Tonto Natural Bridge State Park Is Too Beautiful For Words

Tucked away in Arizona awaits one of the most spectacular state parks in the U.S. Tonto Natural Bridge State Park may be one of the most underrated of Arizona’s impressive natural attractions. Here are a few photos from the U.S. state park that’s simply too beautiful for words:

Just 10 miles north of a town called Payson, Tonto Natural Bridge is a breathtaking natural attraction in Arizona.

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Standing 183 feet high, the namesake bridge is believed to be the largest travertine bridge in the whole world.

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The first official documentation of the bridge occurred in 1877 by a man named David Gowan, who was so mesmerized by the landscape that he promptly moved to the area.

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In addition to its remarkable height, the bridge is also impressive for the tunnel below, which measures 400 feet long.

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Exploring this area is an experience you won’t soon forget.

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The surrounding area has been made into a state park. Visitors to the park can enjoy the natural bridge as well as several wooded hiking trails, picnic tables, and other park facilities.

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Tonto Natural Bridge State Park is located at Highway 87, Pine, AZ 85544. Have you seen this remarkable attraction before? We’d love to hear about your experience!