The Enchanting County In New Hampshire That's Home To 10 Covered Bridges

The beauty of New Hampshire at any time of year is unrivaled by any other state in New England. Sure, Maine has a nice coast and Vermont has green hills, but New Hampshire has a laid-back beauty you just can’t find in the same way anywhere else. Maybe it’s just a feeling, a vibe that hits you when you cross the border, but there’s no place else we’d rather explore when we have some free time for a road trip. If you feel the same and you’re looking for a bit of adventure guidance, consider checking out the quaint covered bridges in Sullivan County New Hampshire. While all of the covered bridges in New Hampshire are fun to see, we love that these are all located near one another, making them an easy one-day road trip.

Corbin Covered Bridge, Newport, NH 03773, USA

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This 96-foot bridge was built in approximately 1845. It's located just west of Route 10 on North Newport Road and a short two miles from of Newport Village. It allows for traffic to cross over the Croydon Branch of the Sugar River. Sadly it fell victim to arson in 1993, but was rebuilt by the community in 1994.

Cornish-Windsor Covered Bridge, Cornish, NH 03745, USA

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You might be able to guess exactly where this covered bridge goes simply by the name. It connects Cornish, Hew Hampshire to Windsor, Vermont over the Connecticut River. This one is also the longest covered bridge in the entire US! It was built in 1866 by James F. Tasker. Check it out and take a short visit to Vermont along the way.

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Dingleton Hill Covered Bridge, 780 Town House Rd, Cornish, NH 03745, USA

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This beautiful bridge is a one span Multi-Kingpost Truss running nearly 78 feet across Mill Brook. It was built in 1882 and allows Root Hill Road to cross over the brook. The history and the views here will impress you.

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Prentiss Covered Bridge, Langdon, NH 03602, USA

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Also known as the Drewsville Bridge, this wonderful structure is just 34.5 feet long. Some might wonder if it's even necessary. But, those who appreciate its history and beauty know it's worth it. It was also worth it to the people who traveled along the Boston to Canada turnpike, which is what the bridge originally carried. It was built in 1805, making it the oldest on this list.

Blow-Me-Down Bridge, Plainfield, NH 03781, USA

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As with many of the covered bridges in this area, the Blow Me Down Bridge is operational making it both beautiful and useful. It allows Mill Road to pass over the Blow Me Down Brook in Cornish. It dates back to 1877 making it one of the oldest on this list.

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This bridge is a bit unique, as it's considered a railroad covered bridge. It's one of the two located on the rail trail between Newport and Claremont. Equally as impressive, it's one of just five railroad covered bridges that remain in America. Built in 1906, it was originally used for the Boston and Maine Railroad to cross the Sugar River.

Cornish-Windsor Covered Bridge, Cornish, NH 03745, USA

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This atmospheric bridge dates back to 1881 and spans 91 feet. While you can't drive over it, it offers a wonderful foot path over the Mill Brook in Cornish. Visit this one when you want to experience the fresh air New Hampshire is known for.

McDermott Bridge, Langdon, NH 03602, USA

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Also known as the Cold River Bridge, this beauty has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It was built in 1869, making it quite old and it runs about 81 feet across the Cold River. It once allowed for vehicles to continue their way on the Crane Brook Road, but today it's only open to foot traffic. A newer, modern bridge was built for Crane Brook Road further along the river.

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Meriden Covered Bridge, Colby Hill Rd, Plainfield, NH 03781, USA

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Built in 1880 by James Tasker of Cornish, this bridge continues to be a favorite. In 1963, it was added to the National Register of Historic Places. On a warm day, visit and plan on swimming beneath it in the local swimming hole.

Pier Bridge, Sugar River Trail, Newport, NH 03773, USA

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You'll find the Pier Bridge just east of Chandler Station and west of Route 103. It allows for passage across the Sugar River and was built slightly later than some of the others on this list, in 1907.

There are at least 15 other New Hampshire covered bridges, so be sure to search them all out the next time you want to have an adventure. These are some of the best covered bridges near me and I think you’ll agree. Do you have any favorites? We’d love to hear about them in the comments. Or, if you’ve visited these bridges in NH and have any tips or tricks to making the adventure fun, we’d love to hear those too. Of course, you can’t possibly go exploring without being prepared for a proper road trip. To do that, you’ll need to refer to the ultimate road trip packing list.

And, if you’re looking for other ways to enjoy history in New Hampshire, check out the Richard Jackson House. It’s the oldest in the state!