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Linscott Brook — Streams 35.2 Miles SSW of Chapman Inn
Oxford County, New Hampshire · USGS Brownfield Quadrangle · GNIS 569639
Within Oxford County, New Hampshire, on the USGS Brownfield quadrangle, the stream known as Linscott Brook sits 35.2 miles south-southwest of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Oxford County, New Hampshire, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Linscott Brook as a stream on the Brownfield topographic quadrangle (FIPS 23/017), under Feature ID 569639. Last revised by the Board on Geographic Names on 05/01/2015.
Coordinates & physical setting
Linscott Brook sits at 43.91313° N, 70.97118° W (DMS 43°54′47″ N, 70°58′16″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 43.88599° N, 71.03663° W (DMS 43°53′10″ N, 71°02′12″ W) — useful for anglers and paddlers tracing the upstream end.
Other streams in Oxford County, New Hampshire
Oxford County, NH contains 26 streams catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Linscott Brook itself. The ones closest to Linscott Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cole Brook | Brownfield | 0.5 mi |
| Paine Brook | Brownfield | 3.7 mi |
| Shepards River | Brownfield | 5.3 mi |
| Weeks Brook | Fryeburg | 8.5 mi |
| Province Brook | North Conway East | 13.3 mi |
| Little Cold River | Center Lovell | 16.6 mi |
| Langdon Brook | Center Lovell | 17 mi |
| Bradley Brook | Center Lovell | 18.2 mi |
| Shell Pond Brook | Chatham | 22.9 mi |
| Basin Brook | Wild River | 24.6 mi |
Features on the USGS Brownfield Quadrangle
The Brownfield 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 31 catalogued natural features alongside Linscott Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quint Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Cole Brook | Streams | Oxford County, NH | 0.5 mi |
| Sugarloaf | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Whales Back | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.3 mi |
| Tibbetts Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.6 mi |
| Billy Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 2.8 mi |
| Pine Hill | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 3 mi |
| Burnt Meadow Mountains | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 3.1 mi |
| Stone Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 3.1 mi |
| Peary Mountain | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 3.4 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SSW out of Bethel for 35.2 miles (south-southwest) and you reach Linscott Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 60 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (43.913°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 35.2 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Linscott Brook track the nearby Quint Brook stream (0.3 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Linscott Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quint Brook | Streams | Oxford County, ME | 0.3 mi |
| Cole Brook | Streams | Oxford County, NH | 0.5 mi |
| Sugarloaf | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 1.9 mi |
| Crown Hill | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 2.3 mi |
| Whales Back | Summits | Oxford County, ME | 2.3 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Linscott Brook located?
Linscott Brook is in Oxford County, New Hampshire, approximately 35.2 miles south-southwest of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Brownfield topographic quadrangle.
How far is Linscott Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 60 minutes, 35.2 miles south-southwest (bearing SSW) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Linscott Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Linscott Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 569639 on the Brownfield quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Linscott Brook?
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible.
How many other streams are in Oxford County, New Hampshire?
GNIS lists 25 other streams in Oxford County, New Hampshire.