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Hoyt Brook — Streams 26.4 Miles SW of Chapman Inn
Carroll County, New Hampshire · USGS North Conway East Quadrangle · GNIS 873119
Within Carroll County, New Hampshire, on the USGS North Conway East quadrangle, the stream known as Hoyt Brook sits 26.4 miles southwest of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “river in Carroll County, New Hampshire, United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Carroll County, New Hampshire, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Hoyt Brook as a stream on the North Conway East topographic quadrangle (FIPS 33/003), under Feature ID 873119. Catalogued in GNIS since 02/01/1991.
Coordinates & physical setting
Hoyt Brook sits at 44.09951° N, 71.10979° W (DMS 44°05′58″ N, 71°06′35″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.09917° N, 71.10528° W (DMS 44°05′57″ N, 71°06′19″ 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 Hoyt Brook itself. The ones closest to Hoyt Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Whitten Brook | North Conway West | 1.7 mi |
| Gardiner Brook | North Conway West | 1.9 mi |
| Burnt Knoll Brook | Chatham | 2.7 mi |
| East Branch Saco River | North Conway West | 2.7 mi |
| Lucy Brook | North Conway West | 3 mi |
| Ellis River | North Conway West | 3.1 mi |
| Elm Brook | North Conway West | 3.7 mi |
| Artist Brook | North Conway East | 3.7 mi |
| Slippery Brook | Chatham | 4 mi |
| Kearsarge Brook | North Conway West | 4.1 mi |
Features on the USGS North Conway East Quadrangle
The North Conway East 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 27 catalogued natural features alongside Hoyt Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barlett Mountain | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 0.2 mi |
| Kearsarge North | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 0.9 mi |
| Mount Surprise | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 1.3 mi |
| Shingle Pond | Lakes | Carroll County, NH | 1.8 mi |
| Rickers Knoll | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 1.8 mi |
| Hurricane Mountain | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 2.6 mi |
| Cranmore Mountain | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 3 mi |
| Peaked Hill | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 3.3 mi |
| Green Hills | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 3.7 mi |
| Black Cap | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 3.7 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SW out of Bethel for 26.4 miles (southwest) and you reach Hoyt Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 45 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.100°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 26.4 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Hoyt Brook track the nearby Barlett Mountain summit (0.2 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Hoyt Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barlett Mountain | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 0.2 mi |
| Kearsarge North | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 0.9 mi |
| Mount Surprise | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 1.3 mi |
| Whitten Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 1.7 mi |
| Shingle Pond | Lakes | Carroll County, NH | 1.8 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Hoyt Brook located?
Hoyt Brook is in Carroll County, New Hampshire, approximately 26.4 miles southwest of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS North Conway East topographic quadrangle.
How far is Hoyt Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 45 minutes, 26.4 miles southwest (bearing SW) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Hoyt Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Hoyt Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 873119 on the North Conway East quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Hoyt 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: Q34787267.