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Winniweta Falls — Waterfalls 27.2 Miles SW of Chapman Inn
Carroll County, New Hampshire · USGS Jackson Quadrangle · GNIS 872957
Within Carroll County, New Hampshire, on the USGS Jackson quadrangle, the waterfall known as Winniweta Falls sits 27.2 miles southwest of Chapman Inn.
Landmark Profile
Classification & USGS reference
Within Carroll County, New Hampshire, the U.S. Geological Survey lists Winniweta Falls as a waterfall on the Jackson topographic quadrangle (FIPS 33/003), under Feature ID 872957. Catalogued in GNIS since 08/27/1980.
Coordinates & physical setting
Winniweta Falls sits at 44.17923° N, 71.23896° W (DMS 44°10′45″ N, 71°14′20″ W).
As a linear feature its source lies near 0.00000° N, 0.00000° W — useful for anglers and paddlers tracing the upstream end.
Features on the USGS Jackson Quadrangle
The Jackson 7.5-minute topographic quadrangle holds 29 catalogued natural features alongside Winniweta Falls. A sampling nearest to this location:
| Feature | Type | County | Offset |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miles Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 0.8 mi |
| Popple Mountain | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 1 mi |
| Spruce Mountain | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 1.5 mi |
| Meserve Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 2 mi |
| Wildcat Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 2.3 mi |
| Marsh Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 2.3 mi |
| Eagle Mountain | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 2.4 mi |
| Spruce Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 2.5 mi |
| Than Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 2.7 mi |
| Mirror Lake | Lakes | Carroll County, NH | 3 mi |
Visiting from Chapman Inn
Distance, bearing & drive time
Follow the compass bearing SW out of Bethel for 27.2 miles (southwest) and you reach Winniweta Falls; at typical rural speeds the trip runs roughly 47 minutes.
Best time to visit
Peak flow runs mid-April through June after snowmelt; late summer can be thin or dry. At this latitude (44.179°), the shoulder seasons are workable — April and November can be comfortable on mild years. At 27.2 miles from the Inn, block the full day — sunrise start, late return, packed meals. Conditions at Winniweta Falls track the nearby Miles Brook stream (0.8 mi away) closely — if that is runnable, so is this.
Nearest features to Winniweta Falls
| Feature | Type | County | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miles Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 0.8 mi |
| Popple Mountain | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 1 mi |
| Spruce Mountain | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 1.5 mi |
| Meserve Brook | Streams | Carroll County, NH | 2 mi |
| Maple Mountain | Summits | Carroll County, NH | 2.1 mi |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Winniweta Falls located?
Winniweta Falls is in Carroll County, New Hampshire, approximately 27.2 miles southwest of Chapman Inn in Bethel, Maine. It appears on the USGS Jackson topographic quadrangle.
How far is Winniweta Falls from Chapman Inn?
The drive runs about 47 minutes, 27.2 miles southwest (bearing SW) of the Inn.
What type of natural feature is Winniweta Falls?
The U.S. Geological Survey classifies Winniweta Falls as a waterfall, catalogued under GNIS Feature ID 872957 on the Jackson quadrangle.
When is the best time to visit Winniweta Falls?
Peak flow runs mid-April through June after snowmelt; late summer can be thin or dry.