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Langdon Brook — Streams 19.6 Miles SSW of Chapman Inn
Carroll County, New Hampshire · USGS Center Lovell Quadrangle · GNIS 872153
Within Carroll County, New Hampshire, on the USGS Center Lovell quadrangle, the stream known as Langdon Brook sits 19.6 miles south-southwest of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Carroll County, New Hampshire, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Langdon Brook as a stream on the Center Lovell topographic quadrangle (FIPS 33/003), under Feature ID 872153. Last revised by the Board on Geographic Names on 06/22/2021.
Coordinates & physical setting
Langdon Brook sits at 44.15872° N, 70.98708° W (DMS 44°09′31″ N, 70°59′13″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.14360° N, 71.06484° W (DMS 44°08′37″ N, 71°03′53″ 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 Langdon Brook itself. The ones closest to Langdon Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Watson Brook | Chatham | 1.6 mi |
| McDonough Brook | Chatham | 1.6 mi |
| Chandler Brook | Chatham | 4.8 mi |
| Anderson Brook | North Conway East | 5.1 mi |
| Middle Brook | North Conway East | 5.6 mi |
| Slippery Brook | Chatham | 6 mi |
| Mill Brook | Chatham | 6.1 mi |
| Burnt Knoll Brook | Chatham | 6.8 mi |
| Hoyt Brook | North Conway East | 7.3 mi |
| Gardiner Brook | North Conway West | 7.5 mi |
Features on the USGS Center Lovell Quadrangle
The Center Lovell 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 65 catalogued natural features alongside Langdon Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Langdon Brook | Streams | Oxford County, NH | 0 mi |
| Little Cold River | Streams | Oxford County, NH | 1 mi |
| Bradley Brook | Streams | Oxford County, NH | 1.3 mi |
| Creeper Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Cold River | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Charles Pond | Lakes | Oxford County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Wiley Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.4 mi |
| Long Meadow Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 2.4 mi |
| Colton Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 2.6 mi |
| Pigeon Point | Capes | Oxford County, ME | 2.6 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SSW out of Bethel for 19.6 miles (south-southwest) and you reach Langdon Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 34 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.159°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 19.6 miles from the Inn, plan on a comfortable day trip with time for lunch on the road. Conditions at Langdon Brook track the nearby Langdon Brook stream (essentially adjacent) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Langdon Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Langdon Brook | Streams | Oxford County, NH | 0 mi |
| Little Cold River | Streams | Oxford County, NH | 1 mi |
| Bradley Brook | Streams | Oxford County, NH | 1.3 mi |
| Watson Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 1.6 mi |
| McDonough Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 1.6 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Langdon Brook located?
Langdon Brook is in Carroll County, New Hampshire, approximately 19.6 miles south-southwest of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Center Lovell topographic quadrangle.
How far is Langdon Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 34 minutes, 19.6 miles south-southwest (bearing SSW) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Langdon Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Langdon Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 872153 on the Center Lovell quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Langdon 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.