National Forest Covered Bridge Scenic Byway

How to Visit Cottage Grove, Oregon, the ‘Covered Bridge Capital of the West’

"Oregon’s first designated scenic bikeway is a roughly 36-mile route that gives cyclists an up-close look at a string of historic covered bridges, many of which only allow pedestrians to cross; it’s a popular way to experience the bridges and the surrounding lakes and countryside." - Evie Carrick Evie Carrick Evie Carrick is a writer and editor who’s lived in five countries and visited well over 50. She now splits her time between Colorado and Paris, ensuring she doesn't have to live without skiing or L'As du Fallafel. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines