Gilpin's Falls Covered Bridge stretches across North East Creek in Cecil County, originally constructed by bridgewright Joseph George Johnson in 1861.

The historic bridge spans a length of 119 feet and showcases lovely Burr arch styling and wooden trusses. It was erected just upstream of Samuel Gilpin's mills and dam at the time of its construction.

Though it is closed to vehicular traffic today, it was restored to its historic condition in 1959 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places, open to the public as a pedestrian bridge for foot traffic today.

Visitors can view its unique architectural elements, including sheltering clapboard walls, king-post trusses, and arched timber beams as they walk across the state's longest remaining covered wooden bridge.

North East Rd, North East, MD 21901

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