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Ellis River — Streams 28.1 Miles SW of Chapman Inn
Carroll County, New Hampshire · USGS North Conway West Quadrangle · GNIS 871856
Tracing roughly 27 kilometres of Carroll County, New Hampshire drainage, Ellis River is catalogued on the USGS North Conway West quadrangle and reaches its closest point 28.1 miles southwest of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “river in United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Carroll County, New Hampshire, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Ellis River as a stream on the North Conway West topographic quadrangle (FIPS 33/003), under Feature ID 871856. Catalogued in GNIS since 08/27/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Ellis River sits at 44.10451° N, 71.17229° W (DMS 44°06′16″ N, 71°10′20″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.28145° N, 71.27757° W (DMS 44°16′53″ N, 71°16′39″ W) — useful for anglers and paddlers tracing the upstream end.
Dimensions & elevation
- Length 27.00 km / 16.78 mi
Other streams in Carroll County, New Hampshire
Carroll County, NH contains 152 streams catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Ellis River itself. The ones closest to Ellis River:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| East Branch Saco River | North Conway West | 0.7 mi |
| Mountain Brook | North Conway West | 1.2 mi |
| Rocky Branch | North Conway West | 1.3 mi |
| Cow Brook | North Conway West | 1.9 mi |
| Whitten Brook | North Conway West | 2.4 mi |
| Gardiner Brook | North Conway West | 2.5 mi |
| Lucy Brook | North Conway West | 2.7 mi |
| Hoyt Brook | North Conway East | 3.1 mi |
| Stony Brook | North Conway West | 3.2 mi |
| Burnt Knoll Brook | Chatham | 3.4 mi |
Features on the USGS North Conway West Quadrangle
The North Conway West 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 32 catalogued natural features alongside Ellis River. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Branch Saco River | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 0.7 mi |
| Humphreys Ledge | Benches | Carroll County, NH | 1.2 mi |
| Mountain Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 1.2 mi |
| Thorn Hill | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 1.2 mi |
| Rocky Branch | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 1.3 mi |
| Cow Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 1.9 mi |
| Dianas Baths | Springs | Carroll County, NH | 2 mi |
| Kittredge Pond | Lakes | Carroll County, NH | 2.2 mi |
| Whitten Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 2.4 mi |
| Gardiner Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 2.5 mi |
Historical record
The Ellis River is a 16-mile-long (26 km) river in the White Mountains of New Hampshire in the United States. It is a tributary of the Saco River, which flows to the Atlantic Ocean in Maine. Read the full Wikipedia entry →
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SW out of Bethel for 28.1 miles (southwest) and you reach Ellis River; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 48 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.105°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 28.1 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Ellis River track the nearby East Branch Saco River stream (0.7 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Ellis River
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Branch Saco River | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 0.7 mi |
| Humphreys Ledge | Benches | Carroll County, NH | 1.2 mi |
| Mountain Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 1.2 mi |
| Thorn Hill | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 1.2 mi |
| Rocky Branch | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 1.3 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Ellis River located?
Ellis River is in Carroll County, New Hampshire, approximately 28.1 miles southwest of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS North Conway West topographic quadrangle.
How far is Ellis River from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 48 minutes, 28.1 miles southwest (bearing SW) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Ellis River?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Ellis River as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 871856 on the North Conway West quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Ellis River?
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible.
How long is Ellis River?
Wikidata records a length of 27.00 km (16.78 mi) for Ellis River.
How many other streams are in Carroll County, New Hampshire?
GNIS lists 151 other streams in Carroll County, New Hampshire.
Wikidata: Q5365980.