There are too many beautiful and iconic bridges in Vermont to really devise a list that narrows down which ones you should visit. Vermont is the state with the largest amount of covered bridges per square mile, with over 100 across the state to explore. Here’s a list of 28 amazingly scenic bridges in Vermont that definitely should be on your bucket list.
- Sayers Covered Bridge, Thetford
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- A.M. Foster Covered Bridge, Cabot
Flikr/James Walsh The builder Richard Spaulding named this bridge after this grandfather A.M. Foster, creator of the Foster Maple Spout and Bucket Cover used for sugaring.
- Moseley Covered Bridge, Northfield
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- Montgomery Covered Bridge
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- Titcomb Covered Bridge, Pittsford
Flikr/James Walsh Originally the Stoughton Bridge until Mr. and Mrs. Titcomb bought it and placed it on their property for visitors and sightseers to come by.
- Cooley Covered Bridge, Pittsford
Flikr/James Walsh Built by Nicholas Powers across Furnace Brook.
- Scribner Covered Bridge, Johnson
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- High Mowing Covered Bridge, Wilmington
Flikr/James Walsh This bridge was originally built for Arthur Pinkman’s sheep so they would have a way to cross the street. It’s also modeled after the Creamery Covered Bridge in Brattleboro.
- Chiselville Covered Bridge, Sunderland
Flikr/C Hanchey Also known as the High Bridge or the Roaring Bridge, make sure you have cash on you if you decide you want to be a little rebellious and run across the bridge.
- Lincoln Gap Covered Bridge, Warren
Flikr/James Walsh This stunning bridge was rebuilt after Hurricane Irene a few years back.
- Willard Covered Bridge, Hartland
Flikr/James Walsh A covered bridge leading to another covered bridge…so two birds with one stone?
- Creamery Covered Bridge, Brattleboro
Flikr/Albert de Bruijn This iconic bridge built in 1879 passes over the Wheelstone Brook and is always an exquisite site to see no matter the season.
- Baltimore Bridge, Springfield
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- Greenbanks Hollow Covered Bridge, Danville
Flikr/James Walsh Named after Benjamin Greenbanks, who owned a woolen mill up the street.
- Brown Covered Bridge, East Clarendon
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Flikr/James Walsh Built across the Cold River (as you can tell), this adorable bridge is definitely worth a peak inside with a romantic partner.
- Hammond Covered Bridge, Pittsford
Flikr/James Walsh This one is famous for being washed away down the river in 1927 and showing up later that year a mile downstream. It’s now back in its original spot.
- Taftsville Covered Bridge on Sugarbush Farm
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- The old and rustic Scott Bridge in Townshend
Flikr/Gianina Lindsey Many old covered bridges throughout our state are also historic sites in Vermont, like this one built in 1870 and one of the longest covered bridges in the state.
- Woodstock Middle Bridge
Flikr/Michelle Starks One of the most scenic covered bridges in Vermont, the Woodstock Middle Bridge delights locals and visitors with its old charm and beauty.
- Emily’s Covered Bridge, Stowe
Flikr/James Walsh There is an old tale surrounding this bridge about a girl named Emily who committed suicide here after her lover left her. It’s rumored that she can still sometimes be seen wandering around the bridge looking for her man on some nights.
- River Road Covered Bridge, Troy
Flikr/James Walsh Also known as School Bridge, Schoolhouse Bridge, or Upper Bridge, this is the northernmost bridge in the entire state.
- Spade Farm Covered Bridge, Ferrisburg
Flikr/James Walsh Previously called Old Hollow Bridge, it is now owned by Vermont Flannel Company and used for storage. There are still plenty of old memorabilia from Spade Farm hanging around inside.
- Hall Covered Bridge, Rockingham
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- Silk Road Bridge, Bennington
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- Fisher Railroad Bridge, Wolcott
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- Pulp Mill Bridge, Middlebury
Wikimedia/Arminnius This double-lane bridge crosses the Otter Creek, connecting Middlebury to Weybridge.
- Flint Covered Bridge, Tunbridge
Wikimedia/Jet Lowe This bridge crosses the first branch of the White River in Southern Vermont.
- And this suspension bridge over Lamoille River at Ithiel Falls on the Long Trail.
Flikr/Scott McCracken Ok so this one isn’t covered, but it’s one you absolutely have to see before you die.
How many of these covered bridges in Vermont have you visited? And which other scenic bridges in Vermont would you add to the list? Feel free to post your own pictures in the comments!
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The builder Richard Spaulding named this bridge after this grandfather A.M. Foster, creator of the Foster Maple Spout and Bucket Cover used for sugaring.
Originally the Stoughton Bridge until Mr. and Mrs. Titcomb bought it and placed it on their property for visitors and sightseers to come by.
Built by Nicholas Powers across Furnace Brook.
This bridge was originally built for Arthur Pinkman’s sheep so they would have a way to cross the street. It’s also modeled after the Creamery Covered Bridge in Brattleboro.
Flikr/C Hanchey
Also known as the High Bridge or the Roaring Bridge, make sure you have cash on you if you decide you want to be a little rebellious and run across the bridge.
This stunning bridge was rebuilt after Hurricane Irene a few years back.
A covered bridge leading to another covered bridge…so two birds with one stone?
Flikr/Albert de Bruijn
This iconic bridge built in 1879 passes over the Wheelstone Brook and is always an exquisite site to see no matter the season.
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Named after Benjamin Greenbanks, who owned a woolen mill up the street.
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Built across the Cold River (as you can tell), this adorable bridge is definitely worth a peak inside with a romantic partner.
This one is famous for being washed away down the river in 1927 and showing up later that year a mile downstream. It’s now back in its original spot.
Flikr/Michelle Starks
Many old covered bridges throughout our state are also historic sites in Vermont, like this one built in 1870 and one of the longest covered bridges in the state.
One of the most scenic covered bridges in Vermont, the Woodstock Middle Bridge delights locals and visitors with its old charm and beauty.
There is an old tale surrounding this bridge about a girl named Emily who committed suicide here after her lover left her. It’s rumored that she can still sometimes be seen wandering around the bridge looking for her man on some nights.
Also known as School Bridge, Schoolhouse Bridge, or Upper Bridge, this is the northernmost bridge in the entire state.
Previously called Old Hollow Bridge, it is now owned by Vermont Flannel Company and used for storage. There are still plenty of old memorabilia from Spade Farm hanging around inside.
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This double-lane bridge crosses the Otter Creek, connecting Middlebury to Weybridge.
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This bridge crosses the first branch of the White River in Southern Vermont.
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Ok so this one isn’t covered, but it’s one you absolutely have to see before you die.
If you’d like to check out a few of these in one or two days, consider our covered bridge road trip through Vermont!
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scenic bridges in Vermont June 30, 2020 Luke What is the most scenic town in Vermont? There are so many wonderfully beautiful towns in Vermont so it’s difficult to say which one is the most scenic, but if we had to create a list, the five most scenic towns in Vermont would be: 1. Manchester; 2. Woodstock; 3. Grafton; 4. Stowe; 5. Shelburne. Now, of course, there are plenty of other scenic towns to visit in Vermont. If you are still interested in discovering more picturesque towns in Vermont, check out the 17 most picturesque towns in Vermont HERE. Happy exploring! What are the most unique towns in Vermont? Montpelier, our state capital, is a fascinating and unique city in Vermont. In fact, Montpelier is the smallest U.S. capital city with roughly 8,000 inhabitants. The city is interesting due to its small-town charm, lack of big box stores, and position within the surrounding mountains and wilderness. Another unique town in Vermont is Barre. With granite quarries and odd marble statues, this place is particularly unordinary. The city is also composed of four small unincorporated areas. For more information about the interesting town of Barre, check out this article HERE. Is Vermont a great place to live? The answer has to be a resounding YES. Not only does Vermont have beautiful landscapes and endless nature spots to explore, but the Green Mountain State also has excellent food, safe cities, great schools, and friendly locals and down-to-earth people. Vermont is also an environmentally aware place that focuses on healthy living styles and social and environmental awareness, which all makes Vermont a welcoming and prosperous place to live for everyone.
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scenic bridges in Vermont
June 30, 2020
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What is the most scenic town in Vermont? There are so many wonderfully beautiful towns in Vermont so it’s difficult to say which one is the most scenic, but if we had to create a list, the five most scenic towns in Vermont would be: 1. Manchester; 2. Woodstock; 3. Grafton; 4. Stowe; 5. Shelburne. Now, of course, there are plenty of other scenic towns to visit in Vermont. If you are still interested in discovering more picturesque towns in Vermont, check out the 17 most picturesque towns in Vermont HERE. Happy exploring! What are the most unique towns in Vermont? Montpelier, our state capital, is a fascinating and unique city in Vermont. In fact, Montpelier is the smallest U.S. capital city with roughly 8,000 inhabitants. The city is interesting due to its small-town charm, lack of big box stores, and position within the surrounding mountains and wilderness. Another unique town in Vermont is Barre. With granite quarries and odd marble statues, this place is particularly unordinary. The city is also composed of four small unincorporated areas. For more information about the interesting town of Barre, check out this article HERE. Is Vermont a great place to live? The answer has to be a resounding YES. Not only does Vermont have beautiful landscapes and endless nature spots to explore, but the Green Mountain State also has excellent food, safe cities, great schools, and friendly locals and down-to-earth people. Vermont is also an environmentally aware place that focuses on healthy living styles and social and environmental awareness, which all makes Vermont a welcoming and prosperous place to live for everyone.
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There are so many wonderfully beautiful towns in Vermont so it’s difficult to say which one is the most scenic, but if we had to create a list, the five most scenic towns in Vermont would be: 1. Manchester; 2. Woodstock; 3. Grafton; 4. Stowe; 5. Shelburne. Now, of course, there are plenty of other scenic towns to visit in Vermont. If you are still interested in discovering more picturesque towns in Vermont, check out the 17 most picturesque towns in Vermont HERE. Happy exploring!
What are the most unique towns in Vermont?
Montpelier, our state capital, is a fascinating and unique city in Vermont. In fact, Montpelier is the smallest U.S. capital city with roughly 8,000 inhabitants. The city is interesting due to its small-town charm, lack of big box stores, and position within the surrounding mountains and wilderness. Another unique town in Vermont is Barre. With granite quarries and odd marble statues, this place is particularly unordinary. The city is also composed of four small unincorporated areas. For more information about the interesting town of Barre, check out this article HERE.
Is Vermont a great place to live?
The answer has to be a resounding YES. Not only does Vermont have beautiful landscapes and endless nature spots to explore, but the Green Mountain State also has excellent food, safe cities, great schools, and friendly locals and down-to-earth people. Vermont is also an environmentally aware place that focuses on healthy living styles and social and environmental awareness, which all makes Vermont a welcoming and prosperous place to live for everyone.
