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Carrigain Branch — Streams 39.1 Miles WSW of Chapman Inn
Grafton County, New Hampshire · USGS Mount Carrigain Quadrangle · GNIS 871622
Within Grafton County, New Hampshire, on the USGS Mount Carrigain quadrangle, the stream known as Carrigain Branch sits 39.1 miles west-southwest of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Grafton County, New Hampshire, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Carrigain Branch as a stream on the Mount Carrigain topographic quadrangle (FIPS 33/009), under Feature ID 871622. Catalogued in GNIS since 08/27/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Carrigain Branch sits at 44.11868° N, 71.46952° W (DMS 44°07′07″ N, 71°28′10″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.08694° N, 71.46139° W (DMS 44°05′13″ N, 71°27′41″ W) — useful for anglers and paddlers tracing the upstream end.
Other streams in Grafton County, New Hampshire
Grafton County, NH contains 89 streams catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Carrigain Branch itself. The ones closest to Carrigain Branch:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shoal Pond Brook | Mount Carrigain | 0.2 mi |
| Norcross Brook | Mount Carrigain | 0.6 mi |
| Notch Brook | Mount Carrigain | 0.6 mi |
| Crystal Brook | Mount Carrigain | 1.1 mi |
| Anderson Brook | Mount Carrigain | 1.3 mi |
| North Fork East Branch Pemigewasset River | Mount Osceola | 1.8 mi |
| Jumping Brook | Crawford Notch | 2.3 mi |
| Whitewall Brook | Crawford Notch | 3.4 mi |
| Black Brook | Mount Osceola | 3.4 mi |
| Cedar Brook | Mount Osceola | 4.4 mi |
Features on the USGS Mount Carrigain Quadrangle
The Mount Carrigain 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 36 catalogued natural features alongside Carrigain Branch. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shoal Pond Brook | Streams | Grafton County, NH | 0.2 mi |
| Norcross Brook | Streams | Grafton County, NH | 0.6 mi |
| Notch Brook | Streams | Grafton County, NH | 0.6 mi |
| Crystal Brook | Streams | Grafton County, NH | 1.1 mi |
| Anderson Brook | Streams | Grafton County, NH | 1.3 mi |
| Vose Spur | Ridges | Grafton County, NH | 2 mi |
| Mount Carrigain | Summits | Grafton County, NH | 2.1 mi |
| Signal Ridge | Ridges | Grafton County, NH | 2.2 mi |
| Carrigain Pond | Lakes | Grafton County, NH | 2.2 mi |
| Carrigain Notch | Gaps | Grafton County, NH | 2.2 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing WSW out of Bethel for 39.1 miles (west-southwest) and you reach Carrigain Branch; 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. At this latitude (44.119°), 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 Carrigain Branch track the nearby Shoal Pond Brook stream (0.2 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Carrigain Branch
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shoal Pond Brook | Streams | Grafton County, NH | 0.2 mi |
| Norcross Brook | Streams | Grafton County, NH | 0.6 mi |
| Notch Brook | Streams | Grafton County, NH | 0.6 mi |
| Crystal Brook | Streams | Grafton County, NH | 1.1 mi |
| Anderson Brook | Streams | Grafton County, NH | 1.3 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Carrigain Branch located?
Carrigain Branch is in Grafton County, New Hampshire, approximately 39.1 miles west-southwest of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Mount Carrigain topographic quadrangle.
How far is Carrigain Branch from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 67 minutes, 39.1 miles west-southwest (bearing WSW) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Carrigain Branch?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Carrigain Branch as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 871622 on the Mount Carrigain quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Carrigain Branch?
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible.
How many other streams are in Grafton County, New Hampshire?
GNIS lists 88 other streams in Grafton County, New Hampshire.