PARKE COUNTY COVERED BRIDGE FESTIVAL
Bus Tours
October 10-19, 2025
Every October, the Parke County Covered Bridge Festival brings visitors from near and far—and one of the best ways to experience it all is with a guided bus tour! Departing right from the Rockville Courthouse Square (Northwest corner at 36 & Market St.), these tours offer a comfortable ride with cushioned seats, heat, and air conditioning as you sit back, relax, and soak in the scenery. Each 3-hour tour highlights the beauty, history, and hidden gems of Parke County, giving you the chance to see far more than you could on foot. Buses depart at various times throughout the first nine days of the festival, making it easy to fit an unforgettable adventure into your visit!
Location & Hours
Guided Bus Tours depart from the Parke County Courthouse
116 W. High St.
Rockville, IN 47872
*Information booth located at the corner of Ohio St/US36 and Market St.
If you have questions regarding our bus tours, call 765-569-5226 or email
rhonda@coveredbridges.com.
*Routes are subject to change prior to and/or during the event.*
North Route (Yellow)
Discover the charm of Parke County’s northern treasures! This route takes you through the quaint town of Tangier, famous for its mouthwatering buried beef, and Bloomingdale, celebrated for its delicious apple butter. Along the way, you’ll see five historic covered bridges—West Union, Marshall, Rush Creek, Jackson, and a drive by view of Catlin—each offering its own story and scenic beauty.
South Route (Red)
Head south for a journey filled with small-town charm and rich tradition! Visit Montezuma, known for its savory hog roast, explore Mecca with its iconic one-room schoolhouse, and stop in Rosedale, where you can shop for unique finds at the civic center. This route also showcases five historic covered bridges—Sim Smith, Phillips, Mecca, Roseville, and Thorpe Ford—perfect for history lovers and sightseers alike
