Clarks Ferry Bridge

Clarks Ferry Bridge is a road crossing that carries US Routes 22 and 322 over the Susquehanna River near Duncannon. It spans across the water with four lanes and serves as a main passage for vehicles traveling between the two riverbanks in Dauphin County.

The first bridge at this crossing opened in 1828 and was built from over a million board feet of white pine lumber. Before this structure, the site served as a ferry operation starting in 1788 when Daniel Clark established his service to help travelers cross the river.

The crossing here has long served as a passage point where people moved between the river's banks, shaping settlement patterns in the region. Today it remains a practical link that connects communities on both sides of the water.

The crossing is open year-round to traffic, though volume can be heavy during daytime hours. Upcoming maintenance work over the next few years may cause occasional delays, so plan accordingly if you are traveling through this area.

The site connects two major recreation trails, as both the Appalachian Trail and BicyclePA Route J pass through this crossing. This makes it a notable meeting point where long-distance hikers and cyclists converge while traveling across the Susquehanna.

Location: Pennsylvania

GPS coordinates: 40.39970,-77.00910

Latest update: December 12, 2025 17:49