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4 Cool Covered Bridges to Explore in Indiana

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Indiana has a bounty of historic covered bridges. If you’re traveling through the state this summer, consider making a short detour to one or more of these landmarks. (And mark your calendar for the second Friday in October to catch the annual Parke County Covered Bridge Festival and soak in the vibrant fall foliage.)

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Ramp Creek

Per the Indy Star, the Ramp Creek dual-lane bridge is the oldest bridge in the state. Constructed in 1838, it was almost destroyed in the 1930s, to make way for a Department of Transportation project. Thankfully, locals saved the bridge and relocated it to its current location in Brown County State Park. 

Bridgeton 

Though the original Bridegton bridge dated from 1868, it was unfortunately destroyed via arson in 2005. The community rebuilt it in 2006. This 267-foot bridge makes a great pit stop if you’re driving through Indiana this summer. Historic Bridgeton is also worth a stop if you need to grab a bite to eat and/or do a bit of shopping before hitting the road. 

Medora 

Per the Indy Star, the 434-foot-long Medora covered bridge is the longest covered bridge in the state. The current framework is the bridge’s original one, dating from 1875. Though closed to vehicular traffic, this bridge provides pedestrians with a quick stroll over the White River. 

 Moscow

The original Moscow bridge dated from 1886. The Rush County Heritage Inc. saved it from demolition in the 90s. Then in 2008, a tornado destroyed most of the structure. The community banded together to reconstruct the bridge and officially reopened it to the public two years later.

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News Sources: Only in Your State, Scenic USA, IndyStar, MedoraCoveredBridge.com, Indiana Landmarks

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