Berlin, Pennsylvania
Built in 1870, Beechdale Bridge is a historic covered bridge featuring classic Burr arch truss construction—a design combining wooden arches with multiple kingpost trusses for exceptional strength. This engineering method was popular throughout Pennsylvania’s covered bridge heyday.
Current Status: Open to traffic
The bridge remains functional for vehicles, offering visitors an authentic experience of crossing a working 19th-century structure.
Visiting Tips:
– Best photographed in early morning or late afternoon when warm light illuminates the wooden interior
– Park safely off-road before walking through
– Fall foliage season provides stunning backdrop colors
– Listen for the distinctive rumble of wooden planks underfoot
A well-preserved example of Pennsylvania’s covered bridge heritage worth the detour.
Explore Nearby
- Laurel Hill State Park — State Park in Pennsylvania
- Casselman River Bridge State Park — State Park in Maryland
- Maryland state highways — Scenic Byway in Maryland
- Maryland highway system — Scenic Byway in Maryland
- South Hills — Public Land
