Step back through the pages of time, at least for just a little while, with an autumn visit to seven of the most beautiful covered bridges in Pennsylvania. (Or, if you live near a covered bridge, visit it, especially if it’s surrounded by the fall foliage.) Flanked by trees, drenched in the colors of fall, the covered bridges, some of the most enchanting historic places in Pennsylvania, promise a peek into a simpler time.
- White Covered Bridge – Garards Ford
Flickr/Kathy Tucked in Greene County, White Covered Bridge crosses over Whiteley Creek. Get out of the car for a leisurely stroll through the covered bridge that spans nearly 67 feet. The covered bridge earned a spot on the National Register of Historic Places in 1978. Learn more on the official Facebook page of the White Covered Bridge Association. White Covered Bridge, Roberts Run Rd, Waynesburg, PA 15370, USA
- Forksville Covered Bridge – Forksville
Flickr/Nicholas A. Tonelli Journey to the charming town of Forksville, home of the Forksville Covered Bridge. Spanning nearly 143 feet, the covered bridge dates back to 1852. Grab a bite to eat and sit outdoors, where you can admire the covered bridge, at Forksville General Store & Restaurant. Both the bridge and the general store are popular historic places in Pennsylvania. Here’s the official website of Forksville General Store. Forksville Covered Bridge, Bridge St, Forksville, PA 18616, USA
- Rapps Dam Covered Bridge – Phoenixville
Flickr/Ken Martin For beautiful scenery, visit Rapps Dam Covered Bridge. The bridge has seen its fair share of damage, closing in 2014 and in 2018 for repairs, after it was struck by a vehicle. Built in 1806, Rapps Dam Covered Bridge spans 105 feet. Rapps Dam Covered Bridge, Phoenixville, PA 19460, USA
- Leatherman Covered Bridge – Cokeburg
Flickr/Bill Eichelberger Leatherman Covered Bridge holds distinction as one of 29 remaining covered bridges in Washington County (and Greene County). Designed to look like an old barn, the covered bridge is said to date back to 1860. The exact date, however, is not known. Cross the bridge that spans a mere 36 feet over Pigeon Creek. Leatherman Covered Bridge, Letherman Bridge Rd, Eighty Four, PA 15330, USA
- Wyit Sprowls Covered Bridge – West Finley
Flickr/Bill Eichelberger Admire the fall foliage that frames Wyit Sprowls Covered Bridge in West Finley. The quaint covered bridge currently sits in East Finley Park, after having been moved from West Finley in 2011. Drive or stroll through the near 32-foot long covered bridge. Stop by the official website of East Finley Park for more information. Wyit Sprowls Covered Bridge, Templeton Run Rd, Claysville, PA 15323, USA
- Bartram Covered Bridge – Newton Square
Flickr/Thomas Dating back to 1860, Bartram Covered Bridge holds distinction as Delaware County’s sole remaining covered bridge. Cross the bridge that spans 80 feet and that once held the words “Lincoln, Save Union and Congress.” The graffiti, unfortunately, has been lost to time. However, the bridge is still one of the best places to visit during fall in Pennsylvania. Learn more about Bartram Covered Bridge. Bartram Covered Bridge, 4298 Goshen Rd, Newtown Square, PA 19073, USA
- Glessner Covered Bridge – Shanksville
Flickr/Cavalier92 Crossing the Stonycreek River, Glessner Covered Bridge has been a fixture in Shanksville since 1881. Stroll or drive across the 90-foot covered bridge that sits less than two miles from the Flight 93 National Memorial. If you’re looking for some of the best historic places in Pennsylvania, you’ll definitely want to visit both Glessner Covered Bridge and the Flight 93 National Memorial. Glessner Covered Bridge, Covered Bridge Rd, Stoystown, PA 15563, USA
What are your favorite covered bridges in Pennsylvania, particularly during the autumn? Let us know in the comments! If you on the lookout for another fun way to spend fall in Pennsylvania, set off on the Covered Bridge Trail. It leads to beautiful covered bridges in Schnecksville.
Flickr/Kathy
Tucked in Greene County, White Covered Bridge crosses over Whiteley Creek. Get out of the car for a leisurely stroll through the covered bridge that spans nearly 67 feet. The covered bridge earned a spot on the National Register of Historic Places in 1978. Learn more on the official Facebook page of the White Covered Bridge Association.
White Covered Bridge, Roberts Run Rd, Waynesburg, PA 15370, USA
Flickr/Nicholas A. Tonelli
Journey to the charming town of Forksville, home of the Forksville Covered Bridge. Spanning nearly 143 feet, the covered bridge dates back to 1852. Grab a bite to eat and sit outdoors, where you can admire the covered bridge, at Forksville General Store & Restaurant. Both the bridge and the general store are popular historic places in Pennsylvania. Here’s the official website of Forksville General Store.
Forksville Covered Bridge, Bridge St, Forksville, PA 18616, USA
Flickr/Ken Martin
For beautiful scenery, visit Rapps Dam Covered Bridge. The bridge has seen its fair share of damage, closing in 2014 and in 2018 for repairs, after it was struck by a vehicle. Built in 1806, Rapps Dam Covered Bridge spans 105 feet.
Rapps Dam Covered Bridge, Phoenixville, PA 19460, USA
Flickr/Bill Eichelberger
Leatherman Covered Bridge holds distinction as one of 29 remaining covered bridges in Washington County (and Greene County). Designed to look like an old barn, the covered bridge is said to date back to 1860. The exact date, however, is not known. Cross the bridge that spans a mere 36 feet over Pigeon Creek.
Leatherman Covered Bridge, Letherman Bridge Rd, Eighty Four, PA 15330, USA
Admire the fall foliage that frames Wyit Sprowls Covered Bridge in West Finley. The quaint covered bridge currently sits in East Finley Park, after having been moved from West Finley in 2011. Drive or stroll through the near 32-foot long covered bridge. Stop by the official website of East Finley Park for more information.
Wyit Sprowls Covered Bridge, Templeton Run Rd, Claysville, PA 15323, USA
Flickr/Thomas
Dating back to 1860, Bartram Covered Bridge holds distinction as Delaware County’s sole remaining covered bridge. Cross the bridge that spans 80 feet and that once held the words “Lincoln, Save Union and Congress.” The graffiti, unfortunately, has been lost to time. However, the bridge is still one of the best places to visit during fall in Pennsylvania. Learn more about Bartram Covered Bridge.
Bartram Covered Bridge, 4298 Goshen Rd, Newtown Square, PA 19073, USA
Flickr/Cavalier92
Crossing the Stonycreek River, Glessner Covered Bridge has been a fixture in Shanksville since 1881. Stroll or drive across the 90-foot covered bridge that sits less than two miles from the Flight 93 National Memorial. If you’re looking for some of the best historic places in Pennsylvania, you’ll definitely want to visit both Glessner Covered Bridge and the Flight 93 National Memorial.
Glessner Covered Bridge, Covered Bridge Rd, Stoystown, PA 15563, USA
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Address: White Covered Bridge, Roberts Run Rd, Waynesburg, PA 15370, USAAddress: Forksville Covered Bridge, Bridge St, Forksville, PA 18616, USAAddress: Rapps Dam Covered Bridge, Phoenixville, PA 19460, USAAddress: Letherman Bridge Rd, Eighty Four, PA 15330, USAAddress: Wyit Sprowls Covered Bridge, Templeton Run Rd, Claysville, PA 15323, USAAddress: Bartram Covered Bridge, 4298 Goshen Rd, Newtown Square, PA 19073, USAAddress: Glessner Covered Bridge, Covered Bridge Rd, Stoystown, PA 15563, USA
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Covered Bridges In Pennsylvania September 30, 2021 Beth Price-Williams What are some fun things to do during fall in Pennsylvania? Fall in Pennsylvania just might be the prettiest time of the year, and there are an abundance of places to drink in that beauty. For some of the best leaf peeping around, stroll along Kinzua Bridge Skywalk; visit Pine Creek Gorge, or spend a day at Ohiopyle State Park. However, that’s just the beginning of the fun. Pennsylvania’s home to a full slate of corn mazes, pumpkin patches, and hayrides. Did you know you can also go on a scenic chair lift ride at Blue Mountain Resort in Palmerton? What are the most beautiful sights in Pennsylvania? Finding beauty is so easy in Pennsylvania. We can pretty much take a walk through our neighborhoods to enjoy the natural beauty. However, if you’re up for a day trip or a getaway, you have no shortage of beautiful sights in Pennsylvania from which to choose. Hyner View State Park in North Bend is small, but it’s well-known for its spellbinding views, which you can enjoy from an overlook or via a hang glider. Hawk Mountain also boasts some of the best views in Pennsylvania. If you love waterfalls, follow the Falls Trail at Ricketts Glen State Park. You’ll see 21 waterfalls along the path. Salt Springs State Park and Erie Bluffs State Park are also spellbinding destinations. Are there any must visit historic places in Pennsylvania? Pennsylvania’s brimming with history – from Philadelphia to Gettysburg and everywhere in between. However, to experience some of the best historic places in Pennsylvania, travel no further than its many landmarks. Elfreth’s Alley in Philadelphia, for example, is well-worth a stroll. It is, after all, the oldest residential street in the United States. Nearby Valley Forge is also a must-visit. Explore on one of its many hiking trails, and take time to visit the Visitor Center. The Gifford Pinchot House in Milford belongs on every history buff’s bucket list. The beautiful castle served as former governor Gifford Pinchot’s home at one time.
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Covered Bridges In Pennsylvania
September 30, 2021
Beth Price-Williams
What are some fun things to do during fall in Pennsylvania? Fall in Pennsylvania just might be the prettiest time of the year, and there are an abundance of places to drink in that beauty. For some of the best leaf peeping around, stroll along Kinzua Bridge Skywalk; visit Pine Creek Gorge, or spend a day at Ohiopyle State Park. However, that’s just the beginning of the fun. Pennsylvania’s home to a full slate of corn mazes, pumpkin patches, and hayrides. Did you know you can also go on a scenic chair lift ride at Blue Mountain Resort in Palmerton? What are the most beautiful sights in Pennsylvania? Finding beauty is so easy in Pennsylvania. We can pretty much take a walk through our neighborhoods to enjoy the natural beauty. However, if you’re up for a day trip or a getaway, you have no shortage of beautiful sights in Pennsylvania from which to choose. Hyner View State Park in North Bend is small, but it’s well-known for its spellbinding views, which you can enjoy from an overlook or via a hang glider. Hawk Mountain also boasts some of the best views in Pennsylvania. If you love waterfalls, follow the Falls Trail at Ricketts Glen State Park. You’ll see 21 waterfalls along the path. Salt Springs State Park and Erie Bluffs State Park are also spellbinding destinations. Are there any must visit historic places in Pennsylvania? Pennsylvania’s brimming with history – from Philadelphia to Gettysburg and everywhere in between. However, to experience some of the best historic places in Pennsylvania, travel no further than its many landmarks. Elfreth’s Alley in Philadelphia, for example, is well-worth a stroll. It is, after all, the oldest residential street in the United States. Nearby Valley Forge is also a must-visit. Explore on one of its many hiking trails, and take time to visit the Visitor Center. The Gifford Pinchot House in Milford belongs on every history buff’s bucket list. The beautiful castle served as former governor Gifford Pinchot’s home at one time.
The OIYS Visitor Center
The OIYS Visitor Center
Fall in Pennsylvania just might be the prettiest time of the year, and there are an abundance of places to drink in that beauty. For some of the best leaf peeping around, stroll along Kinzua Bridge Skywalk; visit Pine Creek Gorge, or spend a day at Ohiopyle State Park. However, that’s just the beginning of the fun. Pennsylvania’s home to a full slate of corn mazes, pumpkin patches, and hayrides. Did you know you can also go on a scenic chair lift ride at Blue Mountain Resort in Palmerton?
What are the most beautiful sights in Pennsylvania?
Finding beauty is so easy in Pennsylvania. We can pretty much take a walk through our neighborhoods to enjoy the natural beauty. However, if you’re up for a day trip or a getaway, you have no shortage of beautiful sights in Pennsylvania from which to choose. Hyner View State Park in North Bend is small, but it’s well-known for its spellbinding views, which you can enjoy from an overlook or via a hang glider. Hawk Mountain also boasts some of the best views in Pennsylvania. If you love waterfalls, follow the Falls Trail at Ricketts Glen State Park. You’ll see 21 waterfalls along the path. Salt Springs State Park and Erie Bluffs State Park are also spellbinding destinations.
Are there any must visit historic places in Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania’s brimming with history – from Philadelphia to Gettysburg and everywhere in between. However, to experience some of the best historic places in Pennsylvania, travel no further than its many landmarks. Elfreth’s Alley in Philadelphia, for example, is well-worth a stroll. It is, after all, the oldest residential street in the United States. Nearby Valley Forge is also a must-visit. Explore on one of its many hiking trails, and take time to visit the Visitor Center. The Gifford Pinchot House in Milford belongs on every history buff’s bucket list. The beautiful castle served as former governor Gifford Pinchot’s home at one time.
