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Kinzua Bridge State Park

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Explore 2 Trails with 1.6 Miles (2.6 km) at Kinzua Bridge State Park, Pennsylvania to plan your next hike or adventure!
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June 17, 2019
Updated:
June 17, 2019
Default image for Kinzua Creek Trail, a 1.2-mile trail in Kane, PA (US)
1.2 mi
1.9 km
Hard Out-and-Back
Default image for Kinzua Bridge Skywalk, a 0.4-mile trail in Kane, PA (US)
0.4 mi
0.6 km
Easy Out-and-Back
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Showing 1 to 2 of 2 Trails at Kinzua Bridge State Park, PA

Key Takeaways

  • Features the Kinzua Skywalk, a pedestrian walkway built on the remnants of the historic Kinzua Viaduct, offering stunning panoramic views of the Kinzua Gorge.
  • Provides various recreational opportunities, including hiking trails with varying difficulty levels, picnicking areas, and scenic overlooks.
  • Offers a visitor center with exhibits detailing the history of the Kinzua Viaduct, its collapse during a tornado, and the construction of the Kinzua Skywalk.

About Kinzua Bridge State Park

Explore the breathtaking beauty and fascinating history of Kinzua Bridge State Park in Mount Jewett, PA. This Pennsylvania gem offers a variety of experiences for outdoor enthusiasts, from leisurely strolls to more challenging hikes. The park's centerpiece, the Kinzua Bridge Skywalk, allows you to walk along a partially destroyed historic viaduct, featuring a glass floor section that offers unparalleled views of the Kinzua Gorge below. This easy, 0.4-mile, dog-friendly (on leash) trail provides a unique perspective on the engineering marvel and the natural landscape that surrounds it, though those with a fear of heights should be aware.

For a more adventurous outing, tackle the Kinzua Creek Trail, a 1.2-mile hike that descends into the Kinzua Gorge, offering views of the Kinzua Bridge wreckage. Be prepared for a steep and potentially slippery descent requiring appropriate footwear. This trail showcases the historical context of the viaduct's destruction and its transformation into a state park, with a lookout point available just 0.1 miles in. Dogs are welcome on leash, and water is available to filter from Kinzua Creek. Discover the resilience of nature and the echoes of engineering history within Kinzua Bridge State Park.

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