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Pine River — Streams 47.1 Miles SSW of Chapman Inn
Carroll County, New Hampshire · USGS Ossipee Lake Quadrangle · GNIS 869201
Within Carroll County, New Hampshire, on the USGS Ossipee Lake quadrangle, the stream known as Pine River sits 47.1 miles south-southwest of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “river located in eastern New Hampshire in the United States”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Carroll County, New Hampshire, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Pine River as a stream on the Ossipee Lake topographic quadrangle (FIPS 33/003), under Feature ID 869201. Catalogued in GNIS since 08/27/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Pine River sits at 43.77202° N, 71.14007° W (DMS 43°46′19″ N, 71°08′24″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 43.64730° N, 71.04673° W (DMS 43°38′50″ N, 71°02′48″ W) — useful for anglers and paddlers tracing the upstream end.
Other streams in Carroll County, New Hampshire
Carroll County, NH contains 152 streams catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Pine River itself. The ones closest to Pine River:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lovell River | Ossipee Lake | 1.1 mi |
| Beech River | Ossipee Lake | 1.2 mi |
| Red Brook | Freedom | 1.3 mi |
| Chick Branch | Freedom | 1.4 mi |
| Folsom Brook | Ossipee Lake | 1.7 mi |
| Dan Hole River | Ossipee Lake | 1.7 mi |
| Bearcamp River | Ossipee Lake | 2 mi |
| Peavey Brook | Ossipee | 2.4 mi |
| West Branch | Ossipee Lake | 2.8 mi |
| Phillips Brook | Freedom | 2.9 mi |
Features on the USGS Ossipee Lake Quadrangle
The Ossipee Lake 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 38 catalogued natural features alongside Pine River. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lovell River | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 1.1 mi |
| Beech River | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 1.2 mi |
| Deer Cove | Bays | Carroll County, NH | 1.5 mi |
| Ossipee Lake | Lakes | Carroll County, NH | 1.5 mi |
| Folsom Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 1.7 mi |
| Dan Hole River | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 1.7 mi |
| Bearcamp River | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 2 mi |
| Dan Hole River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Belknap County, NH | 2 mi |
| Raccoon Mountain | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 2.1 mi |
| Sheep Mountain | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 2.2 mi |
Historical record
The Pine River is a 19.2-mile-long (30.9 km) river located in eastern New Hampshire in the United States. It is a tributary of Ossipee Lake, part of the Saco River watershed leading to the Atlantic Ocean. More on Wikipedia →
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SSW out of Bethel for 47.1 miles (south-southwest) and you reach Pine River; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 81 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (43.772°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 47.1 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Pine River track the nearby Lovell River stream (1.1 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Pine River
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lovell River | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 1.1 mi |
| Beech River | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 1.2 mi |
| Red Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 1.3 mi |
| Chick Branch | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 1.4 mi |
| Heath Pond | Lakes | Carroll County, NH | 1.4 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Pine River located?
Pine River is in Carroll County, New Hampshire, approximately 47.1 miles south-southwest of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Ossipee Lake topographic quadrangle.
How far is Pine River from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 81 minutes, 47.1 miles south-southwest (bearing SSW) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Pine River?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Pine River as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 869201 on the Ossipee Lake quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Pine River?
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible.
How many other streams are in Carroll County, New Hampshire?
GNIS lists 151 other streams in Carroll County, New Hampshire.
Wikidata: Q7195340.