Sometimes, all it takes to visit the past is to cross a river. Wisconsin has a small but precious collection of covered bridges and they transport visitors to a time of horses and buggies. These old bridges are timeless and beautiful and a worthy target for an adventure. All you need to a tank of gas and the desire to experience something extraordinary. Here are three bridges you can visit on a driving tour of Wisconsin’s Northwoods. In addition to exploring Waupaca Covered Bridge, you’ll also experience the other famous covered bridges in Wisconsin.

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Once you’ve explored Wisconsin’s scenic covered bridges, here are some beautiful backroads drives you might want to explore. And, speaking of road trips, don’t forget to check out our ultimate road trip essentials packing list!

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How many covered bridges are there in Wisconsin?

Whether you're fascinated by the architecture or researching "covered bridges near me" in Wisconsin, you're likely curious: just how many covered bridges are there in Wisconsin? As of 2023, there are 5 covered bridges in Wisconsin, which include:

  • Cedarburg Covered Bridge in Ozaukee County
  • Red Mill Covered Bridge (Waupaca Covered Bridge) in Waupaca County
  • Smith Rapids Covered Bridge in Price County
  • Springwater Volunteer Covered Bridge in Waushara County
  • Stonefield Village Covered Bridge in Grant County

 

Of all of the above covered bridges, the oldest is the Cedarburg Covered Bridge, which was built in 1876. The second-oldest covered bridge in Wisconsin is the Stonefield Village Covered Bridge, which was built in 1962.

What are the best family-friendly destinations in Wisconsin?

If you're planning to travel with the kiddos around Wisconsin, you'll be pleased to hear that there's a lot to discover! Below you'll find a list of some of our favorite family-friendly destinations in Wisconsin:

  • Blue Harbor Resort - Sheboygan
  • Lake Lawn Resort - Delavan
  • Timber Ridge Lodge and Waterpark - Lake Geneva
  • The Osthoff Resort - Elkhart Lake
  • Vista Royalle Campground - Bancroft
  • Pine View Campground - Sparta
  • Plymouth Rock Campground - Plymouth
  • Stoney Creek Resort - Osseo
  • Sunrise Lodge - Land O'Lake
  • Hickory Hills Campground - Edgerton

 

Learn more about exploring these family-friendly destinations in Wisconsin.

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