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 fall foliage.) Flanked by trees, drenched in the colors of fall, the covered bridges in PA, some of the most enchanting historic places in the state, promise a peek into a simpler time.
1. White Covered Bridge – Garards Ford
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.
The Wandering Woodsman takes us to the White Covered Bridge in Waynesburg, PA for a drive through this historic bridge:
2. Forksville Covered Bridge – Forksville
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.
3. Rapps Dam Covered Bridge – Phoenixville
For beautiful scenery, visit Rapps Dam Covered Bridge in Phoenixville, PA. 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.
Let's continue our tour of covered bridges in Pennsylvania by heading on over to the Rapps Dam Covered Bridge in this video from The Wandering Woodsman:
4. Leatherman Covered Bridge – Cokeburg
Leatherman Covered Bridge holds the 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.
5. Wyit Sprowls Covered Bridge – West Finley
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 nearly 32-foot-long covered bridge.
6. Bartram Covered Bridge – Newton Square
Dating back to 1860, Bartram Covered Bridge holds the 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 from the Newtown Square Historical Society.
7. Glessner Covered Bridge – Shanksville
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.
Take a drive to the Glessner Covered Bridge in Shanksville, PA in this video from PA Outdoor Couple:
What are your favorite covered bridges in Pennsylvania, particularly during the autumn? Let us know in the comments! If you are on the lookout for another fun way to spend fall in Pennsylvania, set off on the Covered Bridge Trail. It leads to more beautiful covered bridges in PA in the charming town of Schnecksville. Make it a lovely weekend getaway by staying in this beautiful cottage in Schnecksville as you chase down covered bridges in the area.
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