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Roseman Covered Bridge

Winterset, IA

History

The most famous of Madison County’s covered bridges, made widely known by the book and film The Bridges of Madison County. Reached on a gravel road.

Nearest town
Winterset, IA
Category
History & culture
GPS
41.2769, -94.1688
Editor's pick
★

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

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The most pleasant months are usually May and September. Still fine, with some compromises, in June and October. Cold, short days in December–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

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Nearby

Campsites nearby

  • Motorhome stopover · WintersetMotorhome stopover
    8 mi from Roseman Covered Bridge
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  • Motorhome stopover · WintersetMotorhome stopover
    9 mi from Roseman Covered Bridge
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  • Green Valley State Park CampgroundCampsite
    16 mi from Roseman Covered Bridge
  • Motorhome stopover · WintersetMotorhome stopover
    19 mi from Roseman Covered Bridge
    Motorhomes
  • Motorhome stopover · WintersetMotorhome stopover
    19 mi from Roseman Covered Bridge
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  • Des Moines West KOA HolidayMotorhome stopover
    19 mi from Roseman Covered Bridge
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All campsites in Iowa · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Roseman Covered Bridge?

Roseman Covered Bridge is in Winterset, IA, at GPS 41.2769, -94.1688. It is about 35 mi from Des Moines.

Can you camp near Roseman Covered Bridge?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Green Valley State Park Campground, about 16 mi away; within 25 mi there are 11 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Roseman Covered Bridge?

Roseman Covered Bridge is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Covered bridges, Dutch windmills and the Amana Colonies.

What is there to see near Roseman Covered Bridge?

Places worth a stop nearby: Holliwell Covered Bridge (9 mi), Iowa State Capitol (36 mi), Ledges State Park (52 mi) and Vermeer Windmill (66 mi).

When is the best time to visit Roseman Covered Bridge?

The most pleasant months are usually May and September. Still fine, with some compromises, in June and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)