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Peabody Brook — Streams 15.5 Miles W of Chapman Inn
Coos County, New Hampshire · USGS Shelburne Quadrangle · GNIS 872468
Within Coos County, New Hampshire, on the USGS Shelburne quadrangle, the stream known as Peabody Brook sits 15.5 miles west of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Coos County, New Hampshire, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Peabody Brook as a stream on the Shelburne topographic quadrangle (FIPS 33/007), under Feature ID 872468. Catalogued in GNIS since 08/27/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Peabody Brook sits at 44.41062° N, 71.10202° W (DMS 44°24′38″ N, 71°06′07″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.44056° N, 71.09861° W (DMS 44°26′26″ N, 71°05′55″ 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 Peabody Brook itself. The ones closest to Peabody Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rattle River | Shelburne | 0.6 mi |
| Leadmine Brook | Shelburne | 1.2 mi |
| Gates Brook | Shelburne | 1.3 mi |
| Austin Mill Brook | Shelburne | 1.5 mi |
| East Brook | Shelburne | 1.7 mi |
| Clement Brook | Shelburne | 1.9 mi |
| Schoolhouse Brook | Berlin | 1.9 mi |
| Josh Brook | Berlin | 2.2 mi |
| Pea Brook | Berlin | 2.2 mi |
| Kidder Brook | Berlin | 2.3 mi |
Features on the USGS Shelburne Quadrangle
The Shelburne 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 47 catalogued natural features alongside Peabody Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rattle River | Streams | Coos County, NH | 0.6 mi |
| Androscoggin River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Coos County, NH | 0.7 mi |
| Mount Winthrop | Summits | Coos County, NH | 0.9 mi |
| First Mountain | Summits | Coos County, NH | 1.1 mi |
| Leadmine Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 1.2 mi |
| Gates Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 1.3 mi |
| Middle Mountain | Summits | Coos County, NH | 1.3 mi |
| Shadow Pool | Lakes | Coos County, NH | 1.4 mi |
| Mount Crag | Summits | Coos County, NH | 1.5 mi |
| Austin Mill Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 1.5 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing W out of Bethel for 15.5 miles (west) and you reach Peabody Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 27 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 44.411°), first snows typically arrive by mid-October and linger into early May — narrow the window accordingly. At 15.5 miles from the Inn, plan on a comfortable day trip with time for lunch on the road. Conditions at Peabody Brook track the nearby Rattle River stream (0.6 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Peabody Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rattle River | Streams | Coos County, NH | 0.6 mi |
| Androscoggin River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Coos County, NH | 0.7 mi |
| Mount Winthrop | Summits | Coos County, NH | 0.9 mi |
| First Mountain | Summits | Coos County, NH | 1.1 mi |
| Leadmine Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 1.2 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Peabody Brook located?
Peabody Brook is in Coos County, New Hampshire, approximately 15.5 miles west of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Shelburne topographic quadrangle.
How far is Peabody Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 27 minutes, 15.5 miles west (bearing W) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Peabody Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Peabody Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 872468 on the Shelburne quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Peabody 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.