Copperas Road

Total Miles1.7
Technical Rating
2Easy
Best TimeSummer, Fall
Trail TypeFull-Width Road
Accessible By
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Trail Overview

This road is part of a rich history of Vermont. It is still easily navigable and has breathtaking views. Views include mountain ranges, remnants of Elizabeth Mine that was once supplying copper as far back as 1809, old structures, and stone walls. This road offers a great alternate route to Turnpike Road, and quick access to Upper Turnpike Road, which is even more fun.

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Difficulty

When starting at the metal gate on the north end, the first mile of this road is gravel or riprap. Once you enter the forest, there are typically shallow water holes with mud that have bottoms to them. This road is traveled frequently by many vehicles.

History

The copper ore deposit was discovered in 1793, but mining did not start until 1809. Open pit mining and from 1886 underground mining was conducted from then on. The mine produced up to 8,500,000 pounds of copper (1954) and was closed in 1957.

Technical Rating

2

Copperas Road Trail can be accessed by the following ride types:

  • High Clearance
  • Full Width

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