You'll Want to Cross these 10 Amazing Covered Bridges in Maine
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Michelle
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There’s something so romantic about the beautiful covered bridges in Maine. Whether surrounded by autumn’s cacophony of colors or shrouded in snow, covered bridges immediately make us think of country road trips in Maine. Many states have them, but we do them best! Check out these amazing covered bridges in ME and start planning a trip to see them — in every season!
Babbs Bridge, Windham, ME 04062, USA
Sitting over the Presumscot River, Babb's Bridge connects Gorham and Windham. The Windham Historical Society website shares more information about one of the best Maine covered bridges.
Lincoln Plantation, ME 03579, USA
Built in 1898 over the Magalloway River, the lumber for construction was sourced in Upton and brought by boat from 25 miles away! Find out more about this fascinating structure on the Bennett Bridge web page.
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Davis Park, Bethel, ME 04217, USA
A fairly modern bridge, as covered bridges go, this one was built In 2001 by William Dunton. The trailhead for this hike is located in Davis Park. Learn more about the covered bridges near me on Tripadvisor’s website.
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12 N Rd, Bethel, ME 04217, USA
Designed by the same builder as the Bethel Walking Bridge, the Big Adventure Covered Bridge is the 12th hole of the mini golf course with the same name. Check out the photos on the Big Adventure Mini Golf Facebook page.
Guilford, ME, USA
Low's Bridge was originally built in 1857 over the Piscataquis River but was washed away in a flood in April 1987. The bridge was rebuilt in 1990 on the original abutments and is located about three miles down river from the center of Guilford. Discover more about covered bridges in ME on the Low's Bridge web page.
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Hemlock Bridge, East Fryeburg, Fryeburg, ME 04037, USA
The Hemlock Bridge was built in 1857 and spans the Saco River. There have been a number of improvements since then, making this one of the most beautiful (and sturdy!) in Maine.
Sunday River Bridge, Sunday River, Newry, ME 04261, USA
Built in 1872, the Sunday River Bridge is also known as "Artist's Bridge" due to its common use in photographs and art. It's easy to see why! In 1958 it was closed to traffic when another bridge was built nearby but it's still worth a sightseeing visit.
Parsonsfield-Porter Covered Bridge, 51 Kezar Mountain Rd, Parsonsfield, ME 04047, USA
The Porter-Parsonsfield Bridge was built in 1859 to connect the two towns of the same name. The bridge spans the Ossipee River but was closed to traffic in 1960 when another bridge was built nearby.
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Lovejoy Bridge, Andover, ME 04216, USA
Built in 1868, the Lovejoy Bridge spans the Ellis River and is Maine's shortest covered bridge. Read the reviews with photos on Tripadvisor’s website.
Robyville Bridge, Covered Bridge Rd, Corinth, ME 04427, USA
Built in 1876, the Robyville Bridge crosses the Kenduskeag Stream. It is a Howe truss bridge, consisting of chords, verticals, and diagonals, and one of the last remaining covered bridges near me with shingles on the roof and sides.
There are certainly other gorgeous covered bridges in Maine. Where are some of your favorites? And for those planning to take a day trip, we have some awesome suggestions in our The Ultimate Road Trip Packing List to help you make sure you’ll have everything you need for your journey.
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Rural Towns In Maine
What are the best small rural towns to visit in Maine?
Here is a list of 12 small towns in rural Maine that are downright delightful.
- Vinalhaven, Knox County: For those liking adventures, the town of Vinalhaven is only accessible by ferry from Rockland. It picturesquely sits on the Fox Islands in the center of Penobscot Bay. And we love the fresh lobster here, as it's Maine's second-most lucrative lobstering fleet. But the best part just may be the sight of the colorful boats lingering in the water. Enjoy the parks, history, and rich events here, along with the interesting history available from the Vinalhaven Historical Society website.
- Patten, Penobscot County: This historic town became one of the most notable towns on the Penobscot River in the 19th century due to the lumber industry. While we're there, the Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument is worthy of a visit. The vast 87,500-acre landscape offers unforgettable views of Mount Katahdin. Discover the waters, birds, flowers, and wildlife offered in this exquisite space.
- Sebec, Piscataquis County: This oldest town in Piscataquis County, founded in 1812, is located at the easternmost end of the approximately 6,000-acre Sebec Lake. In addition to this lovely body of water, the town offers ponds some of which are stocked with brook trout, so bring some fishing gear.