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Cole Brook — Streams 34.7 Miles SSW of Chapman Inn
Oxford County, New Hampshire · USGS Brownfield Quadrangle · GNIS 564206
Within Oxford County, New Hampshire, on the USGS Brownfield quadrangle, the stream known as Cole Brook sits 34.7 miles south-southwest of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Oxford County, New Hampshire, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Cole Brook as a stream on the Brownfield topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/017), under Feature ID 564206. Catalogued in GNIS since 09/30/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Cole Brook sits at 43.92007° N, 70.97062° W (DMS 43°55′12″ N, 70°58′14″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 43.88167° N, 70.99944° W (DMS 43°52′54″ N, 70°59′58″ W) — useful for anglers and paddlers tracing the upstream end.
Other streams in Oxford County, New Hampshire
Oxford County, NH contains 26 streams catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Cole Brook itself. The ones closest to Cole Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Linscott Brook | Brownfield | 0.5 mi |
| Paine Brook | Brownfield | 3.2 mi |
| Shepards River | Brownfield | 5 mi |
| Weeks Brook | Fryeburg | 8 mi |
| Province Brook | North Conway East | 12.8 mi |
| Little Cold River | Center Lovell | 16.1 mi |
| Langdon Brook | Center Lovell | 16.5 mi |
| Bradley Brook | Center Lovell | 17.8 mi |
| Shell Pond Brook | Chatham | 22.5 mi |
| Basin Brook | Wild River | 24.1 mi |
Features on the USGS Brownfield Quadrangle
The Brownfield 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 31 catalogued natural features alongside Cole Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quint Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Linscott Brook | Streams | Oxford County, NH | 0.5 mi |
| Tibbetts Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Sugarloaf | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.3 mi |
| Billy Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 2.6 mi |
| Whales Back | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.8 mi |
| Peary Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 3 mi |
| Burnt Meadow Mountains | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 3.1 mi |
| Stone Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 3.1 mi |
| Haley Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 3.2 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SSW out of Bethel for 34.7 miles (south-southwest) and you reach Cole Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 59 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (43.920°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 34.7 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Cole Brook track the nearby Quint Brook stream (0.2 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Cole Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quint Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.2 mi |
| Linscott Brook | Streams | Oxford County, NH | 0.5 mi |
| Tibbetts Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.1 mi |
| Crown Hill | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 2.1 mi |
| Sugarloaf | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.3 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Cole Brook located?
Cole Brook is in Oxford County, New Hampshire, approximately 34.7 miles south-southwest of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Brownfield topographic quadrangle.
How far is Cole Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 59 minutes, 34.7 miles south-southwest (bearing SSW) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Cole Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Cole Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 564206 on the Brownfield quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Cole Brook?
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible.
How many other streams are in Oxford County, New Hampshire?
GNIS lists 25 other streams in Oxford County, New Hampshire.