Bridgeton Covered Bridge, Covered bridge in Parke County, United States.
The Bridgeton Covered Bridge stretches 245 feet across Big Raccoon Creek, featuring a Burr Arch 2 Span design with sandstone block foundations.
Built in 1868 for $10,200, this wooden structure was destroyed by arson in 2005 and reconstructed in 2006 through community efforts.
The bridge stands as a central element of the annual Parke County Covered Bridge Festival, drawing visitors from throughout Indiana and neighboring states.
The bridge maintains a width of 13 feet and clearance of 12 feet, allowing pedestrians to cross while viewing the surrounding natural environment.
This structure represents one of 31 covered bridges in Parke County, making it part of the largest concentration of covered bridges in North America.
Location: Parke County
Inception: 1868
Website: http://coveredbridges.com/poi/bridgeton-covered-bridge-8
GPS coordinates: 39.64939,-87.17623
Latest update: September 23, 2025 16:45
Indiana offers diverse natural and cultural sites across its counties. Visitors can explore limestone caves, historic mansions, state parks, and museums. The state features waterfalls, including Cataract Falls, the largest by volume in Indiana. Historic buildings display Greek Revival and 19th-century architecture. Notable attractions include working steam trains, military collections, art museums, and cultural centers. Natural areas contain limestone formations, forests, and cave systems.
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