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South Branch Israel River — Streams 30.1 Miles W of Chapman Inn
Coos County, New Hampshire · USGS Mount Dartmouth Quadrangle · GNIS 870017
Within Coos County, New Hampshire, on the USGS Mount Dartmouth quadrangle, the stream known as South Branch Israel River sits 30.1 miles west of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “river in the United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Coos County, New Hampshire, the U.S. Geological Survey lists South Branch Israel River as a stream on the Mount Dartmouth topographic quadrangle (FIPS 33/007), under Feature ID 870017. Catalogued in GNIS since 08/27/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
South Branch Israel River sits at 44.36006° N, 71.39452° W (DMS 44°21′36″ N, 71°23′40″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.30284° N, 71.34008° W (DMS 44°18′10″ N, 71°20′24″ 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 South Branch Israel River itself. The ones closest to South Branch Israel River:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Little Bear Brook | Mount Dartmouth | 2 mi |
| Little Ledge Brook | Jefferson | 2.1 mi |
| Big Ledge Brook | Jefferson | 2.3 mi |
| Stag Hollow Brook | Mount Dartmouth | 2.4 mi |
| The Mystic | Mount Washington | 2.7 mi |
| Appleby Brook | Mount Dartmouth | 3.2 mi |
| Streator Brook | Mount Dartmouth | 3.4 mi |
| Castle Brook | Mount Washington | 3.5 mi |
| Cascade Brook | Mount Washington | 3.5 mi |
| Red Brook | Jefferson | 4 mi |
Features on the USGS Mount Dartmouth Quadrangle
The Mount Dartmouth 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 32 catalogued natural features alongside South Branch Israel River. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boy Mountain | Summits | Coos County, NH | 0.9 mi |
| Hardwood Ridge | Ridges | Coos County, NH | 1.7 mi |
| Little Bear Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 2 mi |
| Stag Hollow Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 2.4 mi |
| Currier Mountain | Summits | Coos County, NH | 2.8 mi |
| Mount Mitten | Summits | Coos County, NH | 3.2 mi |
| Appleby Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 3.2 mi |
| Walker Valley | Valleys | Coos County, NH | 3.4 mi |
| Streator Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 3.4 mi |
| Mount Dartmouth | Summits | Coos County, NH | 4 mi |
Historical record
The South Branch of the Israel River is a 6.8-mile-long (10.9 km) river in the White Mountains of New Hampshire in the United States. It is a tributary of the Israel River and part of the Connecticut River watershed. For most of its length, it is within the White Mountain National Forest. More on Wikipedia →
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing W out of Bethel for 30.1 miles (west) and you reach South Branch Israel River; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 52 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 44.360°), first snows typically arrive by mid-October and linger into early May — narrow the window accordingly. At 30.1 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at South Branch Israel River track the nearby Boy Mountain summit (0.9 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to South Branch Israel River
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boy Mountain | Summits | Coos County, NH | 0.9 mi |
| Hardwood Ridge | Ridges | Coos County, NH | 1.7 mi |
| Little Bear Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 2 mi |
| Little Ledge Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 2.1 mi |
| Big Ledge Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 2.3 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is South Branch Israel River located?
South Branch Israel River is in Coos County, New Hampshire, approximately 30.1 miles west of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Mount Dartmouth topographic quadrangle.
How far is South Branch Israel River from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 52 minutes, 30.1 miles west (bearing W) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is South Branch Israel River?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies South Branch Israel River as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 870017 on the Mount Dartmouth quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit South Branch Israel River?
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: Q7566370.