GO ADVENTURE WATERFALLS & COVERED BRIDGES
WATERFALLS
Along scenic roadways , tucked away on a back woods road , or a short hike into the forest , you will find beautiful waterfalls and cascades . These natural wonders are scattered throughout the North Country and provide a great place to relax and explore .
BEAVER BROOK FALLS : A magnificent waterfall located in Colebrook . Especially beautiful in the fall with crimson leaves surrounding it , it ’ s a nice place to dip your toes in the water , have a picnic and if you ’ d like , hike to the top . It ’ s even located right on the ATV trails for folks to stop at on their travels ! From Colebrook , NH , go north on Rte 145 for 2.4 miles . The falls will be on the right hand side of the road with ample parking .
GARFIELD FALLS : The falls are on the east branch of Dead Diamond River very near the Maine Border . Nature has made a magnificent , beautiful spot for fishermen and swimmers alike . Located on Rte 3 in Pittsburg , go north beyond First Connecticut Lake until reaching Magalloway Road . Go 12 miles from Rte 3 , look for the sign on a path that says Garfield Falls , then go about ¼ mile down that path .
THE HUNTINGTON CASCADES : Located approximately 10 miles east on Rte 26 from the junction of Routes 26 and 3 on Main Street in Colebrook . Watch for the parking lot on the right hand side of Rte 26 , past the Balsams and Dixville Notch . Follow the woods road which turns off the highway to the right , pass through the picnic grove and look for the path leading from the opposite side to the bridge at the foot of the cascades . A trail follows the brook to a series of beautiful cascades extending nearly a mile .
LITTLE HELLGATE FALLS : Named “ Hellgate ” because many a logger lost his life here breaking up log jams . Directions : Drive north on Rte 3 to Pittsburg . Turn right onto Magalloway Road ( about 11 miles north of the village ). Take Buckhorn Road ( about 3 miles ) which is the second right off of Magalloway Road . You will pass through a gate after 3-4 miles and the road becomes the Cedar Stream Road . Look for snowmobile trail # 137 on the left . Park on the side and start down the snowmobile trail . You will cross 2 snowmobile bridges . The trailhead is located on the left , immediately after crossing the second bridge . The trail is beautifully done with log stairs and log benches . The trail into the falls is very steep so use caution in this section .
Covered Bridges
Take a scenic drive or stroll through these amazing wooden structures that have stood the test of time .
COLUMBIA COVERED BRIDGE : This historic bridge spans the Connecticut River , connecting Columbia , NH and Lemington , VT . The style of this bridge is Howe truss . Located in Columbia , NH , 4 miles south of Colebrook village on Columbia Bridge Road .
BACON ROAD COVERED BRIDGE / PITTSBURG-CLARKSVILLE BRIDGE :
The style of this covered bridge is Paddleford truss with added arches built around 1876 . Located by Rte 3 in lower Pittsburg village on Bacon Road , it spans the Connecticut River , connecting the towns of Pittsburg and Clarksville .
RIVER ROAD COVERED BRIDGE : The style of this covered bridge is “ Queenpost .” Built in 1858 , it is now maintained by the Town of Pittsburg - volunteers clean the covered bridge and make minor repairs . It is located 7 miles north of Pittsburg village and 1 mile east of Rte 3 on the road to Lake Francis State Park , and is open for pedestrian traffic only .
HAPPY CORNER COVERED BRIDGE / PERRY STREAM BRIDGE : Happy Corner Bridge is one of the
oldest covered bridges in northern New Hampshire . This bridge style is a Paddleford truss ( light ) with added arches constructed in the mid-1800 ’ s . Located 200 yards east of Rte 3 on Hill Road , 6 miles north of Pittsburg village .
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