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    Knights Ferry Covered Bridge

    4.7 (61 reviews)

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    Rebekah A.

    Cuteness alert! The location of this covered bridge is absolutely perfect, and it's in fantastic condition. This bridge is fun to walk across, take photos in, around, and of. The surrounding trails, park, and old building and power plant remains surrounding this bridge are eventful, interesting, and so fun to look at. 10/10 recommend stopping and checking it out if you're driving through the area. Note: parking lot charges $5 via kiosk to park, and closes at sunset.

    Terry T.

    When I saw this location listed for one of the Scott Kelby's Worldwide Photo Walks I was excited. I've wanted to go to this area and the clincher--it was a later in the day walk. I'll get up early for good light but if it is about a 2 hour drive to find it would discourage me. I would have to go the day before. The leader thought the light was better later in the day, and she was right The current 330 feet bridge was built in 1862; it is now a National Historic Landmark. It is the longest covered bridge in the US. I went in October and there wasn't much water flowing in Stanislaus, I was able to walk around the riverbank. I would encourage people if they are in the area to stop and walk across the bridge and then explore the area. You might even want to make a special trip to enjoy this area. As a side note Google Maps did not take me on the most direct route, although I enjoyed the drive you might want to look at a map before you go.

    Vincent D.

    Knights Ferry Here's our Story: I was staying in Oakdale, CA a few times a week back in 2018. At the time we ( My siblings) were taking care of my late Father. I didn't venture out anywhere, just looked around the area via Instagram & Yelp. I wanted to take my Pops somewhere but he was too weak to go anywhere. We talked about Knights Ferry and my Dad totally knew about this place. I was never was the outdoors type of person. But this place intrigued me so much. I wanted to do something nice for my dad, but unfortunately we didn't get the chance. 2020 Knights Ferry has been on my mind for the past two years. So I decided to take my children with me for Father's day 2020. I also brought my late Father with me. It was hella (In Nor CaL we say Hella a lot) packed. It was hella hard to find parking. But we got blessed to find parking close to the area. It's funny and we can laugh about it now. But the kids and I, saw pictures on instagram (Someone posted pictures of waterfalls that weren't there) and got pumped to see this waterfall. So we're walking around looking like stupid fools asking people where's this waterfall. Seriously we were on a mission, lol. So the locals didn't know of this said Waterfall, lol. Anywho, we had a blast searching for something that was there. Knights Ferry is pretty dope there's this covered bridge. There's history behind it, but I'm the wrong foo to give you the get down of the get down. When I was talking to "Forgetful Lettuce" her nickname I gave her (Bae) she told me she had carved her name in the bridge. I'll go look for it next time, we go. The kids and yours truly (VD) went to see what's up with these trails up in here. FrFr (For Reals) I'm super out of shape, so I couldn't hang. It was hella hot . None of us had a hat or I didn't think to bring sun screen lotion. We're a light skinned Latino Family, so we get hella burnt. It's all Gucci (Gucci means Good) we found a spot that was hella chill. The kids climbing rocks and getting in the water. It was our slice of heaven. We were taking pictures and enjoying the moment. I stepped back for a moment and just watched my children have fun. If you've been following me on YELP, then you know. My children are my everything. I'm a Father that does and not a Father that doesn't. We had a cool picnic, everything was occupied. So we just pulled out the ice chest. We ate right in front of our car. We sat on the ground, but that was all good. I was super happy because I was with my children. I had the best Father's day in my life that day. I had my beautiful family with me on that day. Also I had with my Dad with me. So it was like a double Father's day for me. Love you Dad and know your baby Boy. Missing you darn much. Everything I write is from my heart. "My children are my world and everything else in life is a bonus" "It only takes a moment to make a moment" "life is beautiful" "Enjoying the simple things in life" Sincerely VD

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    Doug C.

    The Knights Ferry Covered Bridge is a must see National Historic Landmark for anyone visiting this area. Built in 1863, it's the longest covered bridge in the United States and likely one of the best preserved. It crosses the Stanislaus River and according to research is 379 feet long. It's roughly 3/4 mile north of Highway 108 from the Kennedy Road turnoff. There is a nice little restaurant just down the road. That makes for a great place to park and have lunch before walking over to check out the bridge. I only mention this because otherwise the next available parking is further away. The restaurant doesn't mind as long as you are a customer. I do not suggest parking there just to check out the bridge and not grabbing a bite at the restaurant. You could be towed. There are some decent views on and from both sides of the bridge as well as some easy hiking trails and fishing access.

    Jocelyn C.

    This review is strictly about taking event photos here.... We were scheduled to see our photographers to take our engagement photos here April 2017. Great time to take photos, because the grass was nice & green!! Photographers were actually scared it would rain, but we took a shot going out there & it didn't rain!! Thank goodness... I do recommend taking your special occasion photos here & I don't mind coming back for another photography session for another special occasion. again.

    February 7, 2021 This is review number fifty one. Not wanted watch Super Bowl Fifty Five. We saw this place on KQED Channel Nine with Huell Howser and Rob On The Road. It is in town Knight's Ferry of Stanislaus County. Sales tax is 7.825 percent. Beautiful trails. The bridge. Took us eight minutes walk across. There are exhibit signs. We walked it two times. The town has two historic fire houses, some restaurants, an one room school house, Visitor Center, an ice cream place, even one church or two churches. There are picnic tables. I purchased three post cards, cost three dollar twenty five cents with tax. We spent close to three hours. That was hiking, walking on the bridge, looking around the town.

    Aimee A.

    Great landmark at the Knights Ferry recreation area. You can walk through the bridge and there is a visitors center nearby. Nice option (quick, easy) for families and kids. But, watch. Your. Children. Trails nearby.

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    Indira A.

    Beautiful place with beautiful views. This is a great place for hikes, Photoshoots, and enjoy the lake on a hot summer day.

    Korina Y.

    Cool covered bridge. I wanted us to be there all by ourselves but ended up with 4,000 other people lol. It happened to be the Peddlers Fair and apparently it's the biggest event in this little sleepy town. The covered bridge is built in 1856 and it's been refurbished but it's still pretty nice and picturesque. Because it was the peddlers fair day, there were vendors everywhere and couldn't really get good pictures. Parking was a nightmare. Avoid peddlers fair day if you want peace and quiet (4/29/2018). The old abandoned hydroelectric power house is pretty cool. Looks like a jail with bars on the windows. Too bad stupid idiots leave graffiti on this historic building smh... have some respect people, geez. There's an information center with exhibits inside. There are some brochures for points of interests in surrounding area and nice exhibits on wild animals and the history of Knights Ferry. The country road we took to get there was really pretty with green hills and blue sky. We walked into the little down town area and had ice cream at Knights Creamy. It's inside a historical building and very interesting place . Not to mention good ice cream.

    Michelle V.

    This is an awesome find going up towards Sonora/ Twain Harte off the highway! Great place to hike and explore. There is beautiful water and great to skip rocks and spend some hours with the kids. Bring lunch and when ya leave hit up the ice creamery on way out! Love it here peace and quiet

    Wow looks at that view
    Chalita H.

    This is my first time hiking.very beautiful.natural water.wild flowers are blooming I went the end of April 2019.not so hot .great activity for family.walk and enjoy all natural offer for views.bring water and snacks.camera and extra power bank.

    covered bridge is behind us.  :)
    Shirlz Y.

    This is definitely a hiking place. We couldn't really explore everything with our sons stroller, but what we saw we liked. :) Perfect area to swim and bbq.

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    Jassy P.

    OMG I'm so amazed by this place !! Located in Oakdale Knights ferry . Cute ass little town. I love it because it's different from what I'm use to. Came on a spontaneous adventure here with my cousin and her boyfriend. The place was beautiful and scenery was breath taking. It's a pretty easy hike and very enjoyable. As you walk the trail, you're able to see a flowing river. Nature was just too beautiful to not take pictures. Great to bring your family. BBQing is also available, hiking and bbq what's not to love?

    Covered bridge at Knight's Ferry.  You can walk or bike across it.

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    This is such a beautiful hike to hear the waterfall to see the beautiful mountains. Nature, I'll keep doing it again and again.

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    Yes, dogs are allowed as long as they are leashed & stay on the trail (though some people ignore this).

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