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East Branch Whiteface River — Streams 46.5 Miles SW of Chapman Inn
Carroll County, New Hampshire · USGS Mount Tripyramid Quadrangle · GNIS 871828
Catalogued on the USGS Mount Tripyramid quadrangle in Carroll County, New Hampshire, East Branch Whiteface River — a stream — lies 46.5 miles southwest of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “river in the United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 871828, East Branch Whiteface River is recorded as a stream on the USGS Mount Tripyramid quadrangle in Carroll County, New Hampshire (FIPS 33/003). Catalogued in GNIS since 08/27/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
East Branch Whiteface River sits at 43.90396° N, 71.41591° W (DMS 43°54′14″ N, 71°24′57″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 43.93639° N, 71.41861° W (DMS 43°56′11″ N, 71°25′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 East Branch Whiteface River itself. The ones closest to East Branch Whiteface River:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| White Brook | Mount Tripyramid | 1.4 mi |
| Captain Neal Brook | Mount Tripyramid | 1.8 mi |
| Tewksberry Brook | Mount Chocorua | 2.6 mi |
| Cold River | Center Sandwich | 2.8 mi |
| Whiteface River | Center Sandwich | 3.1 mi |
| Kelly Brook | Mount Chocorua | 3.1 mi |
| Tilton Brook | Center Sandwich | 3.2 mi |
| Mill Brook | Tamworth | 4.7 mi |
| Heath Brook | Center Sandwich | 4.7 mi |
| Wonalancet River | Mount Chocorua | 5.1 mi |
Features on the USGS Mount Tripyramid Quadrangle
The Mount Tripyramid 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 39 catalogued natural features alongside East Branch Whiteface River. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| White Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 1.4 mi |
| Flat Mountain | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 1.4 mi |
| Whiteface Intervale | Basins | Carroll County, NH | 1.6 mi |
| Captain Neal Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 1.8 mi |
| Flat Mountain Ponds | Lakes | Grafton County, NH | 2 mi |
| West Spur Whiteface | Summits | Grafton County, NH | 2 mi |
| Mount Whiteface | Summits | Grafton County, NH | 2.1 mi |
| Young Mountain | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 2.4 mi |
| Mount Wonalancet | Summits | Grafton County, NH | 2.5 mi |
| The Bowl | Basins | Grafton County, NH | 2.6 mi |
Historical record
The East Branch of the Whiteface River is a 1.9-mile-long (3.1 km) stream in the White Mountains of New Hampshire in the United States. It is a tributary of the Whiteface River, part of the Saco River watershed. Read the full Wikipedia entry →
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
A 80-minute drive along back roads separates the front door of Chapman Inn from East Branch Whiteface River — 46.5 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 (43.904°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 46.5 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at East Branch Whiteface River track the nearby White Brook stream (1.4 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to East Branch Whiteface River
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| White Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 1.4 mi |
| Flat Mountain | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 1.4 mi |
| Whiteface Intervale | Basins | Carroll County, NH | 1.6 mi |
| Captain Neal Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 1.8 mi |
| Flat Mountain Ponds | Lakes | Grafton County, NH | 2 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is East Branch Whiteface River located?
East Branch Whiteface River is in Carroll County, New Hampshire, approximately 46.5 miles southwest of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Mount Tripyramid topographic quadrangle.
How far is East Branch Whiteface River from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 80 minutes, 46.5 miles southwest (bearing SW) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is East Branch Whiteface River?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies East Branch Whiteface River as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 871828 on the Mount Tripyramid quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit East Branch Whiteface 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.
Wikidata: Q5327933.