Bedell Bridge State Park

Near Haverhill, New Hampshire, just off Route 10, recreation seekers can discover Bedell Bridge State Park, a historic garden spot that offers unparalleled natural beauty.

Park history

Prior to 1979, the park was the site of the Bedell Bridge, a historic two-span covered bridge known as the second longest in the country. The bridge connected New Hampshire to Vermont, and was destroyed and rebuilt five times between 1805 and 1979, when it was destroyed by wind in 1979. Today, only scenic ruins and a pier are all that remain.

Features and amenities

The park itself follows the banks of the Connecticut River, and is 38 acres of beautiful landscapes. Enjoy a peaceful picnic at one of the picnic tables that overlook the river. The river is also an inviting spot for boaters and anglers, and supports a thriving population of large mouth bass, small mouth bass, pickerel, horned pout, black crappie and trout. The public land to the south of the park are open to the public for hunting, and resident wildlife includes white-tailed deer, moose, wild turkey, wild geese and a variety of smaller game. A boat launch is located within the park and provides ready access to the water. The park is open year-round, and there is no fee for use. Park visitors are urged to participate in the Carry In/Carry Out program to help keep the park clean.

Relax and enjoy the great outdoors at Bedell Bridge State Park, where abundant wildlife and beautiful views show off the best that New Hampshire has to offer.