Crossing This 169-Year-Old Bridge In Kentucky Is Like Walking Through History

One thing that adds so much charm, beauty, and history to our lovely landscapes is the vast array of covered bridges in Kentucky. A great many of them were built in the 1800s and are on the National Register of Historic Places. There's nothing like taking a relaxing drive through the countryside and going through a beautiful piece of history. Taking a stroll through Bennett’s Mill Covered Bridge in Kentucky is like walking through history.

Bennett’s Mill Covered Bridge was built in the bucolic Kentucky countryside near South Shore sometime around 1855.

Listed on the National Register of Historic Places and recognized by the Kentucky Historical Society, this bridge is a local landmark and is one of the longest of its kind.

Many covered bridges in Kentucky have graffiti sprayed all over them, but this one is remote enough that it remains pristine and in excellent condition.

Stories and images regarding the history of this bridge can be found within its walls as you stroll through, making it very much like you’re walking through history.

Whether you walk through this bridge in the warmth of summer or during the middle of winter, it is sure to be a memorable experience.

Next time you’re driving through the northeastern Kentucky countryside, make sure to pay a visit to this lovely old bridge and get a taste of rural Kentucky history.

Have you ever walked through Bennett’s Mill Covered Bridge in Kentucky? Do you have any favorite covered bridges in Kentucky? Let us know about your favorite covered bridges in the comments. If you like covered bridges, take this road trip to see several more covered bridges in the Bluegrass State.