Welcome to Ashtabula County Covered Bridges
We’re so glad you’re here to explore and learn about our beautiful and historic covered bridges! Our county is home to 19 unique bridges, showcasing five different architectural styles: Howe truss, Pratt truss, Town lattice truss, Burr Arch, and Inverted Haupt truss.
Each bridge can be enjoyed through a scenic driving tour that takes you through the heart of our charming rural communities. At the center of this celebration is the Ashtabula County Covered Bridge Festival, held every year on the second weekend of October. The festival’s mission is to promote our county, support the preservation and maintenance of our historic bridges, and educate the public about their rich history—all in a fun, family-friendly setting.
Come visit the shortest and the longest covered bridges in the entire United States—both right here in Ashtabula County!
The 2025 Festival will be different than the past 40 years.
This year’s Covered Bridge Festival will be happening right at the bridges themselves—no central festival site. That means you can experience the fun where it all began! Most of the favorite activities will be at Harpersfield and Smolen Bridges, where there’s plenty of parking. You’ll find exciting food and activity opportunities at each bridge, with vendors and/or organizations ready to welcome you.
Thanks to the Ashtabula Township Park Commission, Riverview Bridge will also be a hub of activity. Crafters will line the walking trail down to the bridge, along with the always-popular displays and activities at the top parking lot.
Both Harpersfield and Smolen Bridges will come alive with strolling entertainment throughout the day.
We’re excited to be working with Metroparks and the Friends of the Harpersfield Bridge to bring you even more at the newly renovated bridge. Families can enjoy kids’ activities, help color a giant mural, hear speakers share fascinating history of the bridges and area, and shop for souvenirs at both locations.
Come hungry, come curious, and come ready to celebrate our historic bridges in a brand-new way!
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Our Partners
The Covered Bridge Festival is funded in part by the America 250- Ohio Commission.
Any views, findings, conclusions or recommendations expresses in this website do not necessarily represent those of the America 250 - Ohio Commission.
Ashtabula Covered Bridge Festival
25 West Jefferson Street, Jefferson, Ohio 44047, United States
Office Hours
Open today | 09:30 am – 03:00 pm |
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