Wilkinson Brook — Streams 48.8 Miles SSW of Chapman Inn
Carroll County, New Hampshire · USGS Ossipee Quadrangle · GNIS 870899
Within Carroll County, New Hampshire, on the USGS Ossipee quadrangle, the stream known as Wilkinson Brook sits 48.8 miles south-southwest of Chapman Inn.
Wikidata short description: “river in the United States of America”
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Carroll County, New Hampshire, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Wilkinson Brook as a stream on the Ossipee topographic quadrangle (FIPS 33/003), under Feature ID 870899. Catalogued in GNIS since 08/27/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Wilkinson Brook sits at 43.73119° N, 71.08229° W (DMS 43°43′52″ N, 71°04′56″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 43.76591° N, 71.04090° W (DMS 43°45′57″ N, 71°02′27″ 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 Wilkinson Brook itself. The ones closest to Wilkinson Brook:
| Feature | USGS Quadrangle | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Red Brook | Ossipee | 0.6 mi |
| Peavey Brook | Ossipee | 1.8 mi |
| Chick Branch | Freedom | 2.7 mi |
| Beech River | Ossipee Lake | 2.9 mi |
| Dan Hole River | Ossipee Lake | 3.5 mi |
| Red Brook | Freedom | 3.8 mi |
| Salmon Brook | Freedom | 3.8 mi |
| Pine River | Ossipee Lake | 4 mi |
| Folsom Brook | Ossipee Lake | 4.2 mi |
| Phillips Brook | Freedom | 4.3 mi |
Features on the USGS Ossipee Quadrangle
The Ossipee 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 6 catalogued natural features alongside Wilkinson Brook. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 0.6 mi |
| Hutchins Pond | Reservoirs | Carroll County, NH | 0.9 mi |
| Peavey Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 1.8 mi |
| Milliken Hill | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 2.1 mi |
| Rumney Hill | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 3.2 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SSW out of Bethel for 48.8 miles (south-southwest) and you reach Wilkinson Brook; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 84 minutes.
Best time to visit
Best observed in late spring and early summer when flow is strong and banks are visible. At this latitude (43.731°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 48.8 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Wilkinson Brook track the nearby Red Brook stream (0.6 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Wilkinson Brook
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 0.6 mi |
| Hutchins Pond | Reservoirs | Carroll County, NH | 0.9 mi |
| Welch Top | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 1.7 mi |
| Peavey Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 1.8 mi |
| Milliken Hill | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 2.1 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Wilkinson Brook located?
Wilkinson Brook is in Carroll County, New Hampshire, approximately 48.8 miles south-southwest of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Ossipee topographic quadrangle.
How far is Wilkinson Brook from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 84 minutes, 48.8 miles south-southwest (bearing SSW) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Wilkinson Brook?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Wilkinson Brook as a stream, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 870899 on the Ossipee quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Wilkinson 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: Q34908049.