Connecticut River Byway

States: Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Vermont
Length: 498.7 mi / 802.6 km
Time to Allow: 14 hours to drive the byway along both sides of the river.

New England's longest, most powerful river tells the story of clashing continental plates and glaciers, of Abenaki living on the land, and of colonial settlement among fields and forests. Experience traditions, vivid history, deeply rooted farming heritage, call of the railroads, natural beauty, and recreation along the Connecticut River Byway.

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• Connecticut River Scenic Byway Overview
  

  See historic architecture on the Connecticut River Scenic Byway, where many buildings remain unchanged. Visit museums along the byway, each...

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• Shopping for New England Charm on the Connecticut River Byway
  

  When you think of Vermont and New Hampshire, what comes to mind? Perhaps your mouth waters as you imagine pure, aromatic maple syrup and fresh...

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• 1-Day Trip: Rural New England Village Journey
  (Massachusetts)

  The Connecticut River Byway route passes through the predominant landscape elements in the Connecticut River Valley: the Connecticut River,... [more]

• 2-Day Trip: Connecticut River Byway Heritage Tour
  (Vermont to New Hampshire)

  Wind back and forth across the Connecticut River following the Byway south to north, beautiful views at every turn. Along the way, you'll make... [more]

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The following byways are part of the designated byway Connecticut River Byway:

• Connecticut River Byway - Massachusetts
• Connecticut River Byway - New Hampshire
• Connecticut River Byway - Vermont