Quick Summary:

  • The town of Cornish is a well-known summer destination for writers and artists who helped transform the area into New Hampshire’s Cornish Colony.
  • Home to the most bridges of any town in the state, Cornish boasts four covered bridges and a picturesque, beautiful landscape.
  • Among the many bridges found throughout Cornish, New Hampshire, is the Cornish-Windsor Bridge, which is the world’s longest two-span covered bridge.
  • In addition to the bridges, the town also includes historic attractions, like the Saint-Gaudens National Historic Site, and outdoor activities, such as canoeing on the Connecticut River.


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1. Saint-Gaudens National Historic Site ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Saint-Gaudens National Historic Site | Tourism in Cornish, New Hampshire
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2. Cornish-Windsor Bridge ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Cornish-Windsor Bridge | Tourism in Cornish, New Hampshire
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3. Blow-Me-Down Bridge

Blow-Me-Down Bridge | Tourism in Cornish, New Hampshire
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