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Cascade Brook — Streams 38.9 Miles NW of Chapman Inn
Coos County, New Hampshire · USGS Dixville Notch Quadrangle · GNIS 866024
Within Coos County, New Hampshire, on the USGS Dixville Notch quadrangle, the stream known as Cascade Brook sits 38.9 miles northwest of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “river in Coös County, United States of America - Geonames ID = 5084278”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Coos County, New Hampshire, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Cascade Brook as a stream on the Dixville Notch topographic quadrangle (FIPS 33/007), under Feature ID 866024. Catalogued in GNIS since 08/27/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Cascade Brook sits at 44.84699° N, 71.27786° W (DMS 44°50′49″ N, 71°16′40″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.84444° N, 71.31389° W (DMS 44°50′40″ N, 71°18′50″ 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 Cascade Brook itself. The ones closest to Cascade Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Flume Brook | Dixville Notch | 0.6 mi |
| West Branch Clear Stream | Errol | 2.4 mi |
| Moose Brook | Dixville Notch | 3 mi |
| Welch Brook | Errol | 3.4 mi |
| South Valley Brook | Mount Pisgah | 3.9 mi |
| Dixie Brook | Mount Pisgah | 3.9 mi |
| Nathan Pond Brook | Mount Pisgah | 4.2 mi |
| Hedgehog Brook | Dixville Notch | 4.6 mi |
| Annis Brook | Dixville Notch | 4.6 mi |
| Roaring Brook | Mount Pisgah | 4.6 mi |
Features on the USGS Dixville Notch Quadrangle
The Dixville Notch 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 31 catalogued natural features alongside Cascade Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flume Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 0.6 mi |
| The Flume | Other Natural Features | Coos County, NH | 0.9 mi |
| Table Rock | Pillars | Coos County, NH | 1.6 mi |
| Lake Abeniki | Reservoirs | Coos County, NH | 1.8 mi |
| Round Pond | Lakes | Coos County, NH | 1.9 mi |
| Lake Gloriette | Reservoirs | Coos County, NH | 2 mi |
| Dixville Peak | Summits | Coos County, NH | 2.1 mi |
| Farm Pond | Reservoirs | Coos County, NH | 2.4 mi |
| Moose Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 3 mi |
| Kelsey Notch | Gaps | Coos County, NH | 3.6 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 Cascade 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 44.847°), 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 Cascade Brook track the nearby Flume Brook stream (0.6 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Cascade Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flume Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 0.6 mi |
| The Flume | Other Natural Features | Coos County, NH | 0.9 mi |
| Table Rock | Pillars | Coos County, NH | 1.6 mi |
| Lake Abeniki | Reservoirs | Coos County, NH | 1.8 mi |
| Rice Mountain | Summits | Coos County, NH | 1.9 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Cascade Brook located?
Cascade 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 Cascade 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 Cascade Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Cascade Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 866024 on the Dixville Notch quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Cascade 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: Q34696034.