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Gulf Brook — Streams 22.4 Miles SW of Chapman Inn
Carroll County, New Hampshire · USGS Jackson Quadrangle · GNIS 871984
Catalogued on the USGS Jackson quadrangle in Carroll County, New Hampshire, Gulf Brook — a stream — lies 22.4 miles southwest of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “river in Carroll County, New Hampshire, United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 871984, Gulf Brook is recorded as a stream on the USGS Jackson quadrangle in Carroll County, New Hampshire (FIPS 33/003). Catalogued in GNIS since 08/27/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Gulf Brook sits at 44.19284° N, 71.13063° W (DMS 44°11′34″ N, 71°07′50″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.20500° N, 71.15722° W (DMS 44°12′18″ N, 71°09′26″ 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 Gulf Brook itself. The ones closest to Gulf Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Black Brook | Jackson | 1.1 mi |
| Slippery Brook | Chatham | 2.7 mi |
| Than Brook | Jackson | 3.1 mi |
| Marsh Brook | Jackson | 3.2 mi |
| Wildcat Brook | Jackson | 3.2 mi |
| Davis Brook | Jackson | 3.2 mi |
| Bog Brook | Jackson | 3.3 mi |
| Great Brook | Jackson | 3.6 mi |
| Burnt Knoll Brook | Chatham | 3.9 mi |
| Spruce Brook | Jackson | 4.6 mi |
Features on the USGS Jackson Quadrangle
The Jackson 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 29 catalogued natural features alongside Gulf Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 1.1 mi |
| North Doublehead | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 1.7 mi |
| South Doublehead | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 2.2 mi |
| The Knoll | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 2.2 mi |
| Black Mountain | Ridges | Carroll County, NH | 2.6 mi |
| Than Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 3.1 mi |
| Tin Mountain | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 3.1 mi |
| Marsh Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 3.2 mi |
| Wildcat Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 3.2 mi |
| Davis Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 3.2 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
A 38-minute drive along back roads separates the front door of Chapman Inn from Gulf Brook — 22.4 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 (44.193°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 22.4 miles from the Inn, plan on a comfortable day trip with time for lunch on the road. Conditions at Gulf Brook track the nearby Black Brook stream (1.1 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Gulf Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 1.1 mi |
| Chandler Mountain | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 1.4 mi |
| East Fork East Branch Saco River | Streams | Coos County, NH | 1.7 mi |
| North Doublehead | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 1.7 mi |
| South Doublehead | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 2.2 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Gulf Brook located?
Gulf Brook is in Carroll County, New Hampshire, approximately 22.4 miles southwest of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Jackson topographic quadrangle.
How far is Gulf Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 38 minutes, 22.4 miles southwest (bearing SW) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Gulf Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Gulf Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 871984 on the Jackson quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Gulf Brook?
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: Q34770850.