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Moore Brook — Streams 37.2 Miles WNW of Chapman Inn
Coos County, New Hampshire · USGS Groveton Quadrangle · GNIS 868532
Within Coos County, New Hampshire, on the USGS Groveton quadrangle, the stream known as Moore Brook sits 37.2 miles west-northwest of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Coos County, New Hampshire, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Moore Brook as a stream on the Groveton topographic quadrangle (FIPS 33/007), under Feature ID 868532. Catalogued in GNIS since 08/27/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Moore Brook sits at 44.58144° N, 71.50092° W (DMS 44°34′53″ N, 71°30′03″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.56478° N, 71.45730° W (DMS 44°33′53″ N, 71°27′26″ 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 Moore Brook itself. The ones closest to Moore Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ames Brook | Stark | 0.6 mi |
| Roaring Brook | Groveton | 1.1 mi |
| Upper Ammonoosuc River | Groveton | 1.8 mi |
| Parks Brook | Groveton | 1.8 mi |
| Potter Brook | Groveton | 2.2 mi |
| McCordick Brook | Stark | 2.7 mi |
| Dean Brook | Groveton | 3 mi |
| Nash Stream | Percy Peaks | 3.6 mi |
| Roaring Brook | Percy Peaks | 4 mi |
| Jimmy Cole Brook | Percy Peaks | 4.1 mi |
Features on the USGS Groveton Quadrangle
The Groveton 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 16 catalogued natural features alongside Moore Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roaring Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 1.1 mi |
| Cape Horn | Ridges | Coos County, NH | 1.1 mi |
| Upper Ammonoosuc River | Streams | Coos County, NH | 1.8 mi |
| Parks Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 1.8 mi |
| Potter Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 2.2 mi |
| Dean Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 3 mi |
| Connecticut River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Coos County, NH | 3 mi |
| Beech Hill | Summits | Coos County, NH | 3.3 mi |
| Spalding Hill | Ridges | Coos County, NH | 4.3 mi |
| Washburn Brook | Streams | Essex County, NH | 4.8 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing WNW out of Bethel for 37.2 miles (west-northwest) and you reach Moore Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 64 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 44.581°), first snows typically arrive by mid-October and linger into early May — narrow the window accordingly. At 37.2 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Moore Brook track the nearby Ames Brook stream (0.6 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Moore Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ames Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 0.6 mi |
| Roaring Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 1.1 mi |
| Cape Horn | Ridges | Coos County, NH | 1.1 mi |
| Upper Ammonoosuc River | Streams | Coos County, NH | 1.8 mi |
| Parks Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 1.8 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Moore Brook located?
Moore Brook is in Coos County, New Hampshire, approximately 37.2 miles west-northwest of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Groveton topographic quadrangle.
How far is Moore Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 64 minutes, 37.2 miles west-northwest (bearing WNW) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Moore Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Moore Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 868532 on the Groveton quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Moore Brook?
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.