South Branch Lyman Brook — Streams 44.7 Miles NW of Chapman Inn
Coos County, New Hampshire · USGS Tinkerville Quadrangle · GNIS 870020
Within Coos County, New Hampshire, on the USGS Tinkerville quadrangle, the stream known as South Branch Lyman Brook sits 44.7 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 South Branch Lyman Brook as a stream on the Tinkerville topographic quadrangle (FIPS 33/007), under Feature ID 870020. Catalogued in GNIS since 08/27/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
South Branch Lyman Brook sits at 44.76616° N, 71.54203° W (DMS 44°45′58″ N, 71°32′31″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.74449° N, 71.53398° W (DMS 44°44′40″ N, 71°32′02″ 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 Lyman Brook itself. The ones closest to South Branch Lyman Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Gore Branch | Tinkerville | 0 mi |
| Hymmel Branch | Tinkerville | 0.5 mi |
| Schoolhouse Brook | Tinkerville | 1.3 mi |
| Lyman Brook | Tinkerville | 2.6 mi |
| Roaring Brook | Stratford | 3 mi |
| Sweatt Brook | Tinkerville | 3.1 mi |
| East Branch Stratford Bog Brook | Stratford | 3.1 mi |
| Stratford Bog Brook | Stratford | 3.4 mi |
| Cone Brook | Tinkerville | 3.5 mi |
| Sugarloaf Brook | Stratford | 4.4 mi |
Features on the USGS Tinkerville Quadrangle
The Tinkerville 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 15 catalogued natural features alongside South Branch Lyman Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gore Branch | Streams | Coos County, NH | 0 mi |
| Hymmel Branch | Streams | Coos County, NH | 0.5 mi |
| Schoolhouse Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 1.3 mi |
| Lightning Mountain | Summits | Coos County, NH | 1.4 mi |
| Mount Pleasant | Summits | Coos County, NH | 2 mi |
| Ledge Mountain | Summits | Coos County, NH | 2 mi |
| Lyman Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 2.6 mi |
| Sweatt Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 3.1 mi |
| Cone Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 3.5 mi |
| Beaver Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 4.6 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing NW out of Bethel for 44.7 miles (northwest) and you reach South Branch Lyman Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 77 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 44.766°), first snows typically arrive by mid-October and linger into early May — narrow the window accordingly. At 44.7 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at South Branch Lyman Brook track the nearby Gore Branch stream (essentially adjacent) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to South Branch Lyman Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gore Branch | Streams | Coos County, NH | 0 mi |
| Hymmel Branch | Streams | Coos County, NH | 0.5 mi |
| Schoolhouse Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 1.3 mi |
| Lightning Mountain | Summits | Coos County, NH | 1.4 mi |
| Teapot Mountain | Summits | Coos County, NH | 1.5 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is South Branch Lyman Brook located?
South Branch Lyman Brook is in Coos County, New Hampshire, approximately 44.7 miles northwest of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Tinkerville topographic quadrangle.
How far is South Branch Lyman Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 77 minutes, 44.7 miles northwest (bearing NW) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is South Branch Lyman Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies South Branch Lyman Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 870020 on the Tinkerville quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit South Branch Lyman 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: Q35309109.