NEBDR: 2024 Riding Season Route Updates

Updated October 7th, 2024

October 7th, 2024

Section 5: Bypass in Place for Bridge Closure

A bridge closure is in place near the start of Section 5 in Gaysville, VT.

- To bypass, simply heard west/south on Hwy 107 then north on Hwy 100 to rejoin the tracks
- Bypass is 5.8 mi
- See attached map screenshot for reference.

September 27th, 2024

Section 4: Bypass in Place

A road closure is in place once again on Section 4 near Londonderry, VT and a bypass is required.

- Simply remain on Hwy11/30 heading west to Hwy7 north and rejoin the tracks in Mt Tabor, VT
- Bypass is 24.7mi
- See attached map screenshot for reference.

August 7th, 2024

New Tracks Available for Download

A new version of the NEBDR tracks is available for download labeled NEBDR-August2024.

This file contains a few minor updates and revisions to the tracks. Most notably:
- NE5 ALT Harder – Pepper Road has been added to replace the previous Hart Hollow ALT Harder track as these segments were inverted.
- A new optional EXT track has been added in section 8 to Diamond Ridge overlook. This is a 13 mi out and back to a great viewpoint.
- Given the indefinite closure of East Inlet Road at the previous end of the route, the adjusted ending goes directly to the Canada border.
See attached screenshots for reference.
Download the latest track file HERE

July 15th, 2024

Section 5: Bypass to the Bypass

A road closure is in place on Section 5 just north of Hancock, VT.

- The current track bypass labeled NE5 ALT Bypass if Gate is Locked is not accessible from the main route.
- Simply remain on Hwy125 and turn on Lincoln Rd to rejoin the existing bypass track.
- See attached map screenshot for reference on the temporary bypass solution for this portion.

June 19th, 2024

Section 8: Temporary Road Closure

East Inlet Road is currently closed to all motorized traffic indefinitely.

To reach to Canadian Border and the temporary official ending point on this route, riders can remain on Highway 3 via the track titled NE8 EXT – To Canada Border Crossing.
We are working with locals and scouts to find a solution and will keep the community updated. There is no estimated timeframe for when this road will reopen.
See attached map screenshot for reference.
For more information click HERE

March 10th, 2024

New Tracks Available for Download

We are in the process of releasing updated GPS track files for every one of our routes in an ongoing effort to keep track files current and evolving with changing route conditions and considerations for fuel.

Some section starts/ends have shifted in our track files and may not match older versions of the BDR Map. We typically aim to keep each section less than 150mi in length. Sections that exceed this length generally have fuel options along the route or optional tracks to a nearby town for fuel along the way.

Regardless of the documentary film, older track files, or previous map versions, the most current GPS track file is always considered the “current” route.

Some routes have had updates for track difficulty classifications, new tracks added, shifts to section starts or ends, and additional waypoints and these updates will be reflected on the next map reprint.

All track files have been updated with revised naming conventions, track colors, waypoints, discovery points, and more.

GPS track colors have been updated as follows:
- Main Route: Alternating BLUE and DARK BLUE
- ALT Harder & ALT Expert tracks: RED
- Bypass, Extension, or Optional Fuel tracks: GREEN

Our track colors will now carry over when imported into Gaia GPS. If they do not match these colors when you import, simply manually change the track colors to match, or select your own preferred track colors.

GPS track colors don’t necessarily match the BDR Map. This is due to the difference in color visibility on GPS devices vs printed paper map products.

Updates to our interactive map are in process to reflect these updates. You can launch the interactive map HERE.

Always download the most recent track files just before you go HERE

July 27th, 2023 – UPDATED September 25th, 2023

*Urgent Update* Severe weather has caused major destruction on the NEBDR

NEBDR Sections 4 & 5

As Vermont continues to recover from the recent flood damage and the road systems are being assessed and repaired, BDR is recommending that all riders download the latest track version labeled “NEBDR-October2023“.
With these new updated tracks, riders can remain on the main route tracks to avoid riding the more difficult class 4 roads, which are now separated in the gps tracks as “ALT Harder” tracks. The class 4 roads in these sections have been heavily damaged – blind washouts, exposed culverts, heavy mud, and sudden drop offs are ever present danger to riders. These roads, for the most part, are unmaintained by local governments and rely on local snowmobile and ATV organizations for help in the repair process.

While some of the main route tracks may have sustained damage as well, keeping to the suggested route will minimize strain on both emergency services and repair crews. This act of courtesy is vital to maintaining a healthy relationship between recreationalists and the local populations/governments. Spending money at the small businesses along the way of our routes is at the foundation of the BDR mission – and now more critical than ever in these areas. Please show your support and always remember to Ride Respectfully so that we remain welcome in these communities.

Stay safe, and as always, be sure to check here for more updates.
Download the latest version of the NEBDR tracks HERE

Special thanks to David Mailhot Tanguay for the photos and recon on these Class IV sections.