The Bridge of Dreams is one of 125 covered bridges in Ohio, many of which are still in use today. Spotting covered bridges in Ohio as one drives the scenic back roads is enticing for road trippers and photographers. The Bridge of Dreams Covered Bridge in Knox County The Bridge of Dreams covered bridge can be viewed from State…
Covered Bridges
Sachs Covered Bridge near Gettysburg National Military Park
The Sachs Covered Bridge near Gettysburg is one of two remaining covered bridges in Adams County in Pennsylvania. Built in 1854 by David Spooner, the bridge open to foot traffic, spans Marsh Creek. The bridge is a 100-foot long Town truss covered bridge that sits on a dead-end road with parking for several vehicles. A…
The Spencerville Covered Bridge in DeKalb County Indiana
The Spencerville Covered Bridge was built in 1873. A Smith Trust Patent bridge, this structure is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. I hadn’t planned on sightseeing on my way home to Ohio from Chicago, but when I spotted a sign that simply read “covered bridge”. How could I resist? I turned right…
Ohio’s Covered Bridges in Vinton County near Hocking Hills
Hocking Hills State Park in southeastern Ohio is one of the most popular destinations in the state, and for good reason. With plentiful hiking trails and gorgeous natural attractions, it’s an ideal location for singles, couples, and families to get outdoors, unplug and recharge. My husband and I make it a point to visit the…
Spotting Covered Bridges on a Pennsylvania Road Trip
I have an obsession. I’m addicted to travel brochures. And what better way to get my fix than to pop into an Interstate Welcome Center, right? Full of brochures, maps and guides, the travel ideas and possibilities are endless. This past week, I was traveling through Pennsylvania along I-79 North. It’s a stretch of road…
Harrisburg Bridge- the Last Remaining Covered Bridge in Sevier County
My husband and I didn’t set out in search of covered bridges in Sevierville, but when we were trying to decide on a place to eat and passed by a brown sign pointing the way to a covered bridge, we were compelled to check it out. It turns out that the Harrisburg Bridge is a pretty big deal. It’s…
Hike the Pleasant Hill Trail at Ohio’s Mohican State Park
Mohican State Park is one of my family’s favorite warm weather attractions in North Central Ohio. When my kids were younger, we’d make frequent trips to the state park to view the Clear Fork Gorge Overlook, climb the stairs of the Fire Tower and hike two of our favorite trails; Big Lyons Falls and Pleasant…
Swann Covered Bridge Blount County, Alabama
Swann Covered Bridge Blount County, Alabama Have you ever experienced one of those perfect road trips where everything just falls into place? Last spring, my parents’ traveled from Ohio to Alabama so my family could show them some of the reasons we had grown to love Alabama (and why we miss it now)- keeping in…
