Thurston Brook — Streams 39.8 Miles SSW of Chapman Inn
Oxford County, Maine · USGS Kezar Falls Quadrangle · GNIS 577081
Catalogued on the USGS Kezar Falls quadrangle in Oxford County, Maine, Thurston Brook — a stream — lies 39.8 miles south-southwest of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 577081, Thurston Brook is recorded as a stream on the USGS Kezar Falls quadrangle in Oxford County, Maine (FIPS 23/017). Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Thurston Brook sits at 43.84507° N, 70.97396° W (DMS 43°50′42″ N, 70°58′26″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 43.87250° N, 70.97472° W (DMS 43°52′21″ N, 70°58′29″ 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 Thurston Brook itself. The ones closest to Thurston Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| West Branch Tenmile River | Brownfield | 3.1 mi |
| Mill Brook | Kezar Falls | 4.2 mi |
| Quint Brook | Brownfield | 5 mi |
| Ridlon Brook | Kezar Falls | 5.2 mi |
| Billy Brook | Brownfield | 6.8 mi |
| Durgin Brook | Brownfield | 7 mi |
| Haley Brook | Brownfield | 8.4 mi |
| Tenmile River | Hiram | 8.7 mi |
| Burnt Meadow Brook | Brownfield | 8.8 mi |
| Hancock Brook | Hiram | 8.8 mi |
Features on the USGS Kezar Falls Quadrangle
The Kezar Falls 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 32 catalogued natural features alongside Thurston Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bickford Pond | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| John J Island | Islands | Oxford County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Colcord Pond | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Chalk Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 1 mi |
| Moulton Ridge | Ridges | Oxford County, ME | 1.4 mi |
| Devils Den | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Hubbard Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 2 mi |
| Stacy Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Mine Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 2.5 mi |
| Rattlesnake Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.7 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
A 68-minute drive along back roads separates the front door of Chapman Inn from Thurston Brook — 39.8 miles south-southwest as the crow flies, on compass bearing SSW.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (43.845°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 39.8 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Thurston Brook track the nearby Bickford Pond reservoir (0.5 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Thurston Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bickford Pond | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 0.5 mi |
| John J Island | Islands | Oxford County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Colcord Pond | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Chalk Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 1 mi |
| Moulton Ridge | Ridges | Oxford County, ME | 1.4 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Thurston Brook located?
Thurston Brook is in Oxford County, Maine, approximately 39.8 miles south-southwest of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Kezar Falls topographic quadrangle.
How far is Thurston Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 68 minutes, 39.8 miles south-southwest (bearing SSW) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Thurston Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Thurston Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 577081 on the Kezar Falls quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Thurston 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.