Albany, Oregon is our destination for tours of the Covered Bridges of Oregon. Oregon’s first covered bridges were constructed in the mid-1800s as pioneers settled the region. The bridges were built from wood as it was plentiful. To avoid hauling the lumber, it was often felled nearby and the boards hand-hewn on-site. Roofs helped delay weather’s toll on the wooden supports and planks. Over time, new roads bypassed the former routes and modern concrete and steel bridges replaced wooden spans, and Oregon’s covered bridges started to be neglected. However, these romantic landmarks still stirred the hearts of locals and their historic value was recognized. In 1989 the Oregon Covered Bridge Program was developed to preserve Oregon’s remaining covered bridges.

The dates for our tour are specifically planned so that those of you who are interested in attending the 2025 Modoc Tour will be able to drive to Alturas on Sunday, September 14 as the Modoc Tour will be held September 15-19, 2025.