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Schoolhouse Brook — Streams 16.8 Miles W of Chapman Inn
Coos County, New Hampshire · USGS Berlin Quadrangle · GNIS 872636
Within Coos County, New Hampshire, on the USGS Berlin quadrangle, the stream known as Schoolhouse Brook sits 16.8 miles west of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Coos County, New Hampshire, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Schoolhouse Brook as a stream on the Berlin topographic quadrangle (FIPS 33/007), under Feature ID 872636. Catalogued in GNIS since 08/27/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Schoolhouse Brook sits at 44.39117° N, 71.12924° W (DMS 44°23′28″ N, 71°07′45″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.38201° N, 71.12480° W (DMS 44°22′55″ N, 71°07′29″ 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 Schoolhouse Brook itself. The ones closest to Schoolhouse Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Josh Brook | Berlin | 0.3 mi |
| Pea Brook | Berlin | 0.4 mi |
| Kidder Brook | Berlin | 0.5 mi |
| Rattle River | Shelburne | 1.3 mi |
| Peabody River | Berlin | 1.5 mi |
| Leadmine Brook | Shelburne | 1.7 mi |
| Peabody Brook | Shelburne | 1.9 mi |
| East Brook | Shelburne | 2.6 mi |
| Stony Brook | Carter Dome | 2.9 mi |
| Moose River | Berlin | 2.9 mi |
Features on the USGS Berlin Quadrangle
The Berlin 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 38 catalogued natural features alongside Schoolhouse Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Josh Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 0.3 mi |
| Pea Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 0.4 mi |
| Kidder Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 0.5 mi |
| Stevens Point | Summits | Coos County, NH | 0.8 mi |
| Peabody River | Streams | Coos County, NH | 1.5 mi |
| Androscoggin River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Coos County, NH | 1.9 mi |
| Point Lookout | Summits | Coos County, NH | 2 mi |
| Mount Washington Valley | Valleys | Coos County, NH | 2.1 mi |
| Mount Hayes | Summits | Coos County, NH | 2.3 mi |
| Leadmine Ledge | Summits | Coos County, NH | 2.4 mi |
Historical record
The U.S. Board on Geographic Names recorded a Official (Board Decision) on January 1, 1936 for this name.
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing W out of Bethel for 16.8 miles (west) and you reach Schoolhouse Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 29 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 44.391°), first snows typically arrive by mid-October and linger into early May — narrow the window accordingly. At 16.8 miles from the Inn, plan on a comfortable day trip with time for lunch on the road. Conditions at Schoolhouse Brook track the nearby Josh Brook stream (0.3 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Schoolhouse Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Josh Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 0.3 mi |
| Reflection Pond | Lakes | Coos County, NH | 0.4 mi |
| Pea Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 0.4 mi |
| Kidder Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 0.5 mi |
| Shadow Pool | Lakes | Coos County, NH | 0.5 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Schoolhouse Brook located?
Schoolhouse Brook is in Coos County, New Hampshire, approximately 16.8 miles west of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Berlin topographic quadrangle.
How far is Schoolhouse Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 29 minutes, 16.8 miles west (bearing W) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Schoolhouse Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Schoolhouse Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 872636 on the Berlin quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Schoolhouse 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.