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Walker Brook — Streams 4.2 Miles S of Chapman Inn
Oxford County, Maine · USGS East Stoneham Quadrangle · GNIS 581253
4.2 miles south of Chapman Inn, on the USGS East Stoneham topographic quadrangle, Walker Brook is a stream recorded in Oxford County, Maine by the federal Geographic Names Information System.
Wikidata short description: “river in Oxford County, United States of America - Geonames ID = 4982061”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
The USGS East Stoneham 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle places Walker Brook in Oxford County, Maine (FIPS 23/017), classified as a stream in the federal GNIS (Feature ID 581253). Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Walker Brook sits at 44.34479° N, 70.78535° W (DMS 44°20′41″ N, 70°47′07″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.35861° N, 70.80250° W (DMS 44°21′31″ N, 70°48′09″ 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 Walker Brook itself. The ones closest to Walker Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Patte Brook | East Stoneham | 0.2 mi |
| Wild Brook | East Stoneham | 0.9 mi |
| New England Brook | East Stoneham | 2.6 mi |
| East Branch Pleasant River | East Stoneham | 3.1 mi |
| Barkers Brook | East Stoneham | 3.2 mi |
| West Branch Pleasant River | East Stoneham | 3.5 mi |
| Kendall Brook | Bethel | 4.6 mi |
| Alder River | Bethel | 4.8 mi |
| Mill Brook | Bethel | 4.9 mi |
| Flints Brook | East Stoneham | 4.9 mi |
Features on the USGS East Stoneham Quadrangle
The East Stoneham 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 49 catalogued natural features alongside Walker Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Patte Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Wild Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Ingham Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1 mi |
| Songo Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Emery Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.5 mi |
| Browns Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Bacon Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Grover Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2 mi |
| Browns Ledge | Cliffs | Oxford County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Patte Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.2 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Chapman Inn sits 4.2 miles south (bearing S) of Walker Brook. At moderate back-road speeds the drive runs about 7 minutes — comfortably inside a half-day outing window after breakfast.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.345°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. The 4.2-mile drive from Chapman Inn makes it practical for a half-day outing — you can check conditions in the morning and still turn back if the weather closes in. Conditions at Walker Brook track the nearby Patte Brook stream (0.2 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Walker Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Patte Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Wild Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Ingham Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1 mi |
| Songo Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 1.1 mi |
| Emery Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.5 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Walker Brook located?
Walker Brook is in Oxford County, Maine, approximately 4.2 miles south of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS East Stoneham topographic quadrangle.
How far is Walker Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 7 minutes, 4.2 miles south (bearing S) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Walker Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Walker Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 581253 on the East Stoneham quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Walker 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.
Wikidata: Q34821633.