Washburn Brook — Streams 41.2 Miles WNW of Chapman Inn
Essex County, New Hampshire · USGS Groveton Quadrangle · GNIS 1460071
Catalogued on the USGS Groveton quadrangle in Essex County, New Hampshire, Washburn Brook — a stream — lies 41.2 miles west-northwest of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “stream in Essex County, Vermont, United States”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 1460071, Washburn Brook is recorded as a stream on the USGS Groveton quadrangle in Essex County, New Hampshire (FIPS 50/009). Catalogued in GNIS since 10/29/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Washburn Brook sits at 44.56256° N, 71.59397° W (DMS 44°33′45″ N, 71°35′38″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.59311° N, 71.65981° W (DMS 44°35′35″ N, 71°39′35″ W) — useful for anglers and paddlers tracing the upstream end.
Other streams in Essex County, New Hampshire
Essex County, NH contains 6 streams catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Washburn Brook itself. The ones closest to Washburn Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Emery Brook | Groveton | 0.5 mi |
| Hudson Brook | Gilman | 5.7 mi |
| Catbow Brook | Gilman | 6.5 mi |
| Taylor Brook | Stratford | 6.7 mi |
| Wheeler Stream | Stratford | 11.1 mi |
Features on the USGS Groveton Quadrangle
The Groveton 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 16 catalogued natural features alongside Washburn Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emery Brook | Streams | Essex County, NH | 0.5 mi |
| Dean Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 1.8 mi |
| Connecticut River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Coos County, NH | 2 mi |
| Beech Hill | Summits | Coos County, NH | 2.2 mi |
| Upper Ammonoosuc River | Streams | Coos County, NH | 3.4 mi |
| Cape Horn | Ridges | Coos County, NH | 3.7 mi |
| Spalding Hill | Ridges | Coos County, NH | 3.7 mi |
| Kent Pond | Lakes | Coos County, NH | 4 mi |
| Parks Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 4.1 mi |
| Page Hill | Summits | Coos County, NH | 4.1 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
A 71-minute drive along back roads separates the front door of Chapman Inn from Washburn Brook — 41.2 miles west-northwest as the crow flies, on compass bearing WNW.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.563°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 41.2 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Washburn Brook track the nearby Emery Brook stream (0.5 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Washburn Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emery Brook | Streams | Essex County, NH | 0.5 mi |
| Dean Brook | Streams | Coos County, NH | 1.8 mi |
| Connecticut River Reservoir | Reservoirs | Coos County, NH | 2 mi |
| Beech Hill | Summits | Coos County, NH | 2.2 mi |
| Upper Ammonoosuc River | Streams | Coos County, NH | 3.4 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Washburn Brook located?
Washburn Brook is in Essex County, New Hampshire, approximately 41.2 miles west-northwest of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Groveton topographic quadrangle.
How far is Washburn Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 71 minutes, 41.2 miles west-northwest (bearing WNW) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Washburn Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Washburn Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 1460071 on the Groveton quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Washburn Brook?
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible.
How many other streams are in Essex County, New Hampshire?
GNIS lists 5 other streams in Essex County, New Hampshire.
Wikidata: Q134730649.