These 12 Beautiful Covered Bridges In Oregon Will Remind You Of A Simpler Time
There’s nothing more wonderful than stumbling upon a charming covered bridge as you’re driving through the beautiful and bucolic Oregon countryside. Take a look at these 12 lovely covered bridges in Oregon; they’re all absolutely enchanting, and each one makes for a delightful little day trip in the Beaver State! Let’s check them out…
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1. Drift Creek Covered Bridge
Drift Creek Covered Bridge, Bear Creek Rd, Otis, OR 97368, USA
Weddle Covered Bridge was built in 1937 and carried traffic over Thomas Creek until a bypass was built in 1980. The covered bridge was moved to Ames Creek in 1989.
Goodpasture Covered Bridge is the Platonic ideal of covered bridges. This bridge is Oregon's most frequently photographed covered bridge, and it's not difficult to see why.
4. Pass Creek Covered Bridge
Pass Creek Covered Bridge, 101 W A Ave, Drain, OR 97435, USA
Pass Creek Covered Bridge spans 61 feet, and was built to replace another covered bridge from the turn of the 20th century. The bridge was in service until 1981; in 1989, it was moved a short distance downstream and rebuilt as a pedestrian footbridge.
At 24 feet wide, the Lowell Covered Bridge is the widest covered bridge in Oregon. It currently serves as an interpretive center on regional covered bridges, with four other covered bridges nearby.
Ritner Creek Covered Bridge was the last covered bridge on an Oregon state highway. In 1976, the Howe Truss-style bridge was relocated just downstream of its original location, and replaced by a concrete bridge.
This charming Centennial Covered Bridge was built by volunteers to commemorate Cottage Grove's 100th birthday, a historic town known as the "Covered Bridge Capital of the West." What a lovely birthday gift!
12. Jordan Covered Bridge
Jordan Covered Bridge, 450 N 7th Ave, Stayton, OR 97383, USA
Last but certainly not least, Jordan Covered Bridge is located in Oregon's lovely Willamette Valley, and has quite the history! Patterned after the Jordan Bridge, which spanned Thomas Creek, east of Scio; it was moved to Pioneer Park in 1988, but burned in 1994. It's since been rebuilt, and we daresay it's more beautiful than ever!
There are many beautiful covered bridges in Oregon — 54, to be exact. Some are easy to find, while others take a bit of effort to access. What are are some other covered bridges in Oregon you’ve come across on your adventures? Share them with us in the comments below!
Address: 45200 Goodpasture Rd, Vida, OR 97488, USA
Address: South Blount Road, S Blount Rd, Oregon 97013, USA
Address: Lowell Covered Bridge, Lowell, OR 97452, USA
Address: Drift Creek Covered Bridge, Bear Creek Rd, Otis, OR 97368, USA
Address: Pass Creek Covered Bridge, 101 W A Ave, Drain, OR 97435, USA
Address: Sandy Creek, Oregon 97458, USA
Address: Centennial Covered Bridge, Centennial Bridge, W Main St, Cottage Grove, OR 97424, USA
Address: Weddle Covered Bridge, 877 14th Ave, Sweet Home, OR 97386, USA
Address: Jordan Covered Bridge, 450 N 7th Ave, Stayton, OR 97383, USA
Address: Ritner Creek, Oregon 97361, USA
Address: Pengra Covered Bridge, Fall Creek, OR 97438, USA
Address: 37080 Row River Rd, Dorena, OR 97434, USA
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covered bridges in Oregon
October 14, 2021
Sarah
Are there many covered bridges in Oregon?
If the above list of 12 covered bridges is any indication (and it is), Oregon is home to an abundance of these charming old structures! Covered bridges are a relic of a bygone era, and are becoming increasingly harder to find. Today, the Beaver State is home to some 54 covered bridges, many of which are located in none other than Cottage Grove! Cottage Grove, Oregon, is known as the “Covered Bridge Capital of the West,” and features six beautiful and easily accessible covered bridges.
What’s the oldest covered bridge in Oregon?
The Lost Creek Covered Bridge was built in 1881, and is considered to be Oregon’s oldest covered bridge. While it was once slated for demolition, the bridge has thankfully been kept up and preserved over the years. It’s definitely one worth visiting!
What are some scenic day trips in Oregon?
Let’s stick with the covered bridge theme, shall we? Located in Lane County, Oregon, the Cottage Grove Covered Bridge Tour makes for an unforgettable scenic drive. This 20-mile day trip starts in Cottage Grove and loops around the nearby Dorena Lake, passing six gorgeous covered bridges along the way. Most of these historic bridges are no longer open to cars, but they are open to pedestrians, so you can pull over and check them out on foot.
Address: 45200 Goodpasture Rd, Vida, OR 97488, USA
Address: South Blount Road, S Blount Rd, Oregon 97013, USA
Address: Lowell Covered Bridge, Lowell, OR 97452, USA
Address: Drift Creek Covered Bridge, Bear Creek Rd, Otis, OR 97368, USA
Address: Pass Creek Covered Bridge, 101 W A Ave, Drain, OR 97435, USA
Address: Sandy Creek, Oregon 97458, USA
Address: Centennial Covered Bridge, Centennial Bridge, W Main St, Cottage Grove, OR 97424, USA
Address: Weddle Covered Bridge, 877 14th Ave, Sweet Home, OR 97386, USA
Address: Jordan Covered Bridge, 450 N 7th Ave, Stayton, OR 97383, USA
Address: Ritner Creek, Oregon 97361, USA
Address: Pengra Covered Bridge, Fall Creek, OR 97438, USA
Address: 37080 Row River Rd, Dorena, OR 97434, USA
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