It was an overcast day in Stowe. There are a number of covered bridges near Stowe. Getting to these bridges gets us out into the countryside and on wonderful back roads with amazing views. The closest bridge is the Gold Brook bridge. This is also known locally as Emily’s bridge and is said to be haunted by the ghost of Emily. Nonetheless, it is a lovely small bridge.
We then headed to the Red bridge, To get there we drove on some back roads that reminded me of the roads we dove on in my car rally days. These were narrow and twisty with great views around every corner.
We then went north to the town of Johnson, VT to see their two bridges, the Scribner bridge and the Power House bridge. The Scribner bridge is out in the country again, while the Power House bridge is visible from the state highway.
We next drove west to the village of Cambridge, VT. There are three bridges near this village, the Cambridge Junction bridge, the Grist Mill bridge and the Gates Farm bridge. The Cambridge Junction bridge is long at 140 feet and is located at a small park with an explanation of the railroads in the area, the Grist Mill bridge is located next to a park and the Gates Farm bridge is no longer i use and is in a field near the highway.
Drove back to Stowe thru Smuggler’s Notch. This is a twisting and narrow road over the mountain back to Stowe. Had a final view of Stowe before shopping and lunch.
We are going to go out to see a few more bridges tomorrow and enjoy the Vermont fall colors.