Halls Mills Bridge

Halls Mills Bridge is a covered wooden bridge spanning the Neversink River in Claryville with a lattice truss design and six buttresses on each side. The structure rests on dry stacked stone abutments built directly into the riverbanks.

The structure was completed in 1912 by builders David Benton and James Knight, replacing an earlier bridge destroyed by flooding. This reconstruction was necessary to restore the crossing over the river in this rural region.

The bridge reflects the heritage of early settlers in the Upper Neversink Valley, guided by John Hall, a Quaker preacher. Today, visitors can sense this connection to the past while walking across the wooden structure.

Visitors can reach this bridge by following Hunter Road Spur Number 39A, with parking available about 200 meters from the structure. The walk is short and leads to a quiet riverside spot, good for a quick visit or photographs.

This bridge is one of only four remaining covered bridges in Sullivan County and showcases a rare lattice truss design that sets it apart from newer structures. The combination of historic craftsmanship and its natural setting makes it a notable example of early 20th-century rural infrastructure.

Location: New York

GPS coordinates: 41.89010,-74.58990

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:03