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Dryad Brook — Streams 14.0 Miles W of Chapman Inn
Coos County, New Hampshire · USGS Shelburne Quadrangle · GNIS 871805
Within Coos County, New Hampshire, on the USGS Shelburne quadrangle, the stream known as Dryad Brook sits 14.0 miles west of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Coos County, New Hampshire, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Dryad Brook as a stream on the Shelburne topographic quadrangle (FIPS 33/007), under Feature ID 871805. Catalogued in GNIS since 08/27/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Dryad Brook sits at 44.43700° N, 71.06980° W (DMS 44°26′13″ N, 71°04′11″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.44750° N, 71.08972° W (DMS 44°26′51″ N, 71°05′23″ 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 Dryad Brook itself. The ones closest to Dryad Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Gates Brook | Shelburne | 1.7 mi |
| Austin Mill Brook | Shelburne | 1.9 mi |
| Larry Flume | Shelburne | 2.3 mi |
| Peabody Brook | Shelburne | 2.4 mi |
| Clement Brook | Shelburne | 2.5 mi |
| Rattle River | Shelburne | 3 mi |
| East Brook | Shelburne | 3 mi |
| Ingalls Brook | Shelburne | 3.1 mi |
| Leadmine Brook | Shelburne | 3.1 mi |
| South Branch Horne Brook | Shelburne | 3.9 mi |
Features on the USGS Shelburne Quadrangle
The Shelburne 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 47 catalogued natural features alongside Dryad Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dryad Falls | Waterfalls | Coos County, NH | 0.5 mi |
| Mount Ingalls | Summits | Coos County, NH | 0.9 mi |
| Gentian Pond | Lakes | Coos County, NH | 1.1 mi |
| Mount Crag | Summits | Coos County, NH | 1.2 mi |
| Upper Gentian Pond | Lakes | Coos County, NH | 1.2 mi |
| Middle Mountain | Summits | Coos County, NH | 1.3 mi |
| Dream Lake | Lakes | Coos County, NH | 1.3 mi |
| First Mountain | Summits | Coos County, NH | 1.4 mi |
| Bald Cap Peak | Summits | Coos County, NH | 1.4 mi |
| Judson Pond | Lakes | Coos County, NH | 1.6 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing W out of Bethel for 14.0 miles (west) and you reach Dryad Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 24 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 44.437°), first snows typically arrive by mid-October and linger into early May — narrow the window accordingly. At 14.0 miles from the Inn, plan on a comfortable day trip with time for lunch on the road. Conditions at Dryad Brook track the nearby Dryad Falls waterfall (0.5 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Dryad Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dryad Falls | Waterfalls | Coos County, NH | 0.5 mi |
| Mount Ingalls | Summits | Coos County, NH | 0.9 mi |
| Gentian Pond | Lakes | Coos County, NH | 1.1 mi |
| Mount Crag | Summits | Coos County, NH | 1.2 mi |
| Upper Gentian Pond | Lakes | Coos County, NH | 1.2 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Dryad Brook located?
Dryad Brook is in Coos County, New Hampshire, approximately 14.0 miles west of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Shelburne topographic quadrangle.
How far is Dryad Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 24 minutes, 14.0 miles west (bearing W) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Dryad Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Dryad Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 871805 on the Shelburne quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Dryad 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.