Palmer Brook — Streams 48.5 Miles W of Chapman Inn
Grafton County, New Hampshire · USGS Littleton Quadrangle · GNIS 868982
Within Grafton County, New Hampshire, on the USGS Littleton quadrangle, the stream known as Palmer Brook sits 48.5 miles west of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Grafton County, New Hampshire, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Palmer Brook as a stream on the Littleton topographic quadrangle (FIPS 33/009), under Feature ID 868982. Catalogued in GNIS since 08/27/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Palmer Brook sits at 44.30812° N, 71.76176° W (DMS 44°18′29″ N, 71°45′42″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.35117° N, 71.74537° W (DMS 44°21′04″ N, 71°44′43″ 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 Palmer Brook itself. The ones closest to Palmer Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Baker Brook | Littleton | 0.3 mi |
| Fowler Brook | Bethlehem | 1.8 mi |
| Black Brook | Bethlehem | 2 mi |
| Barrett Brook | Bethlehem | 2.3 mi |
| Hatch Brook | Bethlehem | 3.3 mi |
| Bowen Brook | Sugar Hill | 5.2 mi |
| Ham Branch | Sugar Hill | 5.5 mi |
| Wiseman Brook | Franconia | 5.8 mi |
| Black Brook | Bethlehem | 6 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Franconia | 6.2 mi |
Features on the USGS Littleton Quadrangle
The Littleton 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 10 catalogued natural features alongside Palmer Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baker Brook | Streams | Grafton County, NH | 0.3 mi |
| Pine Hill | Summits | Grafton County, NH | 0.6 mi |
| Oak Hill Reservoir | Reservoirs | Grafton County, NH | 0.6 mi |
| Mount Eustis Reservoir | Reservoirs | Grafton County, NH | 1.2 mi |
| Eustis Hill | Summits | Grafton County, NH | 1.3 mi |
| Parker Mountain | Summits | Grafton County, NH | 2 mi |
| Farr Hill | Summits | Grafton County, NH | 2.8 mi |
| Towns Mountain | Summits | Grafton County, NH | 3.8 mi |
| Mount Misery | Summits | Grafton County, NH | 4.4 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing W out of Bethel for 48.5 miles (west) and you reach Palmer Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 83 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.308°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 48.5 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Palmer Brook track the nearby Baker Brook stream (0.3 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Palmer Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baker Brook | Streams | Grafton County, NH | 0.3 mi |
| Pine Hill | Summits | Grafton County, NH | 0.6 mi |
| Oak Hill Reservoir | Reservoirs | Grafton County, NH | 0.6 mi |
| Ammonoosucuc River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Grafton County, NH | 0.8 mi |
| Mount Eustis Reservoir | Reservoirs | Grafton County, NH | 1.2 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Palmer Brook located?
Palmer Brook is in Grafton County, New Hampshire, approximately 48.5 miles west of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Littleton topographic quadrangle.
How far is Palmer Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 83 minutes, 48.5 miles west (bearing W) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Palmer Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Palmer Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 868982 on the Littleton quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Palmer 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.