4.5Penobscot Narrows Bridge and Observatory(925 reviews) - Simply Brilliant Bridge Over the Penobscot Rive Monday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Bridges • Observation Decks & Towers
The Tallest Bridge Observatory in the World (open to the public)! The Penobscot Narrows Bridge and Observatory is located in the heart of mid-coast Maine. The bridge spans the Penobscot River, linking the town of Prospect with Verona Island, just off Route 1 across from the town of Bucksport. Visitors can take the elevator 420 feet for breathtaking panoramic views of the nearby Maine coast and Fort Knox Historic Site.See more..
The Wiggly Bridge is a hidden gem located at the jetty crossing York River next to Barrells Millpond. The world's smallest suspension bridge, the site is well worth a visit. Once over the bridge, you can walk a 1.4 mile trail (Steedman Woods) through charming oak trees that stretch over the adjacent salt marshes. The spot is tranquil and a great place to spot shore birds. On the day of our visit, we saw a great blue heron fishing on the pond side of Steedman Woods. I highly recommend. Enjoy!See more..
A covered bridge built in 1872 that is said to be one of the most painted and photographed covered bridges in Maine.See more..
4.0Two Cent Bridge(56 reviews) - The grates and slight swaying are not for the faint of heart (or some dogs). Points of Interest & Landmarks • Bridges
This is a cool historic little footbridge! Great views of the river (of course), the nearby train trestle, the park, and some Winslow industrial buildings. Walking on the grates didn't bother me like they bother some other people, although I once had a Springer spaniel who had a phobia about grates and refused to walk on them. The bridge does actually sway a little, enough to give me a tinge of motion sickness, so I didn't go all the way across to Winslow AZ -- I mean Maine!See more..
4.5Babbs Covered Bridge(33 reviews) - New England covered bridge with a sad story. Points of Interest & Landmarks • Bridges
This is a replica of what used to be Maine's oldest covered bridge, built in 1840. The original bridge was burned by vandals in the early 1970s but was historically reconstructed in 1976. Vandals continue to abuse this poor bridge (they have nothing better to do?). In spite of it, though, it's a beautiful structure that spans the Presumpscot River. When we went, we saw a few guys fishing from the riverbank near it. Helpful hint: if you walk inside the covered bridge, be cautious of oncoming vehicles because the bridge is narrow and dark, even in the daytime, and they can't see you.See more..
4.5Hemlock Covered Bridge(25 reviews) - A Scenic Piece of Living History Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Bridges
After attending the Fryeburg Fair, we decided to find this covered bridge. It can be slow going on the dirt road, but it's worth it! The bride is in use, and you can drive over it. It's nestled off the beaten path so you don't have to worry about crowds. The bridge is a magnificent piece of living history, and very scenic. The Autumn colors helped make the experience even more fantastic. The river underneath is tranquil. You can walk inside the bridge and see it's unique architecture, and look out the windows cut in the wood. There is a place to pull off and park and a plaque which gives a brief history. You could have lunch here and it's a great photo opportunity, and romantic. Trash cans and tables, but no facilities. No fees.See more..
4.0The Wire Bridge(23 reviews) - The Historic New Portland Bridge Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Bridges
I’ve seen a lot of reviews about the lack of information on the bridge or how it’s not worth the trip. The Wire Bridge is a historic bridge in Maine and most likely, the only wire bridge of its kind IN THE WORLD. It was placed on the National Register in 1970 and is a focal point to the residents of NP as well as surrounding communities. It’s a fishing hole, a swim hole, a picnic area and a great place to soak up the sun or take unique pictures. It’s not a tourist trap or LL Bean...its a historic bridge, a one of a kind and a joy to those in the communitySee more..
4.0Skowhegan Riverwalk(17 reviews) - Outstanding Views of Kennebec River & Skowhegan Bridges • Hiking Trails
Views from this sturdy pedestrian bridge are outstanding. This bridge spans the Kennebec River about a block below the dam, opposite where US 201 and State Route 2 split downtown. Photographs of the cliffs along the downtown side of the river are awesome. My wife and I very much enjoyed taking time to stroll across the bridge and then back to downtown. We would not have noticed the beautiful park dedicated to veterans of many American wars had we not taken time to stroll across this bridge. On Memorial Day (25 May 2015), our visit to that veterans park was so moving. This is a very worthwhile stop while visiting downtown Skowhegan.See more..
4.5Perkins Cove Draw Bridge(15 reviews) - FUN MEMORY MADE! Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Bridges
This is a footbridge, operated by ordinary people passing by. When a boat needs it raised, they may just sound their horn to get someone to push the button. Run on up there, and do it! So much fun!!! You hold the button and the warning bell sounds. I know it's corny, but it's just good, ol' fashion FUN!!!See more..
4.5Lovejoy Bridge(8 reviews) - Interesting covered bridge! The shortest in Maine! Historic Sites • Bridges
I just happened to be in the area so I made sure to see the bridge while I was there. So glad I did! It’s a gorgeous little 19th century bridge in a very bucolic area! If you’re in the area, I’d highly recommend fitting it in, but i wouldn’t suggest going out of your way to see it as there are so many all over New England and there isn’t much else to visit in the area. The bridge has lovely red trim and appears to be perched on a couple of piles of rocks at either end. The river is slow-flowing with sandy beaches and is surrounded by gorgeous fall colors if you time it right! See more..
In our travels around Maine we found out about the Robyville Covered Bridge. It's a little difficult to find but not too bad. From Rt.15 turn onto Grant Rd. (there's a building with red roof) and then onto Covered Bridge Rd. Years ago the area had a gristmill. Where there is a gristmill a village will follow and so Robeyville was born. The covered bridge was built to go over the Kenduskeag River in Robeyville, which is in Corinth. The bridge, built between 1870 and 1872, is one of the only ones left that has shingles on the roof and sides. Robey was the last name of the man that bought the mill and the town grew after the purchase, thus the name. It's a short detour off the main road to see a piece of history. Take a little side trip if you're in the area.See more..
4.5Martin's Point Bridge(2 reviews) - “Graceful Bicyclist-Friendly Bridge Spans the Presumpscot River” Monday: 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM Spent < 1 hour Points of Interest & Landmarks • Bridges • Scenic Walking Areas Finally, a bridge built with walkers and bicyclists in mind! Completed in 2014, the new Martin’s Point Bridge crosses the Presumpscot River from Falmouth to Portland. It replaces an older bridge (1943) that replaced another bridge (1868) that replaced the first bridge (1828) here. The new bridge is 1,403 feet (427.6 m) long. It’s a sleek and graceful, 10-span, steel and concrete structure. It has multi-use paths on either side of its traffic lanes. It also has two decks for observing river wildlife. Plaques explain the bridge’s history. A large sculpture of an osprey and its nest is on the bridge’s northern end. The bridge is viewable from the northerly beach of 100-acre (40.5 ha) Mackworth Island State Park (fees). It’s also viewable from the looping, paved 0.25-mile (0.4 km) Martin’s Point Trail, where bridge fans can find parking. The bridge’s observation decks, plaques, and sculpture – as well as the engineering – all make it worth a look.See more..
4.0Parsonsfield-porter Covered Bridge(1 review) - Beautiful Historic Bridge Has Seen Better Days Bridges This 152-foot (46.3 m), Paddleford through truss, covered bridge (built 1876, renovated 1999) crossed the Ossippee River. I saw no road signs for it. Limited roadside parking was beside a dirt road off ME 160. Mindless graffiti marred most of the bridge’s interior. It was closed to traffic. Bicyclists and walkers could cross it. The most photogenic view was from ME 160 on its newer highway bridge. As one of Maine’s nine remaining covered bridges, this was easily worth a stop if already in the area, but it wasn’t worth a special trip. I liked almost all that I saw here, except all the graffiti.See more..
4.0Bennett-bean Covered Bridge(1 review) - Picturesque Covered Bridge in the Rangeley Lakes Region Bridges This photogenic, 98-foot (30 m) long, one-lane, Paddleford truss covered bridge over the Magalloway River, built in 1898 and rehabilitated in 2004, was closed to through traffic. Access was down a dirt road through a camping area off ME 16. A sign alerted drivers of its location. The bridge appeared to be in good condition. The site had no amenities. I found no interpretive panels about the bridge. A sign on the bridge did indicate its name and year built. Parking was on the roadside. I liked all that I saw here; I disliked nothing.See more..
