Twin Brook — Streams 48.6 Miles N of Chapman Inn
Oxford County, Maine · USGS Lincoln Pond Quadrangle · GNIS 577475
Within Oxford County, Maine, on the USGS Lincoln Pond quadrangle, the stream known as Twin Brook sits 48.6 miles north of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Oxford County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Twin Brook as a stream on the Lincoln Pond topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/017), under Feature ID 577475. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Twin Brook sits at 45.09533° N, 70.97896° W (DMS 45°05′43″ N, 70°58′44″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 45.09694° N, 70.94306° W (DMS 45°05′49″ N, 70°56′35″ 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 Twin Brook itself. The ones closest to Twin Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hurricane Brook | Lincoln Pond | 1.1 mi |
| Hammel Brook | Lincoln Pond | 1.1 mi |
| North Fork Big Brook | Bosebuck Mountain | 2.6 mi |
| Lost Brook | Lincoln Pond | 4.3 mi |
| Portage Brook | Lincoln Pond | 4.6 mi |
| Little East Branch Cupsuptic River | Lincoln Pond | 4.7 mi |
| South Hammond Brook | Bosebuck Mountain | 5.1 mi |
| Aldrich Brook | Bosebuck Mountain | 5.3 mi |
| South Brook | Kennebago | 6.3 mi |
| Toothaker Brook Number One | Kennebago | 6.7 mi |
Features on the USGS Lincoln Pond Quadrangle
The Lincoln Pond 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 13 catalogued natural features alongside Twin Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Magalloway River | Streams | Oxford County, NH | 0.6 mi |
| Hurricane Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Hammel Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Green Top | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Big Buck Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.7 mi |
| Lincoln Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 2.9 mi |
| Lost Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 4.3 mi |
| Big Falls | Waterfalls | Oxford County, ME | 4.3 mi |
| Portage Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 4.6 mi |
| Little East Branch Cupsuptic River | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 4.7 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing N out of Bethel for 48.6 miles (north) and you reach Twin Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 83 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. Being this far north (lat 45.095°), first snows typically arrive by mid-October and linger into early May — narrow the window accordingly. At 48.6 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Twin Brook track the nearby Little Magalloway River stream (0.6 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Twin Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Little Magalloway River | Streams | Oxford County, NH | 0.6 mi |
| Hurricane Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Hammel Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Green Top | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.3 mi |
| Big Brook | Streams | Oxford County, NH | 2.4 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Twin Brook located?
Twin Brook is in Oxford County, Maine, approximately 48.6 miles north of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Lincoln Pond topographic quadrangle.
How far is Twin Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 83 minutes, 48.6 miles north (bearing N) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Twin Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Twin Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 577475 on the Lincoln Pond quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Twin 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.