Spanning a scenic waterway near Tire Hill, Pennsylvania, Shaffer’s Bridge stands as a testament to 19th-century craftsmanship. Constructed in 1877, this historic covered bridge features the distinctive Burr arch truss design—a construction method combining wooden arches with traditional kingpost trusses for exceptional strength and durability.
The bridge remains open to traffic today, allowing visitors to experience crossing through its weathered timber portal just as travelers did nearly 150 years ago.
Visiting Tips: Arrive during golden hour for optimal photography, when warm light filters through the bridge’s openings and highlights the rustic red siding. The surrounding countryside offers excellent vantage points for capturing the full structure. Watch for oncoming vehicles when photographing from the roadway.
Explore Nearby
- Laurel Ridge State Park — State Park in Pennsylvania
- Laurel Summit State Park — State Park in Pennsylvania
- Lincoln Highway Heritage Byway — Scenic Byway in Iowa
- Lincoln Heritage Scenic Highway — Scenic Byway in Kentucky
- South Hills — Public Land
