Meadow Brook — Streams 41.3 Miles SW of Chapman Inn
Grafton County, New Hampshire · USGS Mount Carrigain Quadrangle · GNIS 872273
Within Grafton County, New Hampshire, on the USGS Mount Carrigain quadrangle, the stream known as Meadow Brook sits 41.3 miles southwest of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Grafton County, New Hampshire, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Meadow Brook as a stream on the Mount Carrigain topographic quadrangle (FIPS 33/009), under Feature ID 872273. Catalogued in GNIS since 08/27/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Meadow Brook sits at 44.02146° N, 71.42896° W (DMS 44°01′17″ N, 71°25′44″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.04056° N, 71.45222° W (DMS 44°02′26″ N, 71°27′08″ W) — useful for anglers and paddlers tracing the upstream end.
Other streams in Grafton County, New Hampshire
Grafton County, NH contains 89 streams catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Meadow Brook itself. The ones closest to Meadow Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ledge Brook | Mount Carrigain | 0.7 mi |
| Horne Brook | Mount Carrigain | 1.3 mi |
| Pine Bend Brook | Mount Carrigain | 1.5 mi |
| Sabbaday Brook | Mount Tripyramid | 2.4 mi |
| Carrigain Brook | Mount Carrigain | 2.9 mi |
| Greeley Brook | Waterville Valley | 4 mi |
| Kancamagus Brook | Mount Tripyramid | 4.1 mi |
| Whiteface Brook | Mount Carrigain | 4.2 mi |
| Flume Brook | Mount Tripyramid | 4.3 mi |
| Slide Brook | Mount Tripyramid | 4.3 mi |
Features on the USGS Mount Carrigain Quadrangle
The Mount Carrigain 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 36 catalogued natural features alongside Meadow Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ledge Brook | Streams | Grafton County, NH | 0.7 mi |
| Lily Pond | Lakes | Grafton County, NH | 1.2 mi |
| Horne Brook | Streams | Grafton County, NH | 1.3 mi |
| Pine Bend Brook | Streams | Grafton County, NH | 1.5 mi |
| Greens Cliff | Cliffs | Grafton County, NH | 1.6 mi |
| Sugar Hill | Summits | Grafton County, NH | 1.8 mi |
| Church Ponds | Lakes | Grafton County, NH | 2.5 mi |
| Mount Kancamagus | Summits | Grafton County, NH | 2.6 mi |
| Carrigain Brook | Streams | Grafton County, NH | 2.9 mi |
| Kancamagus Pass | Gaps | Grafton County, NH | 3.2 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SW out of Bethel for 41.3 miles (southwest) and you reach Meadow Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 71 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.021°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 41.3 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Meadow Brook track the nearby Ledge Brook stream (0.7 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Meadow Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ledge Brook | Streams | Grafton County, NH | 0.7 mi |
| Lily Pond | Lakes | Grafton County, NH | 1.2 mi |
| Horne Brook | Streams | Grafton County, NH | 1.3 mi |
| Pine Bend Brook | Streams | Grafton County, NH | 1.5 mi |
| Greens Cliff | Cliffs | Grafton County, NH | 1.6 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Meadow Brook located?
Meadow Brook is in Grafton County, New Hampshire, approximately 41.3 miles southwest of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Mount Carrigain topographic quadrangle.
How far is Meadow Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 71 minutes, 41.3 miles southwest (bearing SW) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Meadow Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Meadow Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 872273 on the Mount Carrigain quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Meadow Brook?
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible.
How many other streams are in Grafton County, New Hampshire?
GNIS lists 88 other streams in Grafton County, New Hampshire.