Jeffersonville-Cambridge Notch Road

The Jeffersonville-Cambridge Notch Road follows an old military route established in the 1850s to connect the Lamoille River valley communities during Vermont’s early settlement period. This well-maintained gravel road climbs through mixed hardwood forests and open meadows, offering spectacular views of Mount Mansfield to the south and the Worcester Range to the east. The route passes several historic farmsteads and the remnants of a 19th-century sawmill at Brewster River, where massive granite foundation stones still mark the spot where timber from these hills was processed for the railroad boom.

This is an easy to moderate route suitable for any vehicle with decent ground clearance, making it perfect for overlanders seeking Vermont’s scenic beauty without technical challenges. The road is passable year-round but most enjoyable from late spring through fall when the foliage peaks. No permits required, and several designated camping areas provide legal overnight spots with fire rings and basic facilities. Fill up in Jeffersonville and expect decent cell coverage along most of the route. This road delivers classic Vermont countryside driving with enough history to keep things interesting.