Posted in Pittsburgh October 01, 2016 by Beth Price-Williams

There’s A Covered Bridge Trail Near Pittsburgh And It’s Everything You’ve Ever Dreamed Of

Spend a delightful autumn afternoon (or morning) exploring the beautiful Pennsylvania countryside. Drive a little less than two hours to Bedford County where you’ll discover old-fashioned covered bridges that look as though they belong in an artist’s painting. Click here for directions to and along the Covered Bridge Trail near Pittsburgh.

Start your journey at the Claycomb Covered Bridge in Old Bedford Village. Built in 1888, the covered bridge was moved to its current location in 1975.

The Bowser/Osterburg Covered Bridge crosses over Bob's Creek and is now simply a piece of artwork against the landscape. Shut down in 1975, the bridge is protected by a cable to deter passers-by from attempting to pass over it.

A Burr Tuss-style covered bridge, Snooks Covered Bridge dates back to 1883 and is named after Jacob Snooks, who once lived near the bridge.

Snap photos of the Dr. Knisely Covered Bridge, a privately owned, 80 foot long bridge that crosses over Dunnings Creek.

The original Ryot Bridge, crossing Dunnings Creek, debuted sometime in the late 1880s. Fire destroyed the original bridge in 2002 but it reopened to both foot and vehicle traffic again in 2004.

Boasting a natural look due to weathering over time, the Cuppett Covered Bridge spans 60 feet. The privately-owned bridge cannot be crossed by foot or by vehicle. The covered bridge's low sides make it distinctive.

Dating back to 1894, the refurbished Colvin Covered Bridge sits atop Shawnee Creek, a popular fishing spot. Cross the 66 foot long bridge by foot.

Built around 1892, Turner's Covered Bridge crosses the Juanita River and welcomes both drivers and those on foot to pass over it.

End your journey on the charming trail at Herline Covered Bridge, Bedford County's longest covered bridge at 136 feet. Erected in 1902, the covered bridge, which is open to vehicles, was restored to its former glory in 1997.

We Pittsburghers are pretty fortunate to live in and within driving distance of some of the most beautiful spots in Pennsylvania. Follow this charming covered bridge trail near Pittsburgh for a unique fall experience.

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There’s A Covered Bridge Trail Near Pittsburgh And It’s Everything You’ve Ever Dreamed Of

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