This Delightful Covered Bridge In Massachusetts Is Perfect For A Fall Drive

Taking a long walk through nature in Massachusetts is a great idea no matter what the season, but there’s something special about heading outside during the fall. This charming covered bridge in Hardwick is the perfect spot to take in the beauty of autumn. Keep scrolling to find out more about visiting the Ware-Hardwick covered bridge.

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The Ware-Hardwick covered bridge is a historic spot that you might miss if you’re not in the know. It’s one of a tiny number of surviving wooden covered bridges from the 1800s. The Ware-Hardwick bridge was built in 1886 and has undergone a few restorations over the years, but is essentially the same gorgeous bridge that Massachusetts residents have been enjoying for almost 150 years.

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The bridge is located in the village of Gilbertville in southern Hardwick. It has a beautiful gabled roof and wooden walls with a slit running down the length of the bridge to let in light. Driving across the rumbling wooden bridge feels like slipping back in time.

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In the fall, the surrounding foliage lights up with bridge green, red, yellow, and orange hues. It truly looks like something from a classic painting of New England in the autumn. For this reason, you can often find photographers snapping shots of the bridge from the grassy banks on either side.

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The bridge is open to vehicle traffic, so use caution if you get out and explore the area. The bridge is free to visit, minus the cost of gas to get you there, of course. Though you can’t park on the side of the road that leads to Old Gilbertville Road, you can park on the Bridge Street side.

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Click here for a map and directions to the Ware-Hardwick covered bridge. For more of the best places to stretch your legs this autumn, check out these amazing fall hikes in Massachusetts.