Some challenging hills lead to Chester NH, a historic small town with a good General Store for lunch or a snack. Expect mostly wooded roads, old farms, and out-of-the-way historic districts such as North Danville. Chester's October scarecrow festival adds great local color, with several hundred scarecrows on display throughout the region. The 27 and 54 mile routes both depart from the Amesbury Elementary School. Note that the 27 is a shorter scenic route that does not include Chester. The 40-mile remote start option begins in Newton NH, partway into the long ride, to allow more riders to reach Chester and its scarecrows.
