One of the greatest things about living in Alabama is getting to experience all four seasons. Even though each season is beautiful in its own way, there’s something quite special about celebrating fall here in the Yellowhammer State.

Alabama is home to many places that are great for visiting during the fall season. In fact, several of them are perfect for a day trip this time of year. One of these places in particular is Alabama’s Clarkson Covered Bridge and its surrounding park. For information about this day trip destination, take a look below.

Alabama's Clarkson Covered Bridge (or Clarkson-Legg Covered Bridge) is located in Cullman and is one of the city's most popular outdoor attractions.
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Originally built in 1904, this historic covered bridge, which measures 270 feet in length, is one of the Yellowhammer State's oldest covered bridges. Spanning Crooked Creek, Clarkson Covered Bridge is also part of a county park.
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Thanks to its amenities, including hiking trails and multiple picnic tables, this park is the perfect destination for a fall day trip.
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In addition to the park's Clarkson Covered Bridge, hiking trails, and picnic tables, there's also a working grist mill and a...
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...dogtrot log cabin on the property. Both of these structures have been beautifully restored and will certainly take you back in time.
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If you happen to be in the Cullman area this fall, consider stopping by the city's Clarkson Covered Bridge and surrounding park. Because of the park's amenities and colorful foliage this time of year, it's the perfect spot for a day trip.
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For more information about Alabama's Clarkson Covered Bridge, click here.

Have you ever experienced Alabama’s Clarkson Covered Bridge up close and in person? If so, what did you think about it? Please share your thoughts with us in the comments below.

To experience even more historic covered bridges, you’ll want to take the Alabama Covered Bridges Day Trip.

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Clarkson Covered Bridge, 1240 Co Rd 1043, Cullman, AL 35057, USA