300 S Ninth Street, Winterset, IA
Winterset’s historic city park, including Cutler-Donahoe Bridge and the Clark Tower outing.
Start at the City Park grounds before choosing how far to explore. The park contains Cutler-Donahoe Covered Bridge and the route toward Clark Tower. The tower road has seasonal and sunset closures; consult the tourism and city sources before planning that part of the visit.
Official visitor information · Details checked 2026-10-02. Check the official source for current hours, admission and closures.
Autumn in Iowa brings crisp air, brilliant gold and crimson leaves, and the perfect excuse for a scenic drive. While Madison County is famous for its collection of historic covered bridges, trying to rush through all six in one day can turn a fun outing into an exhausting chore. This relaxing day-trip itinerary is designed for families, couples, and photographers who want to appreciate the county’s famous landmarks at a comfortable pace. You will explore two of the most iconic rural bridges, enjoy an authentic 1920s soda fountain lunch on the historic Winterset square, navigate a stone maze, and climb a medieval-style tower for panoramic views of the colorful Middle River Valley.
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A historic covered bridge over North River northwest of Winterset.
A historic covered bridge southwest of Winterset in Madison County.
