July 6, 2020 Newry road trip

The Sunday River Bridge, also known locally as the Artists Bridge, is a historic covered bridge in Newry, Maine. It is located northeast of the Sunday River Ski Resort, adjacent to the crossing of the Sunday River by Sunday River Road, which the bridge formerly carried

The very first bridge in that location over the Sunday River was built in 1811. In 1869 a great flood washed out the bridge. The current artists’ bridge was built in 1872 by local builders. It was built in 2 sections, assembled together in place and the roof was then erected. The bridge survived the flood of 1927. In 1957, the town of Newry voted to build a new bridge in that location. The town also voted to save the Artists’ bridge due to is historical significance.1 The bridge is currently owned and maintained by the State of Maine.

Rest Stop on RT 2 near Mahoosuc Area

Driving into Grafton Notch State Park

Trail down to Screw Auger Falls. 

Kids having fun in the water.  Adults in time out!  

Screw Auger Falls of Grafton Notch, not to be confused with the Screw Auger Falls of Gulf Hagas Brook, also located in Maine, is a 25-foot plunge over the lip of a broad granite ledge into a gorge. A transparent curtain of whitewater is created by the plunge. Below the main plunge, the Bear River travels through a curvaceous gorge, dropping an additional thirty feet in a series of cascades past giant potholes, shallow pools and grottoes. There is also a small natural arch here, a rarity for New England.

Step Falls Preserve Hiking Trail is a 1.1 mile moderately trafficked out and back trail located near Newry, Maine that features a waterfall and is good for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, and nature trips and is best used from May until October.

Little stand to buy fresh pies for $12..and whoopie pies.