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Rocky Brook — Streams 38.6 Miles NW of Chapman Inn
Coos County, New Hampshire · USGS Dixville Notch Quadrangle · GNIS 869570
Within Coos County, New Hampshire, on the USGS Dixville Notch quadrangle, the stream known as Rocky Brook sits 38.6 miles northwest of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “stream in Coös County, New Hampshire, United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Coos County, New Hampshire, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Rocky Brook as a stream on the Dixville Notch topographic quadrangle (FIPS 33/007), under Feature ID 869570. Catalogued in GNIS since 08/27/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Rocky Brook sits at 44.79894° N, 71.34619° W (DMS 44°47′56″ N, 71°20′46″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.79194° N, 71.37389° W (DMS 44°47′31″ N, 71°22′26″ 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 Rocky Brook itself. The ones closest to Rocky Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Annis Brook | Dixville Notch | 0.2 mi |
| Kelly Brook | Dixville Notch | 0.3 mi |
| Hedgehog Brook | Dixville Notch | 0.3 mi |
| Wells Brook | Dixville Notch | 0.4 mi |
| Watkinson Brook | Dixville Notch | 1 mi |
| Nelson Brook | Dixville Notch | 1.6 mi |
| Number Three Brook | Dixville Notch | 2.2 mi |
| Sypher Brook | Dixville Notch | 2.6 mi |
| Moran Brook | Bunnell Mountain | 3.6 mi |
| North Inlet | Dixville Notch | 4.1 mi |
Features on the USGS Dixville Notch Quadrangle
The Dixville Notch 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 31 catalogued natural features alongside Rocky Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annis Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 0.2 mi |
| Kelly Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 0.3 mi |
| Hedgehog Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 0.3 mi |
| Wells Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 0.4 mi |
| Watkinson Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 1 mi |
| Mount Kelsey | Summits | Coos County, NH | 1.6 mi |
| Nelson Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 1.6 mi |
| Kelsey Notch | Gaps | Coos County, NH | 1.8 mi |
| Number Three Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 2.2 mi |
| Owlhead Mountain | Summits | Coos County, NH | 2.4 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing NW out of Bethel for 38.6 miles (northwest) and you reach Rocky Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 66 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 44.799°), first snows typically arrive by mid-October and linger into early May — narrow the window accordingly. At 38.6 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Rocky Brook track the nearby Annis Brook stream (0.2 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Rocky Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annis Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 0.2 mi |
| Kelly Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 0.3 mi |
| Hedgehog Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 0.3 mi |
| Wells Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 0.4 mi |
| Watkinson Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 1 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Rocky Brook located?
Rocky Brook is in Coos County, New Hampshire, approximately 38.6 miles northwest of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Dixville Notch topographic quadrangle.
How far is Rocky Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 66 minutes, 38.6 miles northwest (bearing NW) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Rocky Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Rocky Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 869570 on the Dixville Notch quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Rocky 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.
Wikidata: Q35259024.