Few sights are as classically charming as a rustic covered bridge. Whether you’re driving under the shade of one such bridge or simply admiring its quaint beauty from the outside, you’re sure to be delighted by the picturesque appearance of these beloved landmarks. We’re lucky to have a handful of covered bridges to visit. Follow this covered bridge trail in Michigan for a unique and charming road trip through the Mitten State.
Prepare for pure Michigan adventure, because this is one road trip you won't wanna pass up.
Start your tour at this bridge near Lowell, which spans 100 feet and has been a local attraction since 1871. It's one of just four Michigan covered bridges that remains open to vehicle traffic. As a spot on the National Register of Historic Places, lovers of history will adore this bridge and its connection to local innovation. Find it at 13944 Covered Bridge Rd NE, Lowell, MI 49331.
Continue your tour in Ada with this bridge, which carries foot traffic from Bronson Street across the Thornapple River. The original bridge opened in 1867 and was destroyed in a fire during the 1970s, but this reconstruction is as charming as its predecessor. Find it at 7490 Thornapple River Dr SE, Ada, MI 49301.
This bridge near Centreville crosses the St. Joseph River and is the longest wooden covered bridge in Michigan. It’s a perfect place to stop for photos and admire the water below. Plus, there's a lot of history here... this bridge opened in 1887! Visit it at21959 Schweitzer Rd, Three Rivers, MI 49093.
This iconic bridge in Frankenmuth has been a fixture in town since its construction in 1980. It’s a can’t-miss stop on your covered bridge tour. While this one is just barely shorter than the former stop on your bridge tour, it's of impressive size... and weighs 230 tons in total! Find it near Covered Bridge Ln, Frankenmuth, MI 48734.
This bridge on the Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive is a lovely landmark within Sleeping Bear Dunes. Drive through it or stop the car for a quick photo. Rumor has it that it's especially gorgeous in the fall. Visit it at Pierce Stocking Scenic Dr, Empire, MI 49630.
So, there you have it: the perfect route for visiting some of the state’s most fantastic covered bridges. Are you ready for the adventure to begin on this covered bridge trail in Michigan? Which of these pretty places is your favorite? Tell us in the comments!
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