Willow Hill Covered Bridge is a pedestrian-only covered bridge in the Lancaster, Pennsylvania area, identified by Discover Lancaster. It makes a compact local stop, about a 13-minute walk from Classic Inn Lancaster.
- Location: Lancaster area, Pennsylvania
- Access: Pedestrians only
- Bridge type: Burr arch-truss
Where the bridge is
Willow Hill Covered Bridge stands in the Lancaster area, at 40.024424, -76.201528. HistoricBridges.org identifies it as bridge 38-36-43.
As a pedestrian-only bridge, it is a place to approach on foot rather than drive across.
A brief look at the bridge and its setting
Willow Hill is a Burr arch-truss bridge over a branch of Mill Creek. Its total length and span length are both 72.5 feet.
Completed in 1962, the bridge incorporated parts from Miller's Mill and Daniel Good's Fording, two former Lancaster County bridges. It was built from salvaged materials from nearby farms' bridges and spans the Conestoga Creek.
Access and safe photography
Willow Hill is open to pedestrians, so plan to explore the bridge on foot rather than treat it as a vehicle crossing.
For photographs, keep to places where you can stand safely and leave the approach clear. Before you go, check the official site for current access and parking details.
When to include it in a Lancaster outing
The bridge can fit into a wider Lancaster-area outing. If you're planning a family visit, a day at Dutch Wonderland is another local itinerary topic to consider.
Keep the bridge visit focused on its pedestrian crossing and salvaged construction.
For time in town, the Lancaster city centre guide covers a different side of the area.
FAQs
Can you drive across Willow Hill Covered Bridge?
No. Willow Hill is pedestrian-only.
What kind of bridge is Willow Hill?
It is a Burr arch-truss bridge. Its total length and span length are both 72.5 feet.
When was Willow Hill Covered Bridge completed?
The bridge was completed in 1962 and used parts from two former Lancaster County bridges: Miller's Mill and Daniel Good's Fording.