The best gravel rides around Fairlee

The Thetford Center Covered Bridge is a beautiful historically covered bridge. It carries Tucker Hill Road across the Ompompanoosuc River. It is a fine and very rare example of the Haupt patent truss system.

This little community beach is a nice spot for swimming. It's usually open through late August and on Labor Day weekend, although if weather permits it may be open later; they're good about posting updates on their Facebook page. Admission is usually $5 for residents, or $7 for non-residents.

The Thetford Center Covered Bridge is a beautiful historic covered bridge. It carries Tucker Hill Road across the Ompompanoosuc River. It is a fine and very rare example of the Haupt patent truss system.

Regarding the route warning for the portion of this tour, this section of Goose Pond Road is paved, although on the app it triggers a warning.

Goose Pond, formerly Crystal Lake/Sylvan Lake was once a vital water source for firefighting efforts. Despite ceasing its use for the town's water needs in the 1930s, it earned its wilderness area status in 1984. Today, visitors still enjoy the the untouched forest surrounding the pond which has several walking trails.

Bounded by the Connecticut River, Lake Fairlee is a 2-mile lake surrounded by lush forest views.