Cold River — Streams 49.3 Miles SW of Chapman Inn
Carroll County, New Hampshire · USGS Center Sandwich Quadrangle · GNIS 871711
Catalogued on the USGS Center Sandwich quadrangle in Carroll County, New Hampshire, Cold River — a stream — lies 49.3 miles southwest of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 871711, Cold River is recorded as a stream on the USGS Center Sandwich quadrangle in Carroll County, New Hampshire (FIPS 33/003). Catalogued in GNIS since 08/27/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Cold River sits at 43.87507° N, 71.45507° W (DMS 43°52′30″ N, 71°27′18″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 43.85667° N, 71.46861° W (DMS 43°51′24″ N, 71°28′07″ 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 Cold River itself. The ones closest to Cold River:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| White Brook | Mount Tripyramid | 2.6 mi |
| East Branch Whiteface River | Mount Tripyramid | 2.8 mi |
| Captain Neal Brook | Mount Tripyramid | 3.1 mi |
| Whiteface River | Center Sandwich | 3.4 mi |
| Tilton Brook | Center Sandwich | 3.5 mi |
| Heath Brook | Center Sandwich | 4.2 mi |
| Tewksberry Brook | Mount Chocorua | 4.4 mi |
| Kelly Brook | Mount Chocorua | 5.7 mi |
| Atwood Brook | Tamworth | 5.8 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Center Sandwich | 6 mi |
Features on the USGS Center Sandwich Quadrangle
The Center Sandwich 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 8 catalogued natural features alongside Cold River. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maple Ridge | Ridges | Carroll County, NH | 2 mi |
| Pond Brook | Streams | Grafton County, NH | 2.9 mi |
| Whiteface River | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 3.4 mi |
| Tilton Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 3.5 mi |
| Bragg Ledge | Benches | Carroll County, NH | 4 mi |
| Heath Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 4.2 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 6 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
A 85-minute drive along back roads separates the front door of Chapman Inn from Cold River — 49.3 miles southwest as the crow flies, on compass bearing SW.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (43.875°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 49.3 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Cold River track the nearby Young Mountain summit (0.7 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Cold River
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Young Mountain | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 0.7 mi |
| Maple Ridge | Ridges | Carroll County, NH | 2 mi |
| Flat Mountain | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 2.1 mi |
| White Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 2.6 mi |
| Flat Mountain Ponds | Lakes | Grafton County, NH | 2.7 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Cold River located?
Cold River is in Carroll County, New Hampshire, approximately 49.3 miles southwest of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Center Sandwich topographic quadrangle.
How far is Cold River from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 85 minutes, 49.3 miles southwest (bearing SW) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Cold River?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Cold River as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 871711 on the Center Sandwich quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Cold River?
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.