Cascade Brook — Streams 46.7 Miles SW of Chapman Inn
Grafton County, New Hampshire · USGS Waterville Valley Quadrangle · GNIS 871640
Within Grafton County, New Hampshire, on the USGS Waterville Valley quadrangle, the stream known as Cascade Brook sits 46.7 miles southwest of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “river in Grafton County, United States of America - Geonames ID = 5084282”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Grafton County, New Hampshire, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Cascade Brook as a stream on the Waterville Valley topographic quadrangle (FIPS 33/009), under Feature ID 871640. Catalogued in GNIS since 08/27/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Cascade Brook sits at 43.96868° N, 71.50841° W (DMS 43°58′07″ N, 71°30′30″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 43.94646° N, 71.43674° W (DMS 43°56′47″ N, 71°26′12″ 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 Cascade Brook itself. The ones closest to Cascade Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Tecumseh Brook | Waterville Valley | 0.4 mi |
| Osceola Brook | Waterville Valley | 0.5 mi |
| Avalanche Brook | Mount Tripyramid | 0.8 mi |
| West Branch Mad River | Waterville Valley | 1 mi |
| Flume Brook | Mount Tripyramid | 1.2 mi |
| Kancamagus Brook | Mount Tripyramid | 1.3 mi |
| Snows Brook | Waterville Valley | 1.4 mi |
| Slide Brook | Mount Tripyramid | 1.7 mi |
| Greeley Brook | Waterville Valley | 1.8 mi |
| Cold Brook | Mount Tripyramid | 2.1 mi |
Features on the USGS Waterville Valley Quadrangle
The Waterville Valley 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 19 catalogued natural features alongside Cascade Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tecumseh Brook | Streams | Grafton County, NH | 0.4 mi |
| Osceola Brook | Streams | Grafton County, NH | 0.5 mi |
| West Branch Mad River | Streams | Grafton County, NH | 1 mi |
| Snows Brook | Streams | Grafton County, NH | 1.4 mi |
| Greeley Brook | Streams | Grafton County, NH | 1.8 mi |
| Mount Tecumseh | Summits | Grafton County, NH | 2.4 mi |
| Drakes Brook | Streams | Grafton County, NH | 2.4 mi |
| Dry Brook | Streams | Grafton County, NH | 2.6 mi |
| Thornton Gap | Gaps | Grafton County, NH | 2.7 mi |
| Breadtray Ridge | Ridges | Grafton County, NH | 2.7 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SW out of Bethel for 46.7 miles (southwest) and you reach Cascade Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 80 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (43.969°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 46.7 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Cascade Brook track the nearby Tecumseh Brook stream (0.4 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Cascade Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tecumseh Brook | Streams | Grafton County, NH | 0.4 mi |
| Osceola Brook | Streams | Grafton County, NH | 0.5 mi |
| The Ledges | Benches | Grafton County, NH | 0.7 mi |
| Avalanche Brook | Streams | Grafton County, NH | 0.8 mi |
| West Branch Mad River | Streams | Grafton County, NH | 1 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Cascade Brook located?
Cascade Brook is in Grafton County, New Hampshire, approximately 46.7 miles southwest of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Waterville Valley topographic quadrangle.
How far is Cascade Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 80 minutes, 46.7 miles southwest (bearing SW) 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 871640 on the Waterville Valley 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 Grafton County, New Hampshire?
GNIS lists 88 other streams in Grafton County, New Hampshire.
Wikidata: Q34696055.