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Razor Brook — Streams 33.2 Miles SW of Chapman Inn
Coos County, New Hampshire · USGS Bartlett Quadrangle · GNIS 872546
Within Coos County, New Hampshire, on the USGS Bartlett quadrangle, the stream known as Razor Brook sits 33.2 miles southwest of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Coos County, New Hampshire, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Razor Brook as a stream on the Bartlett topographic quadrangle (FIPS 33/007), under Feature ID 872546. Catalogued in GNIS since 08/27/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Razor Brook sits at 44.08340° N, 71.28618° W (DMS 44°05′00″ N, 71°17′10″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.13285° N, 71.32869° W (DMS 44°07′58″ N, 71°19′43″ 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 Razor Brook itself. The ones closest to Razor Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dry River | Stairs Mountain | 5.3 mi |
| Upper Stairs Brook | Stairs Mountain | 5.5 mi |
| Silver Cascade | Crawford Notch | 10.3 mi |
| Elephant Head Brook | Crawford Notch | 11 mi |
| Gibbs Brook | Crawford Notch | 11.5 mi |
| New River | Mount Washington | 12 mi |
| East Fork East Branch Saco River | Chatham | 12.2 mi |
| Cutler River | Mount Washington | 12.4 mi |
| Assaguam Brook | Mount Dartmouth | 12.9 mi |
| Monroe Brook | Mount Washington | 12.9 mi |
Features on the USGS Bartlett Quadrangle
The Bartlett 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 31 catalogued natural features alongside Razor Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cave Mountain | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 0.7 mi |
| Albany Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 0.8 mi |
| McKiels Pond | Lakes | Carroll County, NH | 0.9 mi |
| Bartlett Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 1 mi |
| Louisville Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 1.6 mi |
| Sawyer Rock | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 1.7 mi |
| Meadow Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 1.7 mi |
| Mount Langdon | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 1.9 mi |
| Mount Pickering | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 2.1 mi |
| Hart Ledge | Benches | Carroll County, NH | 2.1 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SW out of Bethel for 33.2 miles (southwest) and you reach Razor Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 57 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 44.083°), first snows typically arrive by mid-October and linger into early May — narrow the window accordingly. At 33.2 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Razor Brook track the nearby Cave Mountain summit (0.7 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Razor Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cave Mountain | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 0.7 mi |
| Albany Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 0.8 mi |
| McKiels Pond | Lakes | Carroll County, NH | 0.9 mi |
| Bartlett Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 1 mi |
| Louisville Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 1.6 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Razor Brook located?
Razor Brook is in Coos County, New Hampshire, approximately 33.2 miles southwest of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Bartlett topographic quadrangle.
How far is Razor Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 57 minutes, 33.2 miles southwest (bearing SW) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Razor Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Razor Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 872546 on the Bartlett quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Razor 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.