Covered Bridges through the White Mountains

Easy Day Trips from Littleton Suites

New Hampshire’s covered bridges offer a glimpse into the state’s 19th-century past while leading you through some of the White Mountains’ most scenic landscapes. This self-guided list highlights notable covered bridges with drive times listed from Littleton Suites, making it easy to plan a relaxed outing.

Littleton Area

Littleton Covered Bridge (Littleton)

⏱ 5 minutes from Littleton Suites

A charming covered bridge spanning the Ammonoosuc River near downtown Littleton, offering a quick and scenic stop just minutes from your stay.

Northern White Mountains

Mechanic Street Covered Bridge (Lancaster)

⏱ 25 minutes

Built in 1892, this historic bridge crosses the Israel River and is one of the oldest covered bridges in northern New Hampshire.

Western White Mountains

Bath Covered Bridge (Bath)

⏱ 45 minutes

Often called the “Covered Bridge Capital of New Hampshire,” Bath is home to several historic bridges. This well-known bridge spans the Ammonoosuc River and is an easy, scenic stop west of the White Mountains.

Franconia Notch & Lincoln Area

Sentinel Pine Covered Bridge (Franconia Notch)

⏱ 45 minutes

A small pedestrian bridge honoring the historic Sentinel Pine, set against the dramatic scenery of Franconia Notch State Park.

Flume Covered Bridge (Lincoln)

⏱ 50 minutes

Located near the entrance to Flume Gorge, this bridge dates back to the 1870s and is one of the most photographed covered bridges in the White Mountains.

Clark’s Bears Covered Bridge (Lincoln)

⏱ 50 minutes

Originally built in 1904 for railroad use, this covered bridge is part of Clark’s Trading Post and offers a unique look at early tourism and rail travel in the region.

Central White Mountains

Blair Covered Bridge (Campton)

⏱ 65 minutes

One of the longest covered bridges in New Hampshire, spanning the Pemigewasset River in a quiet, scenic setting.

Bump Covered Bridge (Campton)

⏱ 66 minutes

Built in 1877, this classic covered bridge sits along a peaceful back road and is a favorite stop for photos.

Albany Covered Bridge (Near Kancamagus Highway)

⏱ 70 minutes

Dating back to 1858, this historic bridge is one of the oldest in the state and makes an easy stop while exploring the scenic Kancamagus Highway.

Eastern White Mountains

Bartlett Covered Bridge (Bartlett)

⏱ 70–75 minutes

Located just west of Route 302, this traditional covered bridge is set among classic White Mountain scenery.

Swift River Covered Bridge (Conway Area)

⏱ 75 minutes

Spanning the Swift River, this covered bridge is a picturesque stop near North Conway.

Saco River Covered Bridge (Conway)

⏱ 75 minutes

A two-span covered bridge crossing the Saco River, offering a scenic and historic stop in the eastern White Mountains.