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Mitchell Brook — Streams 22.9 Miles ESE of Chapman Inn
Oxford County, Maine · USGS Buckfield Quadrangle · GNIS 571463
Within Oxford County, Maine, on the USGS Buckfield quadrangle, the stream known as Mitchell Brook sits 22.9 miles east-southeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Oxford County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Mitchell Brook as a stream on the Buckfield topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/017), under Feature ID 571463. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Mitchell Brook sits at 44.32562° N, 70.33811° W (DMS 44°19′32″ N, 70°20′17″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.33333° N, 70.31778° W (DMS 44°20′00″ N, 70°19′04″ 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 Mitchell Brook itself. The ones closest to Mitchell Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Swan Pond Brook | Buckfield | 2.4 mi |
| Bunganock Brook | Buckfield | 2.7 mi |
| Drew Brook | Buckfield | 2.7 mi |
| West Branch Nezinscot River | Buckfield | 2.7 mi |
| East Branch Nezinscot River | Buckfield | 2.7 mi |
| Hayford Brook | Buckfield | 2.9 mi |
| Basin Falls Brook | West Sumner | 3.2 mi |
| Darnit Brook | West Sumner | 3.2 mi |
| Bog Brook | Buckfield | 4.4 mi |
| Bog Brook | Worthley Pond | 5.8 mi |
Features on the USGS Buckfield Quadrangle
The Buckfield 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 35 catalogued natural features alongside Mitchell Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swan Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Irish Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Hutchinson Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Northeast Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Cary Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Mount Oxford Spring | Springs | Oxford County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Mount Oxford | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Hayford Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Deacon Pinnacle | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Swan Pond Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 2.4 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing ESE out of Bethel for 22.9 miles (east-southeast) and you reach Mitchell Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 39 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.326°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 22.9 miles from the Inn, plan on a comfortable day trip with time for lunch on the road. Conditions at Mitchell Brook track the nearby Swan Pond lake (0.3 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Mitchell Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swan Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Irish Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Hutchinson Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.2 mi |
| Northeast Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Cary Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.5 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Mitchell Brook located?
Mitchell Brook is in Oxford County, Maine, approximately 22.9 miles east-southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Buckfield topographic quadrangle.
How far is Mitchell Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 39 minutes, 22.9 miles east-southeast (bearing ESE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Mitchell Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Mitchell Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 571463 on the Buckfield quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Mitchell 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.