If you’ve ever dreamt of walking alongside all sorts of majestic wildlife, reality just got a whole lot sweeter. The Robert L.B. Tobin Land Bridge just opened at Phil Hardberger Park in San Antonio, and it’s no ordinary bridge – not only can humans cross it, but animals, too! It’s the largest bridge of its kind in the nation, and you’ll definitely want to visit soon.

Phil Hardberger Park has long-been a peaceful respite from the hustle and bustle of city life, but now, it serves a much greater purpose.

Facebook/Phil Hardberger Park Conservancy

After a decade of tireless work, the Robert L.B. Tobin Land Bridge officially opened to the public on December 11, 2020.

Facebook/Phil Hardberger Park Conservancy The bridge unites the two sides of the park, which were previously divided by Wurzbach Parkway.

The bridge is named after Robert L.B. Tobin, who sponsored the study determining if the bridge was even possible.

Facebook/Phil Hardberger Park Conservancy He also provided a generous donation that helped the vision become reality.

So, what makes the bridge so special? Well, it happens to be the largest land bridge for wildlife in the U.S.

Google/Raju Patel That’s right - it isn’t just for people! Deer have already been spotted making their way across, and animal sightings are only expected to go up from here.

Via the bridge, the 7.5 miles of trails meandering through the park are now connected.

Google/Matt Finlay This means you can finally enjoy an unbroken adventure!

Walk your dog, go for a run, or simply enjoy a relaxing stroll along one of the most unique bridges in the country.

Facebook/Phil Hardberger Park Conservancy Who knows what sorts of majestic creatures you’ll encounter?

You’ll find the bridge at Phil Hardberger Park, spanning Wurzbach Parkway.

Google Maps Entrances to the park are located on Blanco Road, New Military Highway, and Voelcker Lane, with the Blanco Road entrance being closest to the bridge. Just like the park, the bridge is open daily from sunrise to sunset.

Visit the Phil Hardberger Park website or Facebook page to learn more.

Facebook/Phil Hardberger Park Conservancy

The bridge unites the two sides of the park, which were previously divided by Wurzbach Parkway.

He also provided a generous donation that helped the vision become reality.

Google/Raju Patel

That’s right - it isn’t just for people! Deer have already been spotted making their way across, and animal sightings are only expected to go up from here.

Google/Matt Finlay

This means you can finally enjoy an unbroken adventure!

Who knows what sorts of majestic creatures you’ll encounter?

Google Maps

Entrances to the park are located on Blanco Road, New Military Highway, and Voelcker Lane, with the Blanco Road entrance being closest to the bridge. Just like the park, the bridge is open daily from sunrise to sunset.

Do you plan on crossing the Robert L.B. Tobin Land Bridge? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below, and check out our previous article for more amazing bridges in Texas.

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