NATURAL BRIDGE TRAIL
Trailhead: Bridge Bay Marina parking lot near the
campground entrance road
Distance: 3 miles (5 km) roundtrip
Level of Difficulty: Easy
The natural bridge is a 51 feet high cliff of rhyolite rock that has been
cut through by the process of erosion in nearby Bridge Creek. The trail from
the campground traverses a forested area for 1.2 mile before it joins the
road and continues to the right (west) for 1 mile before reaching the
Natural Bridge. A short but steep switchback trail to the top of the bridge
starts in front of the interpretive exhibit. The top of the bridge is closed
to hiking in order to protect the fragile rock. However, good views may be
attained next to the bridge.
A bicycle trail to the bridge begins just south of the
marina off the main road. The trail is closed from late spring to early
summer due to bear management, as grizzlies feed on spawning trout in Bridge
Creek during this time of year.
Backcountry Hiking Information
Park Regulations
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