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Hudson Brook — Streams 41.8 Miles W of Chapman Inn
Essex County, New Hampshire · USGS Gilman Quadrangle · GNIS 1457930
Within Essex County, New Hampshire, on the USGS Gilman quadrangle, the stream known as Hudson Brook sits 41.8 miles west of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “stream in Essex County, Vermont, United States (44.48, -71.63)”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Essex County, New Hampshire, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Hudson Brook as a stream on the Gilman topographic quadrangle (FIPS 50/009), under Feature ID 1457930. Catalogued in GNIS since 10/29/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Hudson Brook sits at 44.48422° N, 71.62814° W (DMS 44°29′03″ N, 71°37′41″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.52256° N, 71.63620° W (DMS 44°31′21″ N, 71°38′10″ 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 Hudson Brook itself. The ones closest to Hudson Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Catbow Brook | Gilman | 1 mi |
| Emery Brook | Groveton | 5.2 mi |
| Washburn Brook | Groveton | 5.7 mi |
| Taylor Brook | Stratford | 12.3 mi |
| Wheeler Stream | Stratford | 16.5 mi |
Features on the USGS Gilman Quadrangle
The Gilman 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 10 catalogued natural features alongside Hudson Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Catbow Brook | Streams | Essex County, NH | 1 mi |
| Johns River | Streams | Coos County, NH | 4.6 mi |
| Clark Pond | Lakes | Coos County, NH | 4.7 mi |
| Gold Mine Pond (historical) | Reservoirs | Grafton County, NH | 6.9 mi |
| Wallace Hill | Summits | Coos County, NH | 7 mi |
| Dalton Mountain | Summits | Coos County, NH | 7.4 mi |
| Cushman Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 7.7 mi |
| Beede Mountain | Summits | Coos County, NH | 8.3 mi |
| Blue Hill | Summits | Coos County, NH | 9 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing W out of Bethel for 41.8 miles (west) and you reach Hudson Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 72 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.484°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 41.8 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Hudson Brook track the nearby Catbow Brook stream (1.0 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Hudson Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Catbow Brook | Streams | Essex County, NH | 1 mi |
| Israel River | Streams | Coos County, NH | 1.7 mi |
| Orne Mountain | Summits | Coos County, NH | 2.2 mi |
| Mount Pleasant | Summits | Coos County, NH | 2.9 mi |
| Martin Meadow Pond | Lakes | Coos County, NH | 3.1 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Hudson Brook located?
Hudson Brook is in Essex County, New Hampshire, approximately 41.8 miles west of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Gilman topographic quadrangle.
How far is Hudson Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 72 minutes, 41.8 miles west (bearing W) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Hudson Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Hudson Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 1457930 on the Gilman quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Hudson 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: Q134730576.