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Posted in South Carolina October 31, 2019 by Robin Jarvis

The Oldest Covered Bridge In South Carolina, Campbells Covered Bridge Has Been Around Since 1909

Places with historical significance abound in South Carolina, but there’s one subject matter where history has slipped through Mother Nature’s fingertips throughout the years: covered bridges. While the Palmetto State has a number of modern covered bridges (you can find a list of many of them here), there is only one remaining original covered bridge and it’s a must-see.

If you've yet to take the time to drive over to Campbells Covered Bridge, then you're in for a treat.

The bridge, built in 1909, spans the quietly babbling sounds and waters of Beaverdam Creek and is found just nine miles southwest of Landrum and a mere 20 miles north of Greenville.

Greenville Rec maintains a lovely little park surrounding the bridge, which has been restored twice over the last 110 years; the first time in 1964 and then again in 1990.

The bridge has long been closed to vehicular traffic, but pedestrians are free to cross and explore the 10-acre park.

Visitors will find picnic tables, a short hiking trail, and even stone steps leading down to Beaverdam Creek. It's a lovely spot to have a picnic.

Informational kiosks are placed throughout with plenty of background info about the bridge and more.

Access to Campbells Covered Bridge is available year-round from dawn to dusk. Visit during peak leaf-peeping season and you'll be surrounded in the splendors of autumn. Return again after a fresh snowfall... and you may feel as if you've dropped into the middle of a Norman Rockwell painting!

Have you visited the oldest (and only original) remaining covered bridge in South Carolina yet? Maybe it’s time to plan an adventure!

And for another very old bridge to visit that’s nearby to this one, check out the Poinsett Bridge!

Address: 171 Campbell Covered Bridge Rd, Landrum, SC 29356, USA

Robin Jarvis

Robin Jarvis is a travel and entertainment writer and editor for OnlyInYourState.com with a bachelor's degree in Journalism. Her love for travel has taken her to many parts of the world. She spent more than two decades living on the coast in South Carolina and currently lives in the mountains of North Carolina - although she still makes it back to see family in South Carolina quite often. When she's not working, she loves to hike, kayak, and check out new adventures. Get in touch at [email protected]