Herns Mill Historic Covered Bridge: A Journey Back in Time

Getting There

• Walking

  Start at the Lewisburg downtown area, specifically at the Lewisburg Visitor Center located at 200 W Washington St, Lewisburg, WV 24901. From the Visitor Center, head west on Washington Street towards N Court St. Turn right on N Court St and walk north until you reach Main St. Turn left onto Main St. Continue walking straight as it becomes Route 219 N. After about 1.5 miles, you will reach a fork in the road; keep to the right continuing on Route 219. Follow this road for approximately 2 miles. Look for Herns Mill Road on your right. Turn onto Herns Mill Road, and the bridge will be a short walk ahead on the left side.

• Biking

  Begin at the Lewisburg downtown area, specifically at the Lewisburg Visitor Center at 200 W Washington St. Rent a bike from a local bike rental shop if needed. Head west on Washington St, turn right on N Court St, and continue north until you reach Main St. Turn left onto Main St, which leads to Route 219 N. Follow Route 219 N for about 1.5 miles. At the fork in the road, stay to the right to continue on Route 219. After approximately 2 miles, turn right onto Herns Mill Road. The Herns Mill Historic Covered Bridge will be on your left shortly after turning.

• Public Transportation

  Check for local bus services that operate in Lewisburg and inquire if any routes serve the area around Route 219. If available, take the bus towards Route 219 N. Once you get off the bus at the nearest stop to Route 219, walk north on Route 219 until you see Herns Mill Road. Turn onto Herns Mill Road, and the bridge will be on your left. Always confirm the bus schedules and routes at the Lewisburg Visitor Center.