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Nelson Brook — Streams 37.3 Miles NW of Chapman Inn
Coos County, New Hampshire · USGS Dixville Notch Quadrangle · GNIS 868694
Within Coos County, New Hampshire, on the USGS Dixville Notch quadrangle, the stream known as Nelson Brook sits 37.3 miles northwest of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Coos County, New Hampshire, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Nelson Brook as a stream on the Dixville Notch topographic quadrangle (FIPS 33/007), under Feature ID 868694. Catalogued in GNIS since 08/27/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Nelson Brook sits at 44.77588° N, 71.34064° W (DMS 44°46′33″ N, 71°20′26″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.78917° N, 71.36944° W (DMS 44°47′21″ N, 71°22′10″ 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 Nelson Brook itself. The ones closest to Nelson Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Watkinson Brook | Dixville Notch | 0.6 mi |
| Number Three Brook | Dixville Notch | 0.7 mi |
| Wells Brook | Dixville Notch | 1.2 mi |
| Sypher Brook | Dixville Notch | 1.2 mi |
| Kelly Brook | Dixville Notch | 1.3 mi |
| Rocky Brook | Dixville Notch | 1.6 mi |
| Annis Brook | Dixville Notch | 1.8 mi |
| Hedgehog Brook | Dixville Notch | 1.9 mi |
| West Branch Phillips Brook | Dummer Ponds | 2.7 mi |
| North Inlet | Dixville Notch | 3.6 mi |
Features on the USGS Dixville Notch Quadrangle
The Dixville Notch 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 31 catalogued natural features alongside Nelson Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Watkinson Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 0.6 mi |
| Number Three Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 0.7 mi |
| Wells Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 1.2 mi |
| Sypher Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 1.2 mi |
| Phillips Pond | Reservoirs | Coos County, NH | 1.3 mi |
| Kelly Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 1.3 mi |
| Devils Washbowl | Lakes | Coos County, NH | 1.6 mi |
| Rocky Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 1.6 mi |
| Owlhead Mountain | Summits | Coos County, NH | 1.7 mi |
| Annis Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 1.8 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing NW out of Bethel for 37.3 miles (northwest) and you reach Nelson 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 44.776°), first snows typically arrive by mid-October and linger into early May — narrow the window accordingly. At 37.3 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Nelson Brook track the nearby Watkinson Brook stream (0.6 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Nelson Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Watkinson Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 0.6 mi |
| Number Three Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 0.7 mi |
| Wells Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 1.2 mi |
| Sypher Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 1.2 mi |
| Phillips Pond | Reservoirs | Coos County, NH | 1.3 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Nelson Brook located?
Nelson Brook is in Coos County, New Hampshire, approximately 37.3 miles northwest of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Dixville Notch topographic quadrangle.
How far is Nelson Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 64 minutes, 37.3 miles northwest (bearing NW) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Nelson Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Nelson Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 868694 on the Dixville Notch quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Nelson 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.