Our first stop along the Kancamagus Highway (Route 112) was Lincoln Woods Scenic Area. Lincoln Woods feature a 150-foot suspension footbridge over the East Branch of the Pemigewasset River. On the day we visited, the trail to the falls was closed, so we didn't do much hiking. The views of the river were scenic. Lots of big rocks. Fall colors.
Lincoln Woods Suspension bridgeEast Branch of the Pemigewasset River
Pedestrian bridge
The stone abutments to the suspension bridge date back to 1902-1905. The bridge itself was built in the mid to late 20th century, late 1960s to early 1970s. The bridge led directly into Pemigewasset Wilderness, the largest wilderness area in the northeastern United States.
On the bridge
Bridge No. 170/159