Middle Branch Cedar Stream — Streams 49.2 Miles NNW of Chapman Inn
Coos County, New Hampshire · USGS Lake Francis Quadrangle · GNIS 868412
Within Coos County, New Hampshire, on the USGS Lake Francis quadrangle, the stream known as Middle Branch Cedar Stream sits 49.2 miles north-northwest of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Coos County, New Hampshire, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Middle Branch Cedar Stream as a stream on the Lake Francis topographic quadrangle (FIPS 33/007), under Feature ID 868412. Catalogued in GNIS since 08/27/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Middle Branch Cedar Stream sits at 45.02671° N, 71.27730° W (DMS 45°01′36″ N, 71°16′38″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.98782° N, 71.26063° W (DMS 44°59′16″ N, 71°15′38″ 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 Middle Branch Cedar Stream itself. The ones closest to Middle Branch Cedar Stream:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| West Branch Cedar Stream | Lake Francis | 0.1 mi |
| Bog Branch | Lake Francis | 0.4 mi |
| Cedar Stream | Lake Francis | 0.4 mi |
| Crystal Brook | Lake Francis | 2 mi |
| Pisgah Brook | Magalloway Mountain | 3.5 mi |
| Bateman Brook | Diamond Pond | 3.5 mi |
| Gulf Brook | Diamond Pond | 4.7 mi |
| Tracy Brook | Diamond Pond | 4.7 mi |
| Rowell Brook | Magalloway Mountain | 4.8 mi |
| Hellgate Brook | Magalloway Mountain | 4.8 mi |
Features on the USGS Lake Francis Quadrangle
The Lake Francis 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 9 catalogued natural features alongside Middle Branch Cedar Stream. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Branch Cedar Stream | Streams | Coos County, NH | 0.1 mi |
| Bog Branch | Streams | Coos County, NH | 0.4 mi |
| Cedar Stream | Streams | Coos County, NH | 0.4 mi |
| Tromley Hill | Summits | Coos County, NH | 0.7 mi |
| Roundtop Mountain | Summits | Coos County, NH | 1.1 mi |
| South Mountain | Summits | Coos County, NH | 1.2 mi |
| Carr Pond | Lakes | Coos County, NH | 1.7 mi |
| Crystal Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 2 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing NNW out of Bethel for 49.2 miles (north-northwest) and you reach Middle Branch Cedar Stream; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 84 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 45.027°), first snows typically arrive by mid-October and linger into early May — narrow the window accordingly. At 49.2 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Middle Branch Cedar Stream track the nearby West Branch Cedar Stream (essentially adjacent) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Middle Branch Cedar Stream
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Branch Cedar Stream | Streams | Coos County, NH | 0.1 mi |
| Bog Branch | Streams | Coos County, NH | 0.4 mi |
| Cedar Stream | Streams | Coos County, NH | 0.4 mi |
| Tromley Hill | Summits | Coos County, NH | 0.7 mi |
| Roundtop Mountain | Summits | Coos County, NH | 1.1 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Middle Branch Cedar Stream located?
Middle Branch Cedar Stream is in Coos County, New Hampshire, approximately 49.2 miles north-northwest of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Lake Francis topographic quadrangle.
How far is Middle Branch Cedar Stream from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 84 minutes, 49.2 miles north-northwest (bearing NNW) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Middle Branch Cedar Stream?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Middle Branch Cedar Stream as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 868412 on the Lake Francis quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Middle Branch Cedar 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.