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Kinzua Bridge Skywalk

The Kinzua Bridge Skywalk at Kinzua Bridge State Park in Kane, Pennsylvania is an easy 0.4-mile out-and-back trail that leads to the end of the tornado-damaged Kinzua Bridge, featuring amazing views of the Kinzua Gorge.

From the end of the 600-foot long skywalk path, which follows the remanence of the Kinzua Bridge, hikers get views of the Kinzua Gorge and the surrounding mountains. At the end of the skywalk is a glass floor where you can peer into the gorge below.

The old railroad bridge was retrofitted with a railing and a wooden walkway, but the center of the walkway are the original railroad ties, so you can peer into into the gorge below. Also be careful not to drop your phone through the spaces between the railroad ties while taking pictures.

History: The Kinzua Viaduct was once the longest and tallest railroad structure at 2,053 feet long and 301 feet high until it was partially destroyed by a tornado during 2003. The land was reinvented in 2011 as a state park for visitors and hikers to explore.

Pets: Dogs are allowed on this trail on leash and their waste must be carried out.

Warning: If you're afraid of heights, this trail can be a bit terrifying.
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Know Before You Go

  • The Kinzua Bridge Skywalk is an easy 0.4-mile trail offering views of the Kinzua Gorge from the partially destroyed historic Kinzua Bridge.
  • The skywalk features a glass floor and original railroad ties, providing a unique perspective of the gorge below.
  • Located in Kinzua Bridge State Park in Kane, PA, the trail is dog-friendly (on leash) but may be unsettling for those with a fear of heights.
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Distance
0.4 mi
Difficulty
Easy
Type
Out-and-Back
Est. Time
12 min
Elev. Gain
23'
Rating
5.0
Added
June 17, 2019
Updated
August 23, 2020

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Total Change
17'
Ascent
23'
Descent
23'
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Features

Vista / Lookout Point
Dogs
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Points of interest

  1. Parking

    41.759252, -78.586953
  2. Main Trailhead

    41.759517, -78.587303

Safety information

For your own safety: plan ahead, let someone know where you'll be, and hike at your own risk.

Availability

All seasons

Surface type

Dirt

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June 18, 2019
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