Perrine's Bridge

Perrine's Bridge is a covered bridge that carries people and goods across the Wallkill River with a timber frame design typical of its era. The roof and wooden sides protect travelers from the weather, while the interior displays an intricate lattice pattern and arch supports.

The bridge was constructed in the mid-1800s to meet growing transportation needs in Ulster County. It connected farms and commercial areas that depended on river crossings for their daily commerce.

The bridge takes its name from James W. Perrine, an innkeeper whose establishment was once located nearby. Walking across it, visitors can see the careful woodworking techniques that shaped American bridge building in that era.

The bridge is located near New Paltz and accessible from Interstate 87, making it easy to visit. It welcomes pedestrians and cyclists who can continue onto adjacent trails and riverside paths.

Few visitors realize they are crossing one of the state's oldest surviving wooden bridges when they walk across it. Its age and continuing use by locals make it an overlooked piece of American engineering heritage.