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Morrison Brook — Streams 10.4 Miles WSW of Chapman Inn
Oxford County, Maine · USGS Speckled Mountain Quadrangle · GNIS 581134
Catalogued on the USGS Speckled Mountain quadrangle in Oxford County, Maine, Morrison Brook — a stream — lies 10.4 miles west-southwest of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 581134, Morrison Brook is recorded as a stream on the USGS Speckled Mountain quadrangle in Oxford County, Maine (FIPS 23/017). Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Morrison Brook sits at 44.34395° N, 70.98035° W (DMS 44°20′38″ N, 70°58′49″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.34556° N, 70.93222° W (DMS 44°20′44″ N, 70°55′56″ 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 Morrison Brook itself. The ones closest to Morrison Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mud Brook | Speckled Mountain | 1 mi |
| Evans Brook | Speckled Mountain | 1 mi |
| Little Lary Brook | Speckled Mountain | 1.9 mi |
| Stony Brook | Speckled Mountain | 2 mi |
| Gammon Brook | Gilead | 3.2 mi |
| Twitchell Brook | Gilead | 3.8 mi |
| French Brook | Gilead | 3.9 mi |
| Lary Brook | Shelburne | 3.9 mi |
| Wheeler Brook | Gilead | 4.6 mi |
| Bog Brook | Gilead | 4.7 mi |
Features on the USGS Speckled Mountain Quadrangle
The Speckled Mountain 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 37 catalogued natural features alongside Morrison Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Hastings | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Mud Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1 mi |
| The Roost | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1 mi |
| Evans Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1 mi |
| Kees Falls | Waterfalls | Oxford County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Little Lary Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Stony Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 2 mi |
| Haystack Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.5 mi |
| Caribou Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.5 mi |
| Peabody Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.5 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
A 18-minute drive along back roads separates the front door of Chapman Inn from Morrison Brook — 10.4 miles west-southwest as the crow flies, on compass bearing WSW.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.344°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 10.4 miles from the Inn, plan on a comfortable day trip with time for lunch on the road. Conditions at Morrison Brook track the nearby Mount Hastings summit (0.9 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Morrison Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Hastings | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Mud Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1 mi |
| The Roost | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1 mi |
| Evans Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1 mi |
| Pine Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 1.4 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Morrison Brook located?
Morrison Brook is in Oxford County, Maine, approximately 10.4 miles west-southwest of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Speckled Mountain topographic quadrangle.
How far is Morrison Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 18 minutes, 10.4 miles west-southwest (bearing WSW) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Morrison Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Morrison Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 581134 on the Speckled Mountain quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Morrison 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.