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Red Rock Brook — Streams 10.0 Miles SW of Chapman Inn
Oxford County, Maine · USGS Speckled Mountain Quadrangle · GNIS 581189
Within Oxford County, Maine, on the USGS Speckled Mountain quadrangle, the stream known as Red Rock Brook sits 10.0 miles southwest of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Oxford County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Red Rock Brook as a stream on the Speckled Mountain topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/017), under Feature ID 581189. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Red Rock Brook sits at 44.28757° N, 70.90813° W (DMS 44°17′15″ N, 70°54′29″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.30694° N, 70.89694° W (DMS 44°18′25″ N, 70°53′49″ 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 Red Rock Brook itself. The ones closest to Red Rock Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shirley Brook | Speckled Mountain | 0.5 mi |
| Willard Brook | Speckled Mountain | 0.8 mi |
| Beaver Brook | Speckled Mountain | 2 mi |
| Hannah Brook | East Stoneham | 2.2 mi |
| Goodwin Brook | East Stoneham | 2.3 mi |
| Great Brook | Center Lovell | 3.2 mi |
| Cold Brook | Center Lovell | 3.3 mi |
| Bartlett Brook | East Stoneham | 3.6 mi |
| Coffin Brook | Center Lovell | 3.6 mi |
| Meadow Brook | East Stoneham | 3.6 mi |
Features on the USGS Speckled Mountain Quadrangle
The Speckled Mountain 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 37 catalogued natural features alongside Red Rock Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shirley Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Willard Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Sugarloaf Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Miles Knob | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Red Rock Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Butters Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Durgin Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Miles Notch | Gaps | Oxford County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Isaiah Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Beaver Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 2 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SW out of Bethel for 10.0 miles (southwest) and you reach Red Rock Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 17 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.288°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 10.0 miles from the Inn, plan on a comfortable day trip with time for lunch on the road. Conditions at Red Rock Brook track the nearby Shirley Brook stream (0.5 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Red Rock Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shirley Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| Willard Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Sugarloaf Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Miles Knob | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Red Rock Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.6 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Red Rock Brook located?
Red Rock Brook is in Oxford County, Maine, approximately 10.0 miles southwest of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Speckled Mountain topographic quadrangle.
How far is Red Rock Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 17 minutes, 10.0 miles southwest (bearing SW) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Red Rock Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Red Rock Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 581189 on the Speckled Mountain quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Red Rock 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.