cliffs | Oxford County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| South Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Round Pond | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Alder River South Branch Reservoir | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 1.3 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is McCrillian Brook located?
McCrillian Brook is in Oxford County, Maine, approximately 5.4 miles east of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Bryant Pond topographic quadrangle.
How far is McCrillian Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 9 minutes, 5.4 miles east (bearing E) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is McCrillian Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies McCrillian Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 570964 on the Bryant Pond quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit McCrillian 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.