Atwood Brook — Streams 48.9 Miles SW of Chapman Inn
Carroll County, New Hampshire · USGS Tamworth Quadrangle · GNIS 871412
Within Carroll County, New Hampshire, on the USGS Tamworth quadrangle, the stream known as Atwood Brook sits 48.9 miles southwest of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “river in the United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Carroll County, New Hampshire, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Atwood Brook as a stream on the Tamworth topographic quadrangle (FIPS 33/003), under Feature ID 871412. Catalogued in GNIS since 08/27/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Atwood Brook sits at 43.82757° N, 71.35868° W (DMS 43°49′39″ N, 71°21′31″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 43.85091° N, 71.41841° W (DMS 43°51′03″ N, 71°25′06″ W) — useful for anglers and paddlers tracing the upstream end.
Other streams in Carroll County, New Hampshire
Carroll County, NH contains 152 streams catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Atwood Brook itself. The ones closest to Atwood Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Meadow Brook | Center Sandwich | 0.4 mi |
| Cold River | Tamworth | 0.9 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Tamworth | 1.3 mi |
| Heath Brook | Center Sandwich | 1.6 mi |
| Cold Brook | Tamworth | 2.7 mi |
| Tilton Brook | Center Sandwich | 2.8 mi |
| Whiteface River | Center Sandwich | 2.9 mi |
| Hoag Brook | Tamworth | 3 mi |
| Back Brook | Tamworth | 3.2 mi |
| Hobb Brook | Tamworth | 3.5 mi |
Features on the USGS Tamworth Quadrangle
The Tamworth 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 30 catalogued natural features alongside Atwood Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miles Pond | Lakes | Carroll County, NH | 0.8 mi |
| Cold River | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 0.9 mi |
| Taylor Pond | Lakes | Carroll County, NH | 0.9 mi |
| Braga Pond | Lakes | Carroll County, NH | 1.2 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 1.3 mi |
| Beaver Pond | Lakes | Carroll County, NH | 1.4 mi |
| Jackman Pond | Lakes | Carroll County, NH | 1.6 mi |
| Cleveland Hill | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 2.2 mi |
| Larcom Mountain | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 2.4 mi |
| Little Larcom Mountain | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 2.5 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SW out of Bethel for 48.9 miles (southwest) and you reach Atwood Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 84 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (43.828°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 48.9 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Atwood Brook track the nearby Meadow Brook stream (0.4 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Atwood Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meadow Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 0.4 mi |
| Miles Pond | Lakes | Carroll County, NH | 0.8 mi |
| Cold River | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 0.9 mi |
| Taylor Pond | Lakes | Carroll County, NH | 0.9 mi |
| Braga Pond | Lakes | Carroll County, NH | 1.2 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Atwood Brook located?
Atwood Brook is in Carroll County, New Hampshire, approximately 48.9 miles southwest of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Tamworth topographic quadrangle.
How far is Atwood Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 84 minutes, 48.9 miles southwest (bearing SW) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Atwood Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Atwood Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 871412 on the Tamworth quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Atwood Brook?
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible.
How many other streams are in Carroll County, New Hampshire?
GNIS lists 151 other streams in Carroll County, New Hampshire.
Wikidata: Q34646231.