Bridgeport Covered Bridge

Historic Bridgeport Covered Bridge

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(67) · Historical landmark in Penn Valley, United States
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The Bridgeport Covered Bridge is located in Bridgeport, Nevada County, California, southwest of French Corral and north of Lake Wildwood. It is used as a …

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Apr 2, 2023
My sister in law treated us to a visit here, and we enjoyed our experience a lot. She's a local, and mentioned that a bit ago, the bridge underwent some improvements. The bridge and the surround…Full review by Todd I
Oct 20, 2022
Lovely area. Great historical significance. Picnic areas and hiking trails. Swim in the Yuba River if you are adventurous.Full review by Minootravel
Apr 24, 2022
Beautiful butterflies and snakes along the river. Great hikes. The architecture of the bridge is breathtaking. Will revisitFull review by Casey R
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Constructed in 1862, the Bridgeport Covered Bridge is used as a pedestrian crossing over the South Yuba River. It is the longest clear singl…
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Facts

Opened:1862
Construction completed:1862
Architectural style:Howe truss with an auxiliary Burr Arch Truss
Total length:233 feet (71 m)

Questions & answers

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Are adults allowed to swim naked or sunbathe in the nude?
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Not in a state park. There are other places on the Yuba River where people go nice but this is too family oriented and heavily populated.
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Answer by Ally G · Oct 23, 2018
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Can I bring my dog there? If so can he go in the water and does he need to be on leash?
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Dog yes. Water yes. LeaSh yes.
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Answer by Ally G · Jul 31, 2018
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Can you fish there? Also can you barbecue?
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Yes, you can fish with a license and there are a few BBQ’s.
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Answer by Elenita D · Jul 24, 2018
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How's the water at the moment? I'd like to come swimming this year a little earlier than I usually go, in about 2 weeks. …
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How's the water at the moment? I'd like to come swimming this year a little earlier than I usually go, in about 2 weeks. Water rushing? Water still cold as heck?
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The water now is positively fabulous! Not cold, not rushing. Sorry this answer is 2 weeks too late but I just saw it.
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How do you get there
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The address is 17660 Pleasant Valley Rd, Penn Valley CA 95946
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Answer by Dawne M · Sep 10, 2017
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