Covered Bridges
Waterfalls
Waterfalls & covered bridges
Photo courtesy of Wes Lavin
Covered Bridges
Take a scenic drive through these amazing 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 Route 3 in lower Pittsburg village on Bacon Road, it spans the Connecticut River, connecting the towns of Pittsburg and Clarksville.
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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 fall with the crimson leaves surrounding it, it’ s a nice place to dip your toes in the water, have a picnic and hike to the top if you’ d like. It’ s even located right on the ATV trails for folks to stop at on their travels! From Colebrook, NH, go north on Route 145 for 2.4 miles. The falls will be on the right hand side of the road with ample parking.
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 U. S. Route 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 U. S. Route 3 on Hill Road, 6 miles north of Pittsburg village.
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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 Route 3 in Pittsburg, go north beyond First Connecticut Lake until reaching Magalloway Road. Go 12 miles from Route 3, look for the sign on a path that says Garfield Falls, then go about 1 / 4 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 Route 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.
Photo courtesy of Wes Lavin
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