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Heritage Listings >> Carroll County | Coos County | Grafton County |
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 Great North Woods Interpretive CenterSite Owners: North Country Chamber of Commerce Address: Rte 3, PO Box 1, Colebrook, NH 03576 Contact: Bernard Goodrum, Head Attendant 603-237-5390 nccoc@ncia.net Website: www.northcountrychamber.org Description: Did you know that housed in the Rest Area on Route 3 are the best informational sources for all the surrounding areas? Rest Area Attendants, The Silvio O. Conte Wildlife Display and the North Country Chamber of Commerce volunteers. Free restroom availability. Hours: All year. Directions: 2 miles north of Colebrook on Route 3 Programs Offered: Ongoing displays of historical and heritage material. While you are in the area also visit: 4th Connecticut Lake Headwaters, 45th Parallel Historic Marker, Bacon Road Covered Bridge, Columbia-Lemington Covered Bridge, Connecticut Lakes House, Clarksville Freedom Trail, Dixville Notch Baby Flume, First Voting Place in the Nation, Garfield Falls, Happy Corner Covered Bridge, Hurlbert Swamp, Huntington Cascade Waterfalls, Idlewilde Camp at Second Lake, Indian Stream Republic Marker, Magalloway Mountain Lookout Tower, Metallak Lodge Site, Original Moose Alley, Pioneer Farm, River Road Covered Bridge, Shrine of our Lady of Grace |
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 4th Connecticut Lake Headwaters of New England’s Largest RiverSite Owners: The NH Chapter of the Nature Conservancy Physical Address: Pittsburg, NH Mailing Address: 2 1/2 Beacon St, Concord, NH 03301 Contact: 224-5833 |
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45th Parallel Historical Marker Site Owners: Contact: North Country Chamber of Commerce Address: PO Box 1, Rest Area on Rte 3, Colebrook, NH 03576 Contact: Gloria Bunnell, 237-8939 nccoc@ncia.net Website: www.northcountrychamber.org Description: Did you know you are halfway to the North Pole? The 45th Parallel is a famous photo stop on many visitors journey to the North Country Hours: Always open Directions: On Route 145, 9 miles North of Colebrook across from the former Clarksville School (West Road) Notes: Heritage item with photo value and is a state historical marker -top- |
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 Bacon Road Covered BridgeSite Owners: Town of Pittsburg Physical Address: Bacon Rd, Pittsburg, NH 03592 Description: The style of this covered bridge is Paddleford truss with added arches built around 1876. This covered bridge is 88 feet 6 inches long and 19 feet 3 inches wide. Directions: Bacon Road off Route 3 in Pittsburg. This covered bridge spans the Connecticut River and is located by Route 3 in lower Pittsburg Village on Bacon Road. It connects the towns of Pittsburg and Clarksville. Notes: There are covered bridges further north, but this is the northern-most covered bridge over the Connecticut River. It was closed to traffic in 1981. -top- |
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 Columbia-Lemington Covered BridgeSite Owners: State of NH Address: Rte 3, Columbia Bridge Rd, Columbia, NH 03576 Description: Spans the Connecticut River and is located in Columbia, 4 miles south of Colebrook Village on Columbia Bridge Road. Connects Columbia NH and Lemington VT. Hours: Always open Directions: South of Colebrook Village 4 miles on Route 3. Look for Columbia Bridge Rd -top- |
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 Connecticut Lakes HouseDescription: One of 4 original lodging facilities in Pittsburg. Located it the dam of First Connecticut Lake but was torn down in 1930 to make way for the construction of the new dam. Hours: Now open to the public for swimming and boat launch. The exact sight of the lodge is not visible due to new lake levels. Directions: Route 3 North of Pittsburg village 10 miles Notes: This Lodge had a Lake Steamer that was sunk in the cove between the old Metallak property and The Glen when the Lake level was raised. If the conditions are right in the spring rust from this sunken treasure can be found in the mud of the cove. Photo Credit: Donna Jordan -top- |
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Clarksville Freedom Trail Site Owners: David Chappell Physical Address: Bressette Rd, Clarksville, NH 03592 Website: www.northcountrychamber.org Description: The only trail we know of in the North Country that will accommodate people in wheel chairs. This mile-long trail traverses wooded land and has several loops including difficulties of grades ranging from easy to intermediate. Directions: From Pittsburg take Route 145 and go 3 miles south to Bressette Road then drive past Chappell Salvage _ mile to trailhead. Notes: Michael LaValle flipped his wheelchair many times in the woods, so his friends: David, Sarah and Linda Chappell, Steve and Yvonne LaValle took three years of their spare time and built him this trail. They welcome the use of it by others. Factoid: The Clarksville Freedom Trail is the only known trail in the North Country that will accommodate people in wheel chairs. This mile-long trail traverses wooded land and has several loops including difficulties of grades ranging from easy to intermediate. -top- |
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 Dixville Notch Baby FlumeSite Owners: Dixville Notch State Park Address: Main St, Colebrook, NH 03576 Website: www.nhstateparks.org Description: Clear Stream has washed a spectacular mini flume through the rocks and ledges below the notch and you can sit, relax, and dream after a light picnic lunch on one of the tables. Hours: Always Open Directions: Approximately 11 miles east from the junction of Routes 26 and 3 on Main Street in Colebrook. It is situated a few steps from Route 26 at the foot of the hill east of Dixville Notch. Look on the left for signs indicating the location. (Picnic Area). Notes: Toilets are available and after you feel you have rested enough you can follow the Mount Sanguinary trail which has a number of overlooks and if you’re a hiker the final overlook is magnificent as it overlooks Lake Gloriette and The Balsams. -top- |
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 First Voting Place in the NationSite Owners: Tillotson Corporation Address: The Balsams Grand Resort Hotel, Rte 26, Colebrook, NH 03576 Contact: David Lindelow, Manager 255-3400 thebalsams@aol.com Website: www.thebalsams.com Description: Located at the famous Balsams Grand Resort Hotel in Dixville Notch. NH is the first state to vote in each election, the Town of Dixville Notch (15 voters) gathers at midnight to complete the voting process. Once all have voted, the poll can close and tabulate the results to submit to the government to secure the title. This is a wonderful stop for an upscale lunch with plenty of activities on the grounds. Hours: All year. Directions: From Route 3 at Colebrook, take Route 26 to Dixville Notch 10 miles. Programs Offered: See website for ongoing list. -top- |
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 Garfield FallsAddress: Magalloway Rd, Pittsburg, NH 03592 Description: Nature has made a magnificent, beautiful spot for fishermen and swimmers alike or just plain great eye candy for the rest of us. Hours: always open Directions: From the Rest Area, two miles north of Colebrook on Route 3, go north beyond First Connecticut Lake until reaching Magalloway Road. Go 12 miles from Route 3, look for the sign on a path that says Garfield Falls; about 1/4 mile down that path Notes: There is a nice swimming hole at the base of the falls. There is a beautiful staircase and walking trail in just completed by the Peace Corps last summer. -top- |
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 Happy Corner Covered BridgeSite Owners: Town of Pittsburg Description: This bridge style is a Paddleford truss (light) with added arches constructed in the mid-1800s. It is 60’ 6” long with a clear span of 55’ 9 “, has an overall width of 19’ 5” and a roadway width of 15’ 6”. Vertical clearance is 12’ 4”. Directions: The Happy Corner Bridge is located 200 yards east of U.S. Route 3 on Hill Road, six miles north of Pittsburg village. It spans Perry Stream Did you Know? Name: An elderly gentleman, who lived in a house which is still standing on the northeast corner of the crossroads, loved to sing and dance and owned a Victrola. People congregated at his house to have a "happy" time singing and dancing - Happy Corner. -top- |
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Hurlbert Swamp Site Owners: New Hampshire Chapter of The Nature Conservancy Physical Address: West Rd, Clarksville NH Mailing Address: 2 1/2 Beacon St, Concord, NH 03301 Contact: 224-5833 Description: 313 acres of Boreal Swamp. This site is enjoyed by most of NE Audubon Societies annually. They find many rare species of birds nesting here. Hours: Always open Directions: From Colebrook take Route 145 north 9 miles. Just beyond Clarksville town line, turn left onto West Road. Travel 1.5 miles to a dirt road on the left, follow this dirt road 1.1 miles to the preserve (Note and follow wooden signs with ’TNC’ and oak leaf. -top- |
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 Huntington Cascade WaterfallsSite Owners: Dixville Notch State Park Address: Colebrook, NH 03576 Website: www.nhstateparks.org Description: Watch for the all encompassing signs for interesting information, about not only these picturesque water falls, but the rivers, mountains, rock formations and lakes of this area. Hours: Always open Directions: Approx 10 miles east from the jct of Rtes 26 & 3 on Main Street in Colebrook. Parking lot on right hand side of Route 26 past the Balsams. Follow the woods road which turns off the hwy to the right, pass through picnic grove. Path leading from opp side. Notes: A trail follows the brook to a series of beautiful cascades extending nearly a mile, surpassed by none in the whole White Mountain region, and leads from there to Table Rock. Watch for the all encompassing signs for interesting information on the area. -top- |
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 Idlewilde Camp at Second LakeSite Owners: Site is now privately owned Address: Pittsburg, NH 03592 Description: One of 4 original lodging facilities in Pittsburg. Idlewilde camp at Second Connecticut Lake was a favorite resort for fisherman. This was the northern most lodge in Pittsburg located 8 miles from the Canadian border. Hours: Not open to the public at this time Directions: 2nd Connecticut Lake Photo Credit: Donna Jordan -top- |
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 Indian Stream Republic MarkerAddress: Pittsburg, NH 03592 Description: In July of 1832 a 250-square mile area between Halls Stream & Indian Stream declared itself a sovereign nation. To escape double taxation from Canada and The United States of America who could not agree on the exact place of the international border. This location is a very nice park with ample parking and information booth. There is also a snow roller on display here and playground equipment for the children. Hours: The sign hangs in the village center as a gentle reminder of Pittsburgs gentle but determined ways. Directions: Route 3 North to Pittsburg Village Programs Offered: Indian Stream Republic quietly dissolved and joined the United States as Pittsburg The Largest Township east of the Mississippi. A distinction they still hold to this day. Notes: Pittsburg was once Indian Stream Republic, an independent nation, completely democratic with no taxes. All labor was voluntary. No real artifact remains of this solitary nation, even the jail, a 700 pound potash kettle was stolen. -top- |
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 Magalloway Mountain Lookout TowerSite Owners: State of New Hampshire Address: Magalloway Mountain Rd, Pittsburg, NH 03592 Description: 40 minute hike up the mountain to the fire tower Hours: Outside natural attraction 24/7/356. Signs are removed for winter, but is accessible by snowmobile. Directions: Route 3 North Pittsburg past 1st Connecticut Lake. Take right on Magalloway Mountain Rd. (logging trucks have right of way). Follow signs to the bottom of hill for parking.  Notes: This fire tower is one of just a few still in use today to watch for potential forest fires. You can climb to the base of the top floor, when it is manned they will allow access to the top. You can see four counties, and the views are spectacular!Factoid: The Magalloway Mountain Lookout Fire Tower is one of just a few still in use today to watch for potential forest fires. You can climb to the base of the top floor, when it is manned they will allow access to the top where you cou can see four counties. -top- |
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 Metallak Lodge Site - Historical MarkerSite Owners: Power Company Physical Address: Rte 145, Colebrook, NH 03576 Description: One of 4 original lodging facilities in Pittsburg. The site of Metallak Lodge is now under water due to the manual raising of the water level of the First Connecticut Lake 29 feet in 1939. Hours: The property is viewed from the lake but the building is not accessible. Admission:  Directions: Route 145, 8 miles north of Colebrook. The property is located on First Connecticut Lake between Timberlands Property and The Glen property.Notes: Cabins sold to private parties and moved to various properties on the lake. Two of these cabins were sold to "The Glen" pulled by horse on log rollers. These cabins have been carefully upgraded and remodeled to maintain the historic value. Photo Credit (black/white): Donna Jordan -top- |
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 Original Moose AlleySite Owners: New Hampshire State maintained highway Physical Address: Rte 3, Pittsburg, NH 03592 Website: www.northcountrychamber.org Description: Route 3 from first Connecticut lake north to Canadian Border is known as Moose Alley due to the large moose population that resides there. * Please be sure to pull completely off roadway when stopping and stay in auto* Hours: always open Directions: Drive North on Route 3 to the Canadian Border at dusk. In the Spring they come out earlier, in the Summer it's later as they come from the deep woods and bogs where its cooler. Oct is hunting season - they will be hard to see then. Did you Know? The Moose come out to the road to eat the vegetation that grows on the side of the road. This grass is preferred due to its higher levels of calcium and salt from the past winters road maintenance. In the Spring the Moose visit Moose Alley earlier, in the Summer it's later as they come from the deep woods and bogs where its cooler. Oct is hunting season - they will be hard to see then. -top- |
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 Pioneer FarmSite Owners: Ruby Wallace Address: Rte 3, Columbia, NH 03576 Contact: Ruby Wallace, Owner 237-5281 Description: Original farm built 1785 and still owned by original family who built it. Hours: By appt Directions: On Route 3 in Columbia, 3 miles south of town line. -top- |
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 River Road Covered BridgeSite Owners: Town of Pittsburg Physical Address: Off Rte 3, River Rd, Pittsburg, NH 03592 Description: Built in 1858, Queenpost style. It is 50 ‘ 6 “ long with a clear span of 41 ‘ 9 “. The overall width is 16 ‘ 10 “ with a roadway width of 13 ‘ 5 “ and a maximum vertical clearance of 11 ‘ 2 “. This covered bridge is open for pedestrian traffic only. Hours: Always open Directions: This covered bridge is located seven miles north of Pittsburg village and one mile east of U.S. Route 3 on the road to Lake Francis State Park. It spans Perry Stream. Programs Offered: Volunteers clean the covered bridge and make minor repairs. Itinerary: Lake Francis State Park -top- |
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 Shrine of Our Lady of GraceSite Owners: Maintained by Oblate Fathers and Brothers Address: PO Box 35, Rte 3, Colebrook, NH 03576 Contact: Robert Lesvesque, Curator 237-5511 boblevesque34@juno.com Description: Visit the 15 Mysteries and all the Stations of the cross plus a World Mission Rosary and the Family Rosary Lake. Main Monument was dedicated on Oct 10, 1948 marking the official birth of the Shrine of Our Lady of Grace. Hours: Sun religious services are May-Oct Directions: Route 3 Town line Columbia/Colebrook Programs Offered: June - Annual Blessing of the Motorcycle; Aug. 27, 2006 15th Annual Blessing of the Autos (Moose Festival). May – October, Buses are allowed to park anywhere on the ground for a nice break and walk for any bus tour. Notes: It was established as a seminary in 1922 -top- |
