Pomona Natural Bridge, Natural arch in Shawnee National Forest, Illinois.
The Pomona Natural Bridge extends 90 feet across a rocky ravine, standing 30 feet high at its tallest point in dense forest surroundings.
Native American communities utilized the natural bridge and surrounding landscapes for centuries before European settlers established presence in the Illinois region.
The natural bridge serves as an educational site where visitors learn about geological formations through interpretive signs and guided nature programs.
Visitors can access the bridge through a quarter-mile marked trail from the parking area, with blue signs guiding the way through gravel paths.
The natural formation features a shallow cave system beneath its span, where water flows create patterns in the limestone during rainfall.
Location: Illinois
GPS coordinates: 37.64860,-89.34330
Latest update: April 19, 2025 12:57
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