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Leavitt Stream — Streams 22.2 Miles WNW of Chapman Inn
Coos County, New Hampshire · USGS Milan Quadrangle · GNIS 867974
Within Coos County, New Hampshire, on the USGS Milan quadrangle, the stream known as Leavitt Stream sits 22.2 miles west-northwest of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Coos County, New Hampshire, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Leavitt Stream as a stream on the Milan topographic quadrangle (FIPS 33/007), under Feature ID 867974. Catalogued in GNIS since 08/27/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Leavitt Stream sits at 44.56894° N, 71.17591° W (DMS 44°34′08″ N, 71°10′33″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.56895° N, 71.09785° W (DMS 44°34′08″ N, 71°05′52″ W) — useful for anglers and paddlers tracing the upstream end.
Other streams in Coos County, New Hampshire
Coos County, NH contains 300 streams catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Leavitt Stream itself. The ones closest to Leavitt Stream:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Chickwolnepy Stream | Milan | 1.3 mi |
| Stearns Brook | Milan | 1.7 mi |
| Horne Brook | Milan | 3.9 mi |
| North Branch Stearns Brook | Success Pond | 4.2 mi |
| South Branch Stearns Brook | Success Pond | 4.2 mi |
| Alder Brook | Success Pond | 4.2 mi |
| Robbins Brook | Milan | 4.4 mi |
| Cedar Brook | West Milan | 4.8 mi |
| Jericho Brook | Berlin | 5.4 mi |
| Red Brook | Shelburne | 5.6 mi |
Features on the USGS Milan Quadrangle
The Milan 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 14 catalogued natural features alongside Leavitt Stream. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chickwolnepy Stream | Streams | Coos County, NH | 1.3 mi |
| Stearns Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 1.7 mi |
| Oak Hill | Summits | Coos County, NH | 1.8 mi |
| Milan Hill | Summits | Coos County, NH | 2.3 mi |
| Mud Pond Lake | Lakes | Coos County, NH | 2.9 mi |
| Jodrie Hill | Summits | Coos County, NH | 3 mi |
| Closton Hill | Summits | Coos County, NH | 3.4 mi |
| Peabody Hill | Summits | Coos County, NH | 3.9 mi |
| Horne Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 3.9 mi |
| Little Cambridge Mountain | Summits | Coos County, NH | 3.9 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing WNW out of Bethel for 22.2 miles (west-northwest) and you reach Leavitt Stream; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 38 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. Being this far north (lat 44.569°), first snows typically arrive by mid-October and linger into early May — narrow the window accordingly. At 22.2 miles from the Inn, plan on a comfortable day trip with time for lunch on the road. Conditions at Leavitt Stream track the nearby Chickwolnepy Stream (1.3 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Leavitt Stream
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chickwolnepy Stream | Streams | Coos County, NH | 1.3 mi |
| Stearns Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 1.7 mi |
| Oak Hill | Summits | Coos County, NH | 1.8 mi |
| Milan Hill | Summits | Coos County, NH | 2.3 mi |
| Mud Pond Lake | Lakes | Coos County, NH | 2.9 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Leavitt Stream located?
Leavitt Stream is in Coos County, New Hampshire, approximately 22.2 miles west-northwest of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Milan topographic quadrangle.
How far is Leavitt Stream from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 38 minutes, 22.2 miles west-northwest (bearing WNW) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Leavitt Stream?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Leavitt Stream as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 867974 on the Milan quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Leavitt Stream?
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible.
How many other streams are in Coos County, New Hampshire?
GNIS lists 299 other streams in Coos County, New Hampshire.