Aerial imagery: USGS National Map (public domain)
Emery Brook — Streams 41.2 Miles WNW of Chapman Inn
Essex County, New Hampshire · USGS Groveton Quadrangle · GNIS 1457369
Within Essex County, New Hampshire, on the USGS Groveton quadrangle, the stream known as Emery Brook sits 41.2 miles west-northwest of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “natural watercourse in Essex County, Vermont, United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Essex County, New Hampshire, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Emery Brook as a stream on the Groveton topographic quadrangle (FIPS 50/009), under Feature ID 1457369. Catalogued in GNIS since 10/29/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Emery Brook sits at 44.55561° N, 71.59759° W (DMS 44°33′20″ N, 71°35′51″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.55422° N, 71.63898° W (DMS 44°33′15″ N, 71°38′20″ W) — useful for anglers and paddlers tracing the upstream end.
Other streams in Essex County, New Hampshire
Essex County, NH contains 6 streams catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Emery Brook itself. The ones closest to Emery Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Washburn Brook | Groveton | 0.5 mi |
| Hudson Brook | Gilman | 5.2 mi |
| Catbow Brook | Gilman | 6 mi |
| Taylor Brook | Stratford | 7.2 mi |
| Wheeler Stream | Stratford | 11.6 mi |
Features on the USGS Groveton Quadrangle
The Groveton 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 16 catalogued natural features alongside Emery Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washburn Brook | Streams | Essex County, NH | 0.5 mi |
| Dean Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 2.1 mi |
| Connecticut River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Coos County, NH | 2.2 mi |
| Beech Hill | Summits | Coos County, NH | 2.2 mi |
| Spalding Hill | Ridges | Coos County, NH | 3.5 mi |
| Kent Pond | Lakes | Coos County, NH | 3.6 mi |
| Baker Pond | Lakes | Coos County, NH | 3.8 mi |
| Upper Ammonoosuc River | Streams | Coos County, NH | 3.8 mi |
| Page Hill | Summits | Coos County, NH | 3.9 mi |
| Cape Horn | Ridges | Coos County, NH | 4 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing WNW out of Bethel for 41.2 miles (west-northwest) and you reach Emery Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 71 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.556°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 41.2 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Emery Brook track the nearby Washburn Brook stream (0.5 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Emery Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washburn Brook | Streams | Essex County, NH | 0.5 mi |
| Dean Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 2.1 mi |
| Connecticut River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Coos County, NH | 2.2 mi |
| Beech Hill | Summits | Coos County, NH | 2.2 mi |
| Spalding Hill | Ridges | Coos County, NH | 3.5 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Emery Brook located?
Emery Brook is in Essex County, New Hampshire, approximately 41.2 miles west-northwest of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Groveton topographic quadrangle.
How far is Emery Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 71 minutes, 41.2 miles west-northwest (bearing WNW) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Emery Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Emery Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 1457369 on the Groveton quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Emery Brook?
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible.
How many other streams are in Essex County, New Hampshire?
GNIS lists 5 other streams in Essex County, New Hampshire.
Wikidata: Q49903686.