Tennessee is Home to The Longest Swinging Bridge In the Nation
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Meghan Kraft
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The mountains of East Tennessee are full of some of the most breathtaking and unique sights in the entire country. At Foxfire Mountain, you’ll find something else unique that might take your breath away for another reason entirely. They have the world’s longest swinging bridge, spanning longer than a football field over 60 feet above the Little Pigeon River. Check it out below and see if you would dare to cross the bridge yourself. Just don’t look down!
Foxfire Mountain outside of Sevierville is known for their trails, obstacle courses, and the world's longest swinging bridge.
Swinging bridges have historically been common in the Appalachian Mountains. Building a swinging bridge was the easiest way to get from one mountain slope to the other without going all the way down and back up.
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The "Bridge to Prosperity" is one of many swinging bridges at Foxfire Mountain, but it also holds the distinction of being the longest in the world, stretching 335 feet across the gorge.
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If you're worried about the integrity of the bridge, fear not. The bridge is anchored with over 90 tons of concrete, meaning the bridge could support the weight of six full school buses. Needless to say, you're safe.
The bridge is a part of the Foxfire trail system, which continues on to a covered walking bridge, and another swinging bridge that goes over the top of a 60-foot waterfall.
If you're looking for more to do, the Foxfire Mountain outdoor adventure park is also home to the highest and longest zip lines in the country!
The Bridge to Prosperity is open year-round, and it costs $20 per person for adults and $10 per person for kids 4-10. Find them at 3757 Thomas Lane.
After you make it across the bridge, reward yourself with one of these restaurants that serve truly Tennessean cuisine.
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