These 7 Beautiful Covered Bridges In Mississippi Will Remind You Of A Much Simpler Time

Covering on a bridge may serve several purposes, but one thing is for sure, there’s just something so special about a covered bridge. Although rare, Mississippi is (in some cases, has been) home to several covered bridges; here are 7 lovely examples.

1. Aside from being home to spring water that has been rated the “best in the United States,” Iuka’s Mineral Springs Park is the site of this picture-perfect covered bridge.

2. Brookhaven’s premier wedding venue, The Hideaway at Reed’s Estate, is filled with stunning photo-ops, including this rustic covered bridge.

3. Although it has since been replaced, this Lowndes County bridge was originally constructed in 1885.

4. This 54’ bridge is located in Carriere’s Covered Bridge Cove community.

5. Located in Tupelo’s James L. Ballard Park, this covered bridge may be small but it is big on charm.

6. Spanning 59’, this covered bridge is located on Don Burge Rd. in McNeill.

7. Photographed in the early 1900s, this covered bridge, which was one of several in Lafayette County, spanned the Yocona River.

Visited any of the bridges listed above? Where are some other covered bridges in the state?

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Daniella DiRienzo

Though Daniella was born in New York and has lived in a couple of other states, Mississippi has been her home for the past 25 years. After graduating from the University of Southern Mississippi, Daniella began to hone her writing skills through various internships, working for The Royal Obsession and Anatomie clothing. In the years since, she’s had the privilege of having her articles appear in several publications, such as Parents & Kids Magazine and Girl Meets Strong. She’s also had the honor of interviewing actress Sela Ward for The Mississippi Arts and Entertainment Experience.