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Brandy Bog — Swamps 39.1 Miles SE of Chapman Inn
Cumberland County, Maine · USGS Gray Quadrangle · GNIS 1912201
Catalogued on the USGS Gray quadrangle in Cumberland County, Maine, Brandy Bog — a swamp — lies 39.1 miles southeast of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “swamp in Cumberland County, Maine, United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 1912201, Brandy Bog is recorded as a swamp on the USGS Gray quadrangle in Cumberland County, Maine (FIPS 23/005). Catalogued in GNIS since 05/08/2001.
Coordinates & physical setting
Brandy Bog sits at 43.95702° N, 70.30783° W (DMS 43°57′25″ N, 70°18′28″ W).
Other swamps in Cumberland County, Maine
Cumberland County, ME contains 9 swamps catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Brandy Bog itself. The ones closest to Brandy Bog:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Morgan Meadow | Raymond | 4.7 mi |
| Moose Meadow | Raymond | 4.9 mi |
| Gray Meadow | Cumberland Center | 5.8 mi |
| Boody Meadow | North Windham | 9.8 mi |
| Ted Swamp | Casco | 13.7 mi |
| Pitts Meadow | Casco | 15.5 mi |
| Perley Meadow | North Sebago | 17.6 mi |
| Biglow Swamp | Casco | 18.5 mi |
Features on the USGS Gray Quadrangle
The Gray 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 25 catalogued natural features alongside Brandy Bog. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gloucester Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Stevens Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Little Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| The Sinkhole | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Snows Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Chandler Mill Pond | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 1.8 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 2.2 mi |
| Lily Pond Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 2.3 mi |
| Royal River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Cumberland County, ME | 2.4 mi |
| Eddy Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 2.6 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
A 67-minute drive along back roads separates the front door of Chapman Inn from Brandy Bog — 39.1 miles southeast as the crow flies, on compass bearing SE.
Best time to visit
Late May through October; avoid black-fly peak in late May. At this latitude (43.957°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 39.1 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Brandy Bog track the nearby Gloucester Hill summit (0.7 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Brandy Bog
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gloucester Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 0.7 mi |
| Stevens Brook | Streams | Cumberland County, ME | 1.6 mi |
| Little Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| The Sinkhole | Lakes | Cumberland County, ME | 1.7 mi |
| Snows Hill | Summits | Cumberland County, ME | 1.8 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Brandy Bog located?
Brandy Bog is in Cumberland County, Maine, approximately 39.1 miles southeast of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Gray topographic quadrangle.
How far is Brandy Bog from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 67 minutes, 39.1 miles southeast (bearing SE) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Brandy Bog?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Brandy Bog as a swamp, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 1912201 on the Gray quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Brandy Bog?
Late May through October; avoid black-fly peak in late May.
How many other swamps are in Cumberland County, Maine?
GNIS lists 8 other swamps in Cumberland County, Maine.
Wikidata: Q33173163.