Covered bridges are an integral part of our nation’s history. Sadly, only a few remain. Originally, the U.S. had over 14,000 covered bridges, and today less than 900 still stand. Pennsylvania leads the country as the state with the most covered bridges. (There are 197 covered bridges in Pennsylvania!) These precious architectural artifacts are not only historic, but they comprise some of the most charmingly beautiful sights in Pennsylvania. It’s true – and just to prove it, we put together some photos of the whimsical covered bridges in Pennsylvania. (A special thanks goes to photographer Doug Kerr, whose beautiful work made much of this possible.)
- Sachs Covered Bridge, Gettysburg
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m01229 For more information, click here. Sachs Covered Bridge, Waterworks Rd, Gettysburg, PA 17325, USA
- Stillwater Covered Bridge, Stillwater
Doug Kerr For more information, click here. Stillwater Covered Bridge, 899 Paperdale Rd, Stillwater, PA 17878, USA
- Bucks County Covered Bridges
Marty Desilets Embark on one of the best day trips in Pennsylvania and explore the dozen covered bridges scattered throughout Bucks County. For more information, click here. Bucks County, PA, USA
- McGees Mills Covered Bridge, Mahaffey
Doug Kerr For more information, click here. McGees Mills Covered Bridge, Covered Bridge Rd, Mahaffey, PA 15757, USA
- Frazier Covered Bridge, Moreland
Nicholas A. Tonelli For more information, click here. Frazier Covered Bridge, Covered Bridge Rd, Muncy, PA 17756, USA
- Valley Forge Covered Bridge, Malvern
Marty Desilets For more information, click here. 300 Yellow Springs Rd, Malvern, PA 19355, USA
- Wanich Covered Bridge, Bloomsburg
Doug Kerr For more information, click here. Wanich Covered Bridge, Covered Bridge Dr, Bloomsburg, PA 17815, USA
- Manasses Guth’s Covered Bridge, Whitehall
Doug Kerr For more information, click here. Manassas Guth Covered Bridge, Allentown, PA 18104, USA
- Burkholder Covered Bridge, Brothersvalley Township
Doug Kerr For more information, click here. Burkholder Covered Bridge, Mason Dixon Hwy, Garrett, PA 15542, USA
- Osterburg Covered Bridge, East St. Clair Township
Doug Kerr For more information, click here. Covered Bridge Road, Covered Bridge Rd, East St Clair Township, PA 16667, USA
- Herline Covered Bridge, Bedford County
Doug Kerr For more information, click here. 111 Tulls Hill Rd, Manns Choice, PA 15550, USA
- McConnells Mill Covered Bridge, McConnells Mill State Park
Chris Paulson For more information, click here. McConnell’s Mill Covered Bridge, McConnells Mill Rd, Portersville, PA 16051, USA
- Cuppett’s Covered Bridge, Bedford County
Doug Kerr For more information, click here. Cuppett’s Covered Bridge, Cortland Rd, New Paris, PA 15554, USA
- Kidds Mill Covered Bridge, Mercer County
Doug Kerr For more information, click here. Kidd’s Mill Covered Bridge, W Kidds Mill Rd, Transfer, PA 16154, USA
- Harpster Covered Bridge, Spruce Creek
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Doug Kerr Check out those antlers! For more information, click here. Spruce Creek, PA, USA
So, did you know about these covered bridges in Pennsylvania? Ever visited any of them? Did we miss your favorite? Know of other beautiful sights in Pennsylvania? Tell us!
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Sachs Covered Bridge, Waterworks Rd, Gettysburg, PA 17325, USA
Doug Kerr
Stillwater Covered Bridge, 899 Paperdale Rd, Stillwater, PA 17878, USA
Marty Desilets
Embark on one of the best day trips in Pennsylvania and explore the dozen covered bridges scattered throughout Bucks County. For more information, click here.
Bucks County, PA, USA
McGees Mills Covered Bridge, Covered Bridge Rd, Mahaffey, PA 15757, USA
Nicholas A. Tonelli
Frazier Covered Bridge, Covered Bridge Rd, Muncy, PA 17756, USA
300 Yellow Springs Rd, Malvern, PA 19355, USA
Wanich Covered Bridge, Covered Bridge Dr, Bloomsburg, PA 17815, USA
Manassas Guth Covered Bridge, Allentown, PA 18104, USA
Burkholder Covered Bridge, Mason Dixon Hwy, Garrett, PA 15542, USA
Covered Bridge Road, Covered Bridge Rd, East St Clair Township, PA 16667, USA
111 Tulls Hill Rd, Manns Choice, PA 15550, USA
Chris Paulson
McConnell’s Mill Covered Bridge, McConnells Mill Rd, Portersville, PA 16051, USA
Cuppett’s Covered Bridge, Cortland Rd, New Paris, PA 15554, USA
Kidd’s Mill Covered Bridge, W Kidds Mill Rd, Transfer, PA 16154, USA
Check out those antlers! For more information, click here.
Spruce Creek, PA, USA
Covered bridges aren’t the only historic places in Pennsylvania. There are lots more. Click here to read about historic places in Pennsylvania everyone should visit at least once.
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Covered Bridges In Pennsylvania October 18, 2021 Daniella DiRienzo What are some fun day trips in Pennsylvania? There are lots of options for fun day trips in Pennsylvania. One place worth checking out is Ricketts Glen State Park. Located in Benton, it’s one of the state’s most treasured natural areas and has even earned distinction as a National Natural Landmark. Not lacking in perks, the 13,050-acre park boasts nearly two dozen waterfalls, including the 94-foot Ganoga Falls, an abundance of flora and fauna, and tons of opportunities for outdoor fun, including swimming, boating, fishing, camping, skiing, snowshoeing, and more. Are there any must-visit historic places in Pennsylvania? No list of must-visit historic places in Pennsylvania would be complete without Gettysburg National Military Park. The site of the Battle of Gettysburg, which remains the largest land battle ever fought in North America, it’s an incredible piece of American history. Today, you can explore the expansive park for a history lesson like no other. Any visit to Gettysburg National Military Park should begin at the museum and visitor’s center, where you’ll find a wealth of information about the infamous 1863 battle as well as the Civil War as a whole. Aside from covered bridges in Pennsylvania, what are some beautiful sights in Pennsylvania? Covered bridges aren’t the only beautiful sights in Pennsylvania. There are lots others, including Bushkill Falls in Poconos. A collection of eight cascading waterfalls, it’s been dubbed the Niagara Falls of Pennsylvania and is, not surprisingly, one of the state’s most famous scenic attractions. The falls, which require an admission to view, can be accessed via a network of hiking trails and bridges. Tickets to the waterfalls can be purchased on site, or you can buy them online and “skip the line” when you arrive at Bushkill Falls.
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Covered Bridges In Pennsylvania
October 18, 2021
Daniella DiRienzo
What are some fun day trips in Pennsylvania? There are lots of options for fun day trips in Pennsylvania. One place worth checking out is Ricketts Glen State Park. Located in Benton, it’s one of the state’s most treasured natural areas and has even earned distinction as a National Natural Landmark. Not lacking in perks, the 13,050-acre park boasts nearly two dozen waterfalls, including the 94-foot Ganoga Falls, an abundance of flora and fauna, and tons of opportunities for outdoor fun, including swimming, boating, fishing, camping, skiing, snowshoeing, and more. Are there any must-visit historic places in Pennsylvania? No list of must-visit historic places in Pennsylvania would be complete without Gettysburg National Military Park. The site of the Battle of Gettysburg, which remains the largest land battle ever fought in North America, it’s an incredible piece of American history. Today, you can explore the expansive park for a history lesson like no other. Any visit to Gettysburg National Military Park should begin at the museum and visitor’s center, where you’ll find a wealth of information about the infamous 1863 battle as well as the Civil War as a whole. Aside from covered bridges in Pennsylvania, what are some beautiful sights in Pennsylvania? Covered bridges aren’t the only beautiful sights in Pennsylvania. There are lots others, including Bushkill Falls in Poconos. A collection of eight cascading waterfalls, it’s been dubbed the Niagara Falls of Pennsylvania and is, not surprisingly, one of the state’s most famous scenic attractions. The falls, which require an admission to view, can be accessed via a network of hiking trails and bridges. Tickets to the waterfalls can be purchased on site, or you can buy them online and “skip the line” when you arrive at Bushkill Falls.
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The OIYS Visitor Center
There are lots of options for fun day trips in Pennsylvania. One place worth checking out is Ricketts Glen State Park. Located in Benton, it’s one of the state’s most treasured natural areas and has even earned distinction as a National Natural Landmark. Not lacking in perks, the 13,050-acre park boasts nearly two dozen waterfalls, including the 94-foot Ganoga Falls, an abundance of flora and fauna, and tons of opportunities for outdoor fun, including swimming, boating, fishing, camping, skiing, snowshoeing, and more.
Are there any must-visit historic places in Pennsylvania?
No list of must-visit historic places in Pennsylvania would be complete without Gettysburg National Military Park. The site of the Battle of Gettysburg, which remains the largest land battle ever fought in North America, it’s an incredible piece of American history. Today, you can explore the expansive park for a history lesson like no other. Any visit to Gettysburg National Military Park should begin at the museum and visitor’s center, where you’ll find a wealth of information about the infamous 1863 battle as well as the Civil War as a whole.
Aside from covered bridges in Pennsylvania, what are some beautiful sights in Pennsylvania?
Covered bridges aren’t the only beautiful sights in Pennsylvania. There are lots others, including Bushkill Falls in Poconos. A collection of eight cascading waterfalls, it’s been dubbed the Niagara Falls of Pennsylvania and is, not surprisingly, one of the state’s most famous scenic attractions. The falls, which require an admission to view, can be accessed via a network of hiking trails and bridges. Tickets to the waterfalls can be purchased on site, or you can buy them online and “skip the line” when you arrive at Bushkill Falls.
