Philippi bridge

Historic covered bridge built in 1852 still carries traffic

Remarkable structure, built in 1852. Was the site of the first land battle in the Civil War, and somehow escaped burning by either side. Unproven legend says Lincoln and Grant met on the bridge to dis...

Historic covered bridge built in 1852 still carries traffic

Remarkable structure, built in 1852. Was the site of the first land battle in the Civil War, and somehow escaped burning by either side. Unproven legend says Lincoln and Grant met on the bridge to dis...

Amazing craftsmanship

We thought the walkway was inside the bridge, it wasnt. But this is still something to see and walk across. Make sure to see the memorials on both sides of the river at the end of the walkway.

Amazing craftsmanship

We thought the walkway was inside the bridge, it wasnt. But this is still something to see and walk across. Make sure to see the memorials on both sides of the river at the end of the walkway.

Wonderful trip to see this bridge

My husband and I made a little over-night trip to go see this bridge since we live about 4 hours each way to go see it. It was totally worth the trip. Lots of things to see in the area. This bridge ...