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Whitten Brook — Streams 25.9 Miles SW of Chapman Inn
Carroll County, New Hampshire · USGS North Conway West Quadrangle · GNIS 872930
Within Carroll County, New Hampshire, on the USGS North Conway West quadrangle, the stream known as Whitten Brook sits 25.9 miles southwest of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “river in Carroll County, New Hampshire, United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Carroll County, New Hampshire, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Whitten Brook as a stream on the North Conway West topographic quadrangle (FIPS 33/003), under Feature ID 872930. Catalogued in GNIS since 08/27/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Whitten Brook sits at 44.12007° N, 71.13007° W (DMS 44°07′12″ N, 71°07′48″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 44.10618° N, 71.10313° W (DMS 44°06′22″ N, 71°06′11″ W) — useful for anglers and paddlers tracing the upstream end.
Other streams in Carroll County, New Hampshire
Carroll County, NH contains 152 streams catalogued in the USGS Geographic Names Information System, counting Whitten Brook itself. The ones closest to Whitten Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Gardiner Brook | North Conway West | 0.2 mi |
| Burnt Knoll Brook | Chatham | 1.3 mi |
| Hoyt Brook | North Conway East | 1.7 mi |
| Ellis River | North Conway West | 2.4 mi |
| East Branch Saco River | North Conway West | 2.4 mi |
| Slippery Brook | Chatham | 2.8 mi |
| Mountain Brook | North Conway West | 3.5 mi |
| Rocky Branch | North Conway West | 3.6 mi |
| Great Brook | Jackson | 3.7 mi |
| Lucy Brook | North Conway West | 3.7 mi |
Features on the USGS North Conway West Quadrangle
The North Conway West 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 32 catalogued natural features alongside Whitten Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gardiner Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 0.2 mi |
| Thorn Hill | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 2 mi |
| Ellis River | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 2.4 mi |
| East Branch Saco River | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 2.4 mi |
| Humphreys Ledge | Benches | Carroll County, NH | 2.8 mi |
| Mountain Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 3.5 mi |
| Rocky Branch | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 3.6 mi |
| Lucy Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 3.7 mi |
| Dianas Baths | Springs | Carroll County, NH | 3.9 mi |
| Cow Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 4.2 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SW out of Bethel for 25.9 miles (southwest) and you reach Whitten Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 44 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (44.120°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 25.9 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Whitten Brook track the nearby Gardiner Brook stream (0.2 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Whitten Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gardiner Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 0.2 mi |
| Burnt Knoll Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 1.3 mi |
| Thorn Mountain | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 1.5 mi |
| Barlett Mountain | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 1.5 mi |
| Hoyt Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 1.7 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Whitten Brook located?
Whitten Brook is in Carroll County, New Hampshire, approximately 25.9 miles southwest of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS North Conway West topographic quadrangle.
How far is Whitten Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 44 minutes, 25.9 miles southwest (bearing SW) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Whitten Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Whitten Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 872930 on the North Conway West quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Whitten Brook?
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible.
How many other streams are in Carroll County, New Hampshire?
GNIS lists 151 other streams in Carroll County, New Hampshire.
Wikidata: Q34899516.