Bragg Ledge — Benches 48.6 Miles SW of Chapman Inn
Carroll County, New Hampshire · USGS Center Sandwich Quadrangle · GNIS 871574
Within Carroll County, New Hampshire, on the USGS Center Sandwich quadrangle, the bench terrace known as Bragg Ledge sits 48.6 miles southwest of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Carroll County, New Hampshire, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Bragg Ledge as a bench terrace on the Center Sandwich topographic quadrangle (FIPS 33/003), under Feature ID 871574. Catalogued in GNIS since 08/27/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Bragg Ledge sits at 43.84757° N, 71.38535° W (DMS 43°50′51″ N, 71°23′07″ W).
Other benches in Carroll County, New Hampshire
Carroll County, NH contains 20 benches catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Bragg Ledge itself. The ones closest to Bragg Ledge:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lunt Ledge | Tamworth | 4.4 mi |
| Overhang | Mount Chocorua | 7.1 mi |
| Square Ledge | Mount Chocorua | 7.5 mi |
| Bragdon Ledge | Silver Lake | 9.4 mi |
| Nickerson Ledge | Silver Lake | 10 mi |
| Carter Ledge | Mount Chocorua | 10.3 mi |
| White Ledge | Silver Lake | 12 mi |
| Whitton Ledge | Silver Lake | 12.1 mi |
| Chamberlain Ledge | Silver Lake | 12.8 mi |
| Band M Ledge | Silver Lake | 13 mi |
Features on the USGS Center Sandwich Quadrangle
The Center Sandwich 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 8 catalogued natural features alongside Bragg Ledge. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heath Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 0.6 mi |
| Tilton Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 1 mi |
| Whiteface River | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 1.1 mi |
| Pond Brook | Streams | Grafton County, NH | 1.5 mi |
| Maple Ridge | Ridges | Carroll County, NH | 2.1 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 2.2 mi |
| Cold River | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 4 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SW out of Bethel for 48.6 miles (southwest) and you reach Bragg Ledge; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 83 minutes.
Best time to visit
Generally accessible May through October; winter access depends on snow cover. At this latitude (43.848°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 48.6 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Bragg Ledge track the nearby Heath Brook stream (0.6 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Bragg Ledge
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heath Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 0.6 mi |
| Braga Pond | Lakes | Carroll County, NH | 0.7 mi |
| Tilton Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 1 mi |
| Whiteface River | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 1.1 mi |
| Miles Pond | Lakes | Carroll County, NH | 1.4 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Bragg Ledge located?
Bragg Ledge is in Carroll County, New Hampshire, approximately 48.6 miles southwest of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Center Sandwich topographic quadrangle.
How far is Bragg Ledge from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 83 minutes, 48.6 miles southwest (bearing SW) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Bragg Ledge?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Bragg Ledge as a bench terrace, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 871574 on the Center Sandwich quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Bragg Ledge?
Generally accessible May through October; winter access depends on snow cover.
How many other benches are in Carroll County, New Hampshire?
GNIS lists 19 other benches in Carroll County, New Hampshire.
Wikidata: Q49172314.