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Climbing Mount Ascutney offers an intense, lung-busting experience as you tackle one of the steepest paved mountain ascents in the United States, winding up through Vermont's forested state park. Prepare for an immediate and unrelenting challenge over approximately 3.7 miles, gaining around 2,300 ft to reach the upper parking lot near 2,900 ft elevation. You'll battle an average gradient of a brutal 11-12%, featuring sustained pitches significantly exceeding 15% and reportedly hitting 20% or more, offering almost no recovery.

Built recently in 2012, Hurricane Irene had damaged the previous structure so badly that it didn't reach the river bank on either side. It has been sympathetically redesigned to complement the other covered bridges in the area.

On the north side of the river there is a viewing spot where you can have a closer look at the Mill ponds and old dam waterfall. In the winter, the water freezes; a spectacular sight.

It is worth pedaling through Lincoln Bridge to truly appreciate the design and craftsmanship that went into its creation. Built in 1877, it was restored in the 1980s to ensure its survival for years to come.

Billings Farm is an outdoor museum and dairy farm and a hidden gem of Vermont. It is an especially good place to come if you're cycling with children who will love seeing the farm animals up close, especially the herd of Jersey cows with their beautiful big brown eyes.

Woodstock Middle Covered Bridge has spanned the Ottauquechee River since 1969 and was supposedly constructed without the use of any nails.

Taftsville Covered Bridge was opened in 1836 and is very well maintained. You can also walk down onto the river bank to get a lovely view of the river crossing from below. There are information boards which provide further information about the wooden bridge's history.

A lovely old cemetery surrounded by a stone wall. Jump off the bike to take a closer look on foot.