Covered bridges are undeniably charming – they’re also pretty rare. Lucky for us, there are several here in Wisconsin. And what better way to spend a day than exploring a few of them? If you agree, read on for all the details, gas up the car, and head out on what will surely be the most charming ride of your life.
Spanning 896 miles, this route will take just over 14 hours to complete – of course, that doesn’t take into account the time you’ll spend at each bridge.
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- Horton Covered Bridge
mimi1971/TripAdvisor Complemented by a flowing waterfall, this bridge in Amnicon Falls State Park is the perfect way to kick off your road trip. As historic as it is beautiful, it was designed by Charles M. Horton in the late 1800s and built in 1930.
Address: 4279 County Road U, South Range, WI 54874
- Clarence Covered Bridge
Friends of the Brodhead Senior & Community Center Campaign/Facebook Spanning Norwegian Creek, this bridge is located three miles north of Brodhead on the Sugar River Bike Trail. It was built in 1984; however, it has an old-fashioned feel – and that’s no coincidence since it’s a replica of the site’s original bridge, which was constructed in the mid-1800s.
Address: Decatur, WI 53520
- Glacial River Trail Covered Bridge
robcurtross/TripAdvisor This bright red bridge has got to be one of the most charming sites along the Glacial River Trail. You may think it resembles a barn, which probably has something to do with the fact that it was built with wood from an actual barn.
Address: County Line Road and Old Highway 26, Fort Atkinson, WI 53538
- Seven Bridges
Jason Daughenbaugh/Google Though only partially covered, Seven Bridges in Grant Park is too charming not to mention. Like something straight from a fairy tale, it features an inscription that reads, “Enter this wild wood and view the haunts of nature.” A great spot for some outdoor exploring, the bridge is the starting point of the Seven Bridges Trail.
Address: 100 Hawthorne Avenue, South Milwaukee, WI 53172
- Covered Bridge in Covered Bridge Park
Jonathan/Google Your day of exploring covered bridges wouldn’t be complete without visiting the state’s oldest, which dates back to 1876 and is located in Covered Bridge Park. The bridge was originally designed for vehicle traffic, but today it’s reserved solely for pedestrians.
Address: 1700 Cedar Creek Road, Cedarburg, WI 53012
- Springwater Volunteer Covered Bridge
Travis Lewallen/Google One of the state’s newer covered bridges, this one was built in 1997. However, despite its more-recent construction date, it still bears resemblance to bridges from years past – and that’s because it’s designed to look like the bridge originally located at the site. Absolutely picture-perfect in a setting to match, the bridge is a great visit any time of year.
Address: 24th Lane, Saxeville, WI 54976
- Red Mill Bridge
Greg McDonald/Google You’ll definitely want to spend some time at this bridge, which leads to The Red Mill, an eatery and gift shop housed in a grist mill from the 1800s. The grounds also include Chapel in the Woods, a lovely chapel and popular wedding venue, along with stunning natural features, such as Crystal River.
Address: N2190 County Road K, Waupaca, WI 54981
So, did you know about all of these covered bridges? Did we include your favorite covered bridge? Tell us in the comments section.
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Need to alter the route? Simply click on the link below the map.
mimi1971/TripAdvisor
Complemented by a flowing waterfall, this bridge in Amnicon Falls State Park is the perfect way to kick off your road trip. As historic as it is beautiful, it was designed by Charles M. Horton in the late 1800s and built in 1930.
Address: 4279 County Road U, South Range, WI 54874
Friends of the Brodhead Senior & Community Center Campaign/Facebook
Spanning Norwegian Creek, this bridge is located three miles north of Brodhead on the Sugar River Bike Trail. It was built in 1984; however, it has an old-fashioned feel – and that’s no coincidence since it’s a replica of the site’s original bridge, which was constructed in the mid-1800s.
Address: Decatur, WI 53520
robcurtross/TripAdvisor
This bright red bridge has got to be one of the most charming sites along the Glacial River Trail. You may think it resembles a barn, which probably has something to do with the fact that it was built with wood from an actual barn.
Address: County Line Road and Old Highway 26, Fort Atkinson, WI 53538
Jason Daughenbaugh/Google
Though only partially covered, Seven Bridges in Grant Park is too charming not to mention. Like something straight from a fairy tale, it features an inscription that reads, “Enter this wild wood and view the haunts of nature.” A great spot for some outdoor exploring, the bridge is the starting point of the Seven Bridges Trail.
Address: 100 Hawthorne Avenue, South Milwaukee, WI 53172
Jonathan/Google
Your day of exploring covered bridges wouldn’t be complete without visiting the state’s oldest, which dates back to 1876 and is located in Covered Bridge Park. The bridge was originally designed for vehicle traffic, but today it’s reserved solely for pedestrians.
Address: 1700 Cedar Creek Road, Cedarburg, WI 53012
Travis Lewallen/Google
One of the state’s newer covered bridges, this one was built in 1997. However, despite its more-recent construction date, it still bears resemblance to bridges from years past – and that’s because it’s designed to look like the bridge originally located at the site. Absolutely picture-perfect in a setting to match, the bridge is a great visit any time of year.
Address: 24th Lane, Saxeville, WI 54976
Greg McDonald/Google
You’ll definitely want to spend some time at this bridge, which leads to The Red Mill, an eatery and gift shop housed in a grist mill from the 1800s. The grounds also include Chapel in the Woods, a lovely chapel and popular wedding venue, along with stunning natural features, such as Crystal River.
Address: N2190 County Road K, Waupaca, WI 54981
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Address: 4279 County Rd U, South Range, WI 54874, USA
