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Annis Brook — Streams 38.9 Miles NW of Chapman Inn
Coos County, New Hampshire · USGS Dixville Notch Quadrangle · GNIS 865247
Within Coos County, New Hampshire, on the USGS Dixville Notch quadrangle, the stream known as Annis Brook sits 38.9 miles northwest of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “river in Coös County, New Hampshire, United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Coos County, New Hampshire, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Annis Brook as a stream on the Dixville Notch topographic quadrangle (FIPS 33/007), under Feature ID 865247. Catalogued in GNIS since 08/27/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Annis Brook sits at 44.80199° N, 71.34814° W (DMS 44°48′07″ N, 71°20′53″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.79866° N, 71.37619° W (DMS 44°47′55″ N, 71°22′34″ W) — useful for anglers and paddlers tracing the upstream end.
Other streams in Coos County, New Hampshire
Coos County, NH contains 300 streams catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Annis Brook itself. The ones closest to Annis Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hedgehog Brook | Dixville Notch | 0.1 mi |
| Rocky Brook | Dixville Notch | 0.2 mi |
| Kelly Brook | Dixville Notch | 0.5 mi |
| Wells Brook | Dixville Notch | 0.7 mi |
| Watkinson Brook | Dixville Notch | 1.3 mi |
| Nelson Brook | Dixville Notch | 1.8 mi |
| Number Three Brook | Dixville Notch | 2.4 mi |
| Sypher Brook | Dixville Notch | 2.8 mi |
| Moran Brook | Bunnell Mountain | 3.5 mi |
| Bog Brook | Bunnell Mountain | 4.2 mi |
Features on the USGS Dixville Notch Quadrangle
The Dixville Notch 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 31 catalogued natural features alongside Annis Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hedgehog Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 0.1 mi |
| Rocky Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 0.2 mi |
| Kelly Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 0.5 mi |
| Wells Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 0.7 mi |
| Watkinson Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 1.3 mi |
| Kelsey Notch | Gaps | Coos County, NH | 1.6 mi |
| Mount Kelsey | Summits | Coos County, NH | 1.7 mi |
| Nelson Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 1.8 mi |
| Baldhead Mountain | Summits | Coos County, NH | 2.3 mi |
| Number Three Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 2.4 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing NW out of Bethel for 38.9 miles (northwest) and you reach Annis Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 67 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 44.802°), first snows typically arrive by mid-October and linger into early May — narrow the window accordingly. At 38.9 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Annis Brook track the nearby Hedgehog Brook stream (essentially adjacent) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Annis Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hedgehog Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 0.1 mi |
| Rocky Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 0.2 mi |
| Kelly Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 0.5 mi |
| Wells Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 0.7 mi |
| Watkinson Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 1.3 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Annis Brook located?
Annis Brook is in Coos County, New Hampshire, approximately 38.9 miles northwest of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Dixville Notch topographic quadrangle.
How far is Annis Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 67 minutes, 38.9 miles northwest (bearing NW) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Annis Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Annis Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 865247 on the Dixville Notch quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Annis Brook?
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible.
How many other streams are in Coos County, New Hampshire?
GNIS lists 299 other streams in Coos County, New Hampshire.
Wikidata: Q34643380.