Deer River (New Hampshire) facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Deer River
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Country	United States
State	New Hampshire
County	Carroll
Town	Madison
Physical characteristics
Main source	Confluence of Ham Brook and Salter Brook Madison 610 ft (190 m) 43°54′30″N 71°11′39″W / 43.90833°N 71.19417°W / 43.90833; -71.19417
River mouth	Silver Lake Madison 468 ft (143 m) 43°53′2″N 71°10′35″W / 43.88389°N 71.17639°W / 43.88389; -71.17639
Length	2.6 mi (4.2 km)

The Deer River is a small stream (or river) located in eastern New Hampshire, United States. It flows for about 2.6 miles (4.2 kilometers). This river is a tributary, meaning it flows into, Silver Lake. The water from the Deer River eventually reaches the Atlantic Ocean through the Ossipee Lake and Saco River system. This entire system is called a watershed.

About the Deer River

The Deer River is found completely within the town of Madison, New Hampshire. It starts in a wet, marshy area. This area is where two smaller streams, Ham Brook and Salter Brook, join together.

Its Journey

From its start, the Deer River flows south. It travels through beautiful woodlands. The river then reaches the village of Silver Lake. Here, it flows into the northern part of Silver Lake itself.