Natural Bridge Park, Protected natural area in Winston County, Alabama
Natural Bridge Park features a sandstone and iron ore formation shaped into a natural arch that spans across a stream below. The structure measures approximately 148 feet in length and rises about 60 feet at its highest point.
The arch formation developed over millions of years as the New River eroded softer sandstone layers while leaving harder stone sections standing. This gradual natural process created the distinctive arched shape that exists today.
The Muscogee Creek people maintained settlements in this region and sheltered in the cave beneath the bridge formation. The site held practical and cultural importance for their communities.
Trails wind beneath and around the arch, allowing visitors to experience the formation from multiple angles and perspectives. Wear sturdy footwear as paths cross natural ground and can be uneven in places.
The site supports more than 25 fern species and eastern hemlock trees that survived from much earlier geological periods. These plants thrive in the moist microclimate created by the sheltered cave environment.
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