Natural Bridge State Park

Natural Bridge State Park is a protected area in Honey Creek featuring a dramatic natural sandstone arch formation spanning over a deep canyon. The site includes forested sections, prairie restoration areas, and multiple interconnected hiking paths throughout the landscape.

Indigenous peoples including the Ojibwa and Ho-Chunk nations inhabited the region for centuries and left traces throughout the landscape. The state officially protected this geological formation as a park in 1972 to preserve its natural and archaeological significance.

The park draws visitors who come to walk through the landscape and experience the natural formations firsthand. People spend time here to observe the rock shapes and the way water has shaped the terrain over time.

The trails are open year-round, but conditions vary seasonally with winter making some paths slippery and muddy sections appearing after rain. Sturdy footwear is essential, and visitors should plan extra time to explore the terrain safely.

The sandstone arch was carved by water over millions of years, gradually dissolving softer layers within the dolomite rock formation. This slow geological process created one of the state's most striking natural bridges.

Location: Honey Creek

Inception: 1972

Website: https://dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/natural-bridge

GPS coordinates: 43.34420,-89.92970

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:03