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Morse Brook — Streams 12.9 Miles NNW of Chapman Inn
Oxford County, Maine · USGS Old Speck Mountain Quadrangle · GNIS 571694
Within Oxford County, Maine, on the USGS Old Speck Mountain quadrangle, the stream known as Morse Brook sits 12.9 miles north-northwest of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Oxford County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Morse Brook as a stream on the Old Speck Mountain topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/017), under Feature ID 571694. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Morse Brook sits at 44.57367° N, 70.90091° W (DMS 44°34′25″ N, 70°54′03″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.59139° N, 70.90278° W (DMS 44°35′29″ N, 70°54′10″ 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 Morse Brook itself. The ones closest to Morse Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Paine Brook | Old Speck Mountain | 0.2 mi |
| Wight Brook | Puzzle Mountain | 1.5 mi |
| Pond Brook | Old Speck Mountain | 3.4 mi |
| Chase Hill Brook | Puzzle Mountain | 3.8 mi |
| Sargent Brook | Old Speck Mountain | 4 mi |
| Goose Eye Brook | Old Speck Mountain | 4.2 mi |
| Branch Brook | Puzzle Mountain | 4.2 mi |
| Miles Notch Brook | Old Speck Mountain | 4.6 mi |
| Great Brook | Puzzle Mountain | 5.1 mi |
| Frye Brook | Andover | 5.2 mi |
Features on the USGS Old Speck Mountain Quadrangle
The Old Speck Mountain 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 36 catalogued natural features alongside Morse Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paine Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Screw Auger Falls Gorge | Valleys | Oxford County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Mother Walker Falls Gorge | Valleys | Oxford County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Screw Auger Falls | Waterfalls | Oxford County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Mother Walker Falls | Waterfalls | Oxford County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Mount Hittie | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Miles Notch | Gaps | Oxford County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Moose Cave Gorge | Valleys | Oxford County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Sunday River Whitecap | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Slide Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.9 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing NNW out of Bethel for 12.9 miles (north-northwest) and you reach Morse Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 22 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.574°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 12.9 miles from the Inn, plan on a comfortable day trip with time for lunch on the road. Conditions at Morse Brook track the nearby Paine Brook stream (0.2 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Morse Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paine Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Screw Auger Falls Gorge | Valleys | Oxford County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Mother Walker Falls Gorge | Valleys | Oxford County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Screw Auger Falls | Waterfalls | Oxford County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Mother Walker Falls | Waterfalls | Oxford County, ME | 1.3 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Morse Brook located?
Morse Brook is in Oxford County, Maine, approximately 12.9 miles north-northwest of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Old Speck Mountain topographic quadrangle.
How far is Morse Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 22 minutes, 12.9 miles north-northwest (bearing NNW) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Morse Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Morse Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 571694 on the Old Speck Mountain quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Morse 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.