Add to my calendar

A Bridge to the Past - The History of Watson Mill Bridge

Saturday, Jun 1, 2024 (4 PM to 5 PM)

Join us to learn some of the fascinating history of Watson Mill Bridge built in 1885 by well known African American bridge builder Washington W. King. We’ll take a walk through the longest covered bridge in Georgia, stop at the overlook where the old mill once stood and end at the power plant ruins.

We'll meet near the parking lot next to the bridge (across the street from Picnic Shelter #3)
Admission: $3
Parking fee: $5
Event Phone: 706-783-5349

Location
Watson Mill Bridge State Park
650 Watson Mill Road
Comer, GA 30629

Directions

GPS Coordinates:

N 34.025000 | W -083.074983
Located 3 miles south of Comer off Highway 22.
Covered bridge has 9-foot maximum clearance. Equestrian campers need to use the park entrance off Highway 72 in Carlton, while traditional campers may use the park entrance off Highway 22 in Comer.


BLUE-A-1
Watson Mill Bridge State Park
650 Watson Mill Road
Comer, GA 30629 View Details


  34.025
Watson Mill Bridge State Park