4 Covered Bridges to Visit Near Ohio’s Amish Country
Written by Terrance Davis
Terrance writes for The White Oak Inn, sharing vacation planning tips, travel insights, local things to do, and property highlights to help guests make the most of their time in Ohio’s Amish Country.
One of the most enjoyable things you can do when you take a trip to Ohio’s Amish Country is take a scenic drive through Holmes and Knox County. The continuously winding roads taking you through charming, local Amish towns create amazing scenery to explore without worrying about directions. Along the way, depending on how long you’re looking to travel, there are quite a few local architectural marvels, with many distinct covered bridges throughout one of the world’s largest Mennonite communities. During your next scenic drive through Amish Country, take a pass through some of these covered bridges in the area, including historic structures and modern bridges inspired by traditional techniques.
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In this Blog:
- Bridge of Dreams
- Spellacy Covered Bridge
- Mohican State Park Covered Bridge
- Jonas Stutzman Covered Bridge
- Plan a Covered Bridge Driving Tour Through Ohio
- Book a Stay in Ohio’s Amish Country
- FAQs on Ohio’s Covered Bridges
Bridge of Dreams
Our first bridge is a must-see for White Oak Inn guests. Located in Knox County, it is also the closest. Ohio’s second-longest covered bridge was originally built as a railroad bridge in the 1920s, then covered in 1998 with the help of local Amish artisans. The 370-foot-long bridge can be found in Brinkhaven, right along the Mohican Valley Trail, giving you great views of the Mohican River as you pass by.
Spellacy Covered Bridge
Over in Holmes County, you will find this very recently constructed bridge. Opened in 2023, the Spellacy Covered Bridge also sits along the Mohican Scenic Byway towards Loudonville. The bridge has two vehicle lanes and covered walkways that offer excellent photo opportunities.
Mohican State Park Covered Bridge
Keeping things by Loudonville, this is the bridge you’ll want to visit if you’re looking to throw some hiking into your scenic drive. Built in 1968, it uses local hardwood and serves as a trailhead in Mohican State Park. Stick around near this bridge to explore local treasures like Clear Fork Gorge and Lyon’s Falls.
Jonas Stutzman Covered Bridge
This is the farthest and smallest bridge on our list, best suited for visitors already heading toward Walnut Creek. Named for an early Amish settler, the bridge features local materials and traditional timber craftsmanship.
Plan a Covered Bridge Driving Tour Through Ohio
If you plan to route a trip through the area’s covered bridges, we suggest starting around Danville or Brinkhaven to stop by the Bridge of Dreams before heading northeast towards the Spellacy Covered Bridge and Mohican State Park. If you have time to spare, you can continue over to Walnut Creek—about an hour away from White Oak Inn.
Book a Stay in Ohio’s Amish Country
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FAQs on Ohio’s Covered Bridges
Which covered bridge near Knox County can you drive across?
The Spellacy Covered Bridge and Mohican State Park Covered Bridge are suited for vehicle traffic. The Bridge of Dreams is reserved for trail users, including pedestrians, cyclists, horseback riders, and Amish buggies.
What makes the Bridge of Dreams unique?
The Bridge of Dreams spans about 370 feet across the Mohican River, making it Ohio’s second-longest covered bridge. It was originally a railroad bridge, later covered, and incorporated into the Mohican Valley Trail.
Are the covered bridges near Ohio’s Amish Country historic?
Bridges in the area vary in age. The Bridge of Dreams began as a 1920s railroad bridge, while the Mohican State Park and Spellacy bridges are newer structures inspired by traditional covered-bridge design.