Welcome to New England's River. The Connecticut River is the natural bridge that unites New Hampshire and Vermont for over half of the waterway's 410-mile journey from the Canadian border to the Atlantic Ocean. The history of New England's longest and most powerful river reaches back into time. It is the story of clashing continental plates and glaciers, the story of Abenaki living lightly on the land, and the story of colonial settlement in villages among fields and forests whose architectural distinction still dominates the valley today.

Come celebrate with us the traditions and riches of the Connecticut River Valley...its vivid history, its deeply rooted farming heritage, its cultural vigor, the call of the railroads, and an array of recreational adventures, all in a natural setting of unparalleled beauty. Our Byway is a scenic corridor of highways, byways, and waterways along the Connecticut River in Vermont and New Hampshire. The Waypoint Communities will guide you to plenty of dining and lodging opportunities, locally made products, and even more information about what to see and do here in the valley of the Connecticut River. The designated Byway routes are indicated on this page.

The Connecticut River Byway has been named a National Scenic Byway! More

"Welcome to the Heart of New England"...a video introduction to the Connecticut River Byway.

History | Culture | Nature | Farming
Recreation | Railroads | VT & NH Products

Connecticut River Byway Council