Here Are 6 Of The Most Beautiful Maryland Covered Bridges To Explore This Fall
Fall is on the way and you may already be planning some colorful fall-foliage road trips. Don’t forget about our local covered bridges, which are even more beautiful when surrounded by autumn hues. Hop in the car — these six historic structures await!
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This Cecil County Bridge was built in 1860. You can find it hiding in the Fairview Hill Natural Resource Management Area. Keep your eyes peeled for horseback riders.
Also in Cecil County and constructed in 1860, Gilpin's Falls Covered Bridge is located on the side of North East Road. Just park your car nearby and walk over to enjoy the historic and scenic views.
This covered bridge was built in 1865 and crosses Little Gunpowder Falls, which is between Baltimore and Harford County. Some say this structure is haunted, so beware!
This structure dates back to 1850 but some think it goes back further. It was once washed away during a flood in 1889 and was rebuilt at its current location, over Fishing Creek. This is the first of three Frederick County covered bridges.
This beautiful covered bridge crosses Frederick County's Owen's Creek. It was built in 1880 and is great for picture-perfect photo ops.
Last on our list, and last in Frederick County, is Roddy Road Covered Bridge. It was built in 1856 and is just waiting for some beautiful fall photographs.
How many of Maryland’s covered bridges have you visited? To learn more about the state’s oldest covered bridge, click on: The Oldest Covered Bridge In Maryland Has Been Around Since 1843
Address: Foxcatcher Farms Covered Bridge, Tawes Dr, Elkton, MD 21921, USA
Address: North East Rd, North East, MD 21901, USA
Address: 12228 Jericho Rd, Kingsville, MD 21087, USA
Address: 7720 Utica Rd, Thurmont, MD 21788, USA
Address: 13506 Old Frederick Rd, Rocky Ridge, MD 21778, USA
Address: 14760 Roddy Rd, Thurmont, MD 21788, USA
