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Thompson Brook — Streams 24.0 Miles WSW of Chapman Inn
Coos County, New Hampshire · USGS Carter Dome Quadrangle · GNIS 872801
Within Coos County, New Hampshire, on the USGS Carter Dome quadrangle, the stream known as Thompson Brook sits 24.0 miles west-southwest of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Coos County, New Hampshire, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Thompson Brook as a stream on the Carter Dome topographic quadrangle (FIPS 33/007), under Feature ID 872801. Catalogued in GNIS since 08/27/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Thompson Brook sits at 44.26951° N, 71.23507° W (DMS 44°16′10″ N, 71°14′06″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.25639° N, 71.21306° W (DMS 44°15′23″ N, 71°12′47″ 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 Thompson Brook itself. The ones closest to Thompson Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| New River | Mount Washington | 1.4 mi |
| Cutler River | Mount Washington | 1.4 mi |
| Nineteen Brook | Carter Dome | 2.4 mi |
| Parapet Brook | Mount Washington | 2.7 mi |
| Cowboy Brook | Carter Dome | 2.8 mi |
| West Branch Peabody River | Carter Dome | 3 mi |
| Chandler Brook | Mount Washington | 3.2 mi |
| Imp Brook | Carter Dome | 4.3 mi |
| Culhane Brook | Carter Dome | 4.7 mi |
| Barnes Brook | Carter Dome | 4.8 mi |
Features on the USGS Carter Dome Quadrangle
The Carter Dome 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 30 catalogued natural features alongside Thompson Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vals Ledge | Benches | Coos County, NH | 0.3 mi |
| Emerald Pool | Lakes | Coos County, NH | 0.7 mi |
| Little Wildcat Mountain | Summits | Coos County, NH | 1.4 mi |
| Wildcat Mountain | Summits | Coos County, NH | 1.8 mi |
| Carter Notch | Gaps | Coos County, NH | 2 mi |
| Nineteen Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 2.4 mi |
| Garnet Pool | Lakes | Coos County, NH | 2.4 mi |
| Carter Dome | Summits | Coos County, NH | 2.8 mi |
| Cowboy Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 2.8 mi |
| West Branch Peabody River | Streams | Coos County, NH | 3 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing WSW out of Bethel for 24.0 miles (west-southwest) and you reach Thompson Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 41 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 44.270°), first snows typically arrive by mid-October and linger into early May — narrow the window accordingly. At 24.0 miles from the Inn, plan on a comfortable day trip with time for lunch on the road. Conditions at Thompson Brook track the nearby Vals Ledge bench terrace (0.3 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Thompson Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vals Ledge | Benches | Coos County, NH | 0.3 mi |
| Emerald Pool | Lakes | Coos County, NH | 0.7 mi |
| Pinkham Notch | Gaps | Coos County, NH | 1.2 mi |
| Lows Bald Spot | Summits | Coos County, NH | 1.3 mi |
| New River | Streams | Coos County, NH | 1.4 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Thompson Brook located?
Thompson Brook is in Coos County, New Hampshire, approximately 24.0 miles west-southwest of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Carter Dome topographic quadrangle.
How far is Thompson Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 41 minutes, 24.0 miles west-southwest (bearing WSW) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Thompson Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Thompson Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 872801 on the Carter Dome quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Thompson 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.