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Noisy Brook — Streams 21.8 Miles NNE of Chapman Inn
Oxford County, Maine · USGS Roxbury Quadrangle · GNIS 572215
Catalogued on the USGS Roxbury quadrangle in Oxford County, Maine, Noisy Brook — a stream — lies 21.8 miles north-northeast of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 572215, Noisy Brook is recorded as a stream on the USGS Roxbury quadrangle in Oxford County, Maine (FIPS 23/017). Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Noisy Brook sits at 44.68978° N, 70.60118° W (DMS 44°41′23″ N, 70°36′04″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.71111° N, 70.56639° W (DMS 44°42′40″ N, 70°33′59″ 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 Noisy Brook itself. The ones closest to Noisy Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Thomas Farm Brook | Roxbury | 0.3 mi |
| Walker Brook | Roxbury | 2.4 mi |
| Philbrick Brook | Roxbury | 3.2 mi |
| Stockbridge Branch | Roxbury | 3.6 mi |
| Birch Brook | Roxbury | 3.8 mi |
| Phelps Brook | Ellis Pond | 4.3 mi |
| Beaver Brook | Ellis Pond | 4.4 mi |
| East Branch Swift River | Ellis Pond | 4.5 mi |
| York Brook | Ellis Pond | 4.7 mi |
| West Branch Swift River | Houghton | 5 mi |
Features on the USGS Roxbury Quadrangle
The Roxbury 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 19 catalogued natural features alongside Noisy Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas Farm Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Brush Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Bunker Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Walker Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Muskrat Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Whale Back Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.3 mi |
| Walker Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 2.4 mi |
| West Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.6 mi |
| Philbrick Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 3.2 mi |
| Bunker Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 3.4 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
A 37-minute drive along back roads separates the front door of Chapman Inn from Noisy Brook — 21.8 miles north-northeast as the crow flies, on compass bearing NNE.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.690°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 21.8 miles from the Inn, plan on a comfortable day trip with time for lunch on the road. Conditions at Noisy Brook track the nearby Thomas Farm Brook stream (0.3 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Noisy Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas Farm Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Record Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Brush Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Bunker Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Walker Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.2 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Noisy Brook located?
Noisy Brook is in Oxford County, Maine, approximately 21.8 miles north-northeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Roxbury topographic quadrangle.
How far is Noisy Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 37 minutes, 21.8 miles north-northeast (bearing NNE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Noisy Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Noisy Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 572215 on the Roxbury quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Noisy 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.