Lowell Covered Bridge
I discovered Lowell Covered Bridge in December of 2021. The bridge is located in Lowell, Oregon and presides over Dexter Reservoir. I was immediately in awe of the beauty of the area.
Nikon D3400 12mm 100 ISO f/3.8, December 2021
The bridge was repurposed to a pedestrian bridge and Interpretive Center in 2006. The center has a variety of paved trails that allow users to view the bridge from the warmth of their vehicle or explore.
December 2021
In 2021, I arrived during the day. I quickly realized I was several hours too early to see the bridge decorated for the holidays. I waited a full year and returned to Lane County on December 18, 2022.
The Interpretive Center includes the history of all of Oregon’s covered bridges and Lowell’s history. The bridge in Lowell was originally built in 1907 and replaced in 1945. The center’s signage is informative on both the engineering and history. “The truss is the bridge’s backbone. It is the primary structural component of a covered bridge. The siding and roof protected the 1907 bridge for almost forty years.”
December 2022
The community of Lowell clearly loves their covered bridge and interpretive center. Every December they host a tree lighting. According to the City of Lowell, Oregon Facebook page the lighting includes carols, cookies, cocoa and Santa.
Lane County has a large concentration of covered bridges. If you are starting your covered bridge journey I would highly recommend starting at Lowell. “Lane County was one of the most prolific bridge building counties in Oregon, and today it has more covered bridges than any other county, sixteen of which are on the National Register of Historic Places.”
December 2022
October 2023
Lowell Covered Bridge Key
♿Accessible Parking
👟Inactive Bridge
🅿️Parking available
➡️ Bridges nearby - Pengra, Unity, and Office.
🛝Cannon Street Covered Bridge is located in Lowell, Oregon. It is a 20-foot pedestrian bridge which spans a ditch. If you are traveling with children it is a great spot to stop and stretch your legs.
📷My night photography skills are in development. I wish I had practiced with my settings prior to our trip. Nikon Tips for Night Photography
🎣Don’t forget your fishing pole.
