Twin Brook — Streams 43.0 Miles WSW of Chapman Inn
Grafton County, New Hampshire · USGS South Twin Mountain Quadrangle · GNIS 872840
Within Grafton County, New Hampshire, on the USGS South Twin Mountain quadrangle, the stream known as Twin Brook sits 43.0 miles west-southwest of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Grafton County, New Hampshire, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Twin Brook as a stream on the South Twin Mountain topographic quadrangle (FIPS 33/009), under Feature ID 872840. Catalogued in GNIS since 08/27/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Twin Brook sits at 44.16062° N, 71.58758° W (DMS 44°09′38″ N, 71°35′15″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.18306° N, 71.55833° W (DMS 44°10′59″ N, 71°33′30″ W) — useful for anglers and paddlers tracing the upstream end.
Other streams in Grafton County, New Hampshire
Grafton County, NH contains 89 streams catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Twin Brook itself. The ones closest to Twin Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Redrock Brook | South Twin Mountain | 0.9 mi |
| Hellgate Brook | South Twin Mountain | 1.7 mi |
| Lincoln Brook | Mount Osceola | 3 mi |
| Burnt Brook | Franconia | 4 mi |
| Cedar Brook | Mount Osceola | 4 mi |
| Franconia Branch | Mount Osceola | 4.2 mi |
| Black Brook | Mount Osceola | 4.3 mi |
| Birch Island Brook | Mount Osceola | 4.3 mi |
| Spruce Brook | Franconia | 4.3 mi |
| Jumping Brook | Crawford Notch | 4.7 mi |
Features on the USGS South Twin Mountain Quadrangle
The South Twin Mountain 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 22 catalogued natural features alongside Twin Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thirteen Falls | Waterfalls | Grafton County, NH | 0.5 mi |
| Redrock Brook | Streams | Grafton County, NH | 0.9 mi |
| Hellgate Brook | Streams | Grafton County, NH | 1.7 mi |
| Galehead Mountain | Summits | Grafton County, NH | 1.8 mi |
| Owls Head | Summits | Grafton County, NH | 2.1 mi |
| Mount Garfield | Summits | Grafton County, NH | 2.2 mi |
| Garfield Pond | Lakes | Grafton County, NH | 2.4 mi |
| Hawthorne Falls | Waterfalls | Grafton County, NH | 2.5 mi |
| South Twin Mountain | Summits | Grafton County, NH | 2.5 mi |
| The Cliffs | Cliffs | Grafton County, NH | 2.7 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing WSW out of Bethel for 43.0 miles (west-southwest) and you reach Twin Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 74 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.161°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 43.0 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Twin Brook track the nearby Thirteen Falls waterfall (0.5 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Twin Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thirteen Falls | Waterfalls | Grafton County, NH | 0.5 mi |
| Redrock Brook | Streams | Grafton County, NH | 0.9 mi |
| Hellgate Brook | Streams | Grafton County, NH | 1.7 mi |
| Galehead Mountain | Summits | Grafton County, NH | 1.8 mi |
| Owls Head | Summits | Grafton County, NH | 2.1 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Twin Brook located?
Twin Brook is in Grafton County, New Hampshire, approximately 43.0 miles west-southwest of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS South Twin Mountain topographic quadrangle.
How far is Twin Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 74 minutes, 43.0 miles west-southwest (bearing WSW) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Twin Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Twin Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 872840 on the South Twin Mountain quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Twin Brook?
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible.
How many other streams are in Grafton County, New Hampshire?
GNIS lists 88 other streams in Grafton County, New Hampshire.