Covered Bridges can be found scattered all over New York. When you visit one of these historic bridges, it is like stepping back in time. While a large concentration of These bridges are located in the Catskill Region, there are bridges located all over the state. Not all the bridges on our list are historical but they are all beautiful.
I haven’t visited all of these bridges… yet. I am working my way through this list (hopefully, just like you!)
I have provided GPS locations to all the bridges (The name of the bridge is a Google map link.) Happy exploring!
Buffalo/Niagara Region
Cannon Covered Bridge – 624 Schoellkopf Rd, Cowlesville (Wyoming County)
Constructed: 2022
Length: 135 Ft.
Note Worthy: This recently built covered bridge is named in memory for US Army Sgt. Charles R Cannon, who grew up in Cowlesville. Cannon served in the 35th Engineering Battalion, Co. C, constructing roads and bridges in Europe, and was killed during WWII.
Allegany Region
Thomas E. Kelly Bridge – Allegany State Park (Cattaraugus County)
Constructed: 1989
Length: 110 Feet
Note Worthy: This covered bridge is located in Allegany State Park in the Red House Area.
Finger Lakes Region
Newfield Bridge – 20 Bridge St, Newfield(Tompkins County)
Constructed: 1853
Length: 115 Feet
Note Worthy: Newfield Bridge is the last remaining of the three covered bridges built in Tompkins County.
Adirondacks Region
Jay Bridge – 93 John Fountain Rd, Jay (Essex County)
Constructed: 1857
Length: 160 Feet
Note Worthy: A truck fell through the bridge in 1953, requiring half of the bridge to be repaired. Jay Bridge has been restored but is now only a pedestrian bridge.
Eagleville Bridge – 173 Eagleville Rd, Cambridge (Washington County)
Constructed: 1858
Length: 101 Feet
Note Worthy: Listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1978.
Kissing Bridge – 137 Montcalm St, Ticonderoga (Essex County)
Constructed: 1994
Note Worthy: This bridge is known for being a romantic spot, hence the name “Kissing Bridge.”
Slate Covered Bridge – 17 Water St, Granville (Washington County)
Constructed: 2000
Length: 120 Feet
Note Worthy: Granville, NY, is known as the Slate Capital of the World because of its numerous slate quarries. This bridge connects pedestrian traffic to the Slate Museum.
Old Forge Bridge – 3142 NY-28, Webb (Herkimer County)
Constructed: 1987
Length: 66 Feet
Note Worthy: This covered bridge is located in the heart of Old Forge, where all the tourist attractions are. This is a pedestrian bridge.
Central Region
Salisbury Center Bridge – 364, 360 Fairview Rd, Dolgeville (Herkimer County)
Constructed: 1875
Length: 50 Feet
Note Worthy: Added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1972.
Hyde Hall Bridge – Glimmerglass State Park, Cooperstown (Otsego County)
Constructed: 1825
Length: 53 Feet
Note Worthy: Hyde Hall Covered Bridge is the oldest covered bridge in New York and the second oldest covered bridge in the United States. Hassenplug Bridge in Pennsylvania is reported to be the oldest – although they were built in the same year, so it’s a coin toss.
Erwin Covered Bridge – Erwin Park, 13354 NY-12, Boonville, (Oneida County)
Constructed: 2005
Length: 70 Feet
Note Worthy: This covered bridge has an additional walkway along the side (like a mini-covered bridge.)
Catskill Region
Fox Creek Bridge (also known as Schoharie Bridge) – 145 Fort Rd., Schoharie (Schoharie County)
Constructed: 1982
Length: 115 Feet
Note Worthy: This bridge isn’t considered “authentic” because the bridge is made of concrete and finished to appear like it is made of wood. This is a pedestrian only bridge.
Downsville Covered Bridge – 15500 NY-30, Downsville (Delaware County)
Constructed: 1854
Length: 174 Feet
Note Worthy: Added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1999. There is also a beautiful park around this bridge worth visiting.
Blenheim Bridge – Route 30, North Blenheim (Schoharie County)
Constructed: 1855
Length: 232 Feet
Note Worthy: This is the longest covered bridge in New York. There is some debate over whether this is also the longest covered bridge in the world. The Bridgeport Covered Bridge in California is a close rival, in size and span.
Bendo Bridge (Also known as Willowemoc Covered Bridge) 68 Conklin Hill Rd, Livingston Manor (Sullivan County)
Constructed: 1860
Length: 48 Feet
Note Worthy: This bridge was originally at another location and moved to it’s current location in 1913. The renovations and changes on the bridge disqualifies it for the National Register of Historic Places.
Halls Mills Bridge – Hunter Rd Spur #39A, Claryville (Sullivan County)
Constructed: 1912
Length: 119 Feet
Van Tran Flat Bridge – Covered Bridge Rd, Livingston Manor (Sullivan County)
Constructed: 1860
Length: 117 Feet
Note Worthy: This is the oldest covered bridge in Sullivan County. Has been known by several names, such as Motts Flats Bridge, Livingston Manor Covered Bridge, and Van Trans Bridge.
Ashokan Bridge – 477 Beaverkill Rd, Olivebridge (Ulster County)
Constructed: 1889
Length: 62 Feet
Note Worthy: Listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2000. There is a fee to visit the Ashokan Center.
Fitches Bridge – 1456 Co Rd 18, Delhi (Delaware County)
Constructed: 1870
Length: 100 Feet
Note Worthy: Added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1999.
Mill Brook Covered Bridge – Mill Brook Rd, Margaretville (Ulster County)
Constructed: 1902
Length: 66 Feet
Note Worthy: Added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1999. Was originally called Grant Mill Bridge, was renamed in 2002. The bridge was taken out of service in 1964. The bridge was restored in the 1990s by the original builders decendents.
Hamden Bridge – 6735 Basin Clover Rd, Hamden (Delaware County)
Constructed: 1859
Length: 125 Feet
Note Worthy: Listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1999. There is a lovely historical park with places to picnic and enjoy beautiful views of the river.
Friendship Manor Bridge – Pine Hill, Town of Shandaken (Ulster County)
Constructed: 1992
Length: 72 Feet
Note Worthy: Located at the entrance of the Catskill Park.
Myers Bridge – Dry Brook Road, Hardenburgh (Ulster County)
Constructed: 1990
Length: 47 Feet
Beaverkill Bridge – 3 Ragin Rd, Roscoe (Sullivan County)
Constructed: 1865
Length: 98 Feet
Note Worthy: This bridge sits on one of the best fly fishing rivers in New York. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2007. There is a beautiful day use area along the River.
Capital Region
Buskirk Bridge – 10 Co Rd 59, Buskirk (Washington County)
Constructed: 1850
Length: 158 Ft.
Note Worthy: Listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1978.
Rexleigh Bridge – Rexleigh Road, Salem (Washington County)
Constructed: 1874
Length: 107 Feet
Note Worthy: Added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1978.
Shushan Bridge – 1022 Co Rd 61, Shushan (Washington County)
Constructed: 1858
Length: 161 Feet
Note Worthy: This bridge is a free museum. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1978.
Copeland Bridge – 46 North Shore Road, Edinburg (Saratoga County)
Constructed: 1879
Length: 35 Feet
Note Worthy: Copeland Bridge is the only bridge with Queenspost truss construction in New York. This also the last existing covered bridge in Saratoga County. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1998.
Hudson Valley Region
Perrine’s Bridge – NY-213, New Paltz (Ulster County)
Constructed: 1844
Length: 138 Feet.
Note Worthy: The only surviving bridge with Burr Arch Truss construction. It is also second oldest covered bridge in New York.
Have you visited any of these covered bridges? Which was your favortite? We would love to hear from you. Please leave us a comment below.
