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West Branch Bog Brook — Streams 26.5 Miles SE of Chapman Inn
Oxford County, Maine · USGS Oxford Quadrangle · GNIS 578039
Within Oxford County, Maine, on the USGS Oxford quadrangle, the stream known as West Branch Bog Brook sits 26.5 miles southeast of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “river in the United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Oxford County, Maine, the U.S. Geological Survey lists West Branch Bog Brook as a stream on the Oxford topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/017), under Feature ID 578039. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
West Branch Bog Brook sits at 44.14896° N, 70.38922° W (DMS 44°08′56″ N, 70°23′21″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.17028° N, 70.40250° W (DMS 44°10′13″ N, 70°24′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 West Branch Bog Brook itself. The ones closest to West Branch Bog Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Middle Branch Bog Brook | Oxford | 0.9 mi |
| Dunham Brook | Oxford | 2.8 mi |
| Minister Brook | Oxford | 3.2 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Oxford | 3.4 mi |
| Willow Brook | Oxford | 4.1 mi |
| Noble Brook | Oxford | 4.4 mi |
| Bicknell Brook | Lake Auburn West | 5.2 mi |
| Town Farm Brook | Norway | 6 mi |
| Allen Brook | Lake Auburn West | 6.1 mi |
| Cobb Brook | Oxford | 6.2 mi |
Features on the USGS Oxford Quadrangle
The Oxford 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 34 catalogued natural features alongside West Branch Bog Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hawkes Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Hawkes Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Gardner Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Middle Branch Bog Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Mount Hunger | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Robinson Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Jam Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.3 mi |
| Marshall Pond | Reservoirs | Oxford County, ME | 2.3 mi |
| Dunham Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 2.8 mi |
| Sam Rowe Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 3.2 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SE out of Bethel for 26.5 miles (southeast) and you reach West Branch Bog Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 45 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.149°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 26.5 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at West Branch Bog Brook track the nearby Hawkes Pond lake (0.2 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to West Branch Bog Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hawkes Pond | Lakes | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Hawkes Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.4 mi |
| Gardner Brook | Streams | Androscoggin County, ME | 0.8 mi |
| Middle Branch Bog Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.9 mi |
| Pottle Hill | Summits | Androscoggin County, ME | 1.4 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is West Branch Bog Brook located?
West Branch Bog Brook is in Oxford County, Maine, approximately 26.5 miles southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Oxford topographic quadrangle.
How far is West Branch Bog Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 45 minutes, 26.5 miles southeast (bearing SE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is West Branch Bog Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies West Branch Bog Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 578039 on the Oxford quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit West Branch Bog 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: Q34859073.