At Nearly One Mile Long, The Big River Crossing In Arkansas Is The Longest Pedestrian Bridge Across The Mississippi
There are lots of great hiking and biking paths in Arkansas, but none quite compare to the Big River Crossing. Not only does it provide a thoroughfare from Arkansas to Tennessee, but at 1 mile in length, it’s the longest pedestrian bridge across the Mighty Mississippi.
Connecting West Memphis to Memphis, Big River Crossing ties together urban, rural, and natural areas like no other!
Big River Crossing doesn’t just connect the two cities. It connects the city’s Main Streets, creating a "10-mile multi-modal corridor" that offers access to Delta Regional River Park and Big River Trail.
The bridge, which was completed in 2016, is touted as the longest public pedestrian bridge across the Mississippi River, but that’s not its only distinguishing feature.
Big River Crossing is also the longest active rail/bicycle/pedestrian bridge in the nation. Plus, it offers visitors the unique opportunity to be in two places at once.
On either side of the bridge, you’ll find great sites and attractions. In West Memphis, for example, there’s the Big River Trail and Pancho’s Mexican Restaurant.
Open daily, from 6 a.m. – 10 p.m., Big River Crossing is a great visit day or night. However, should you choose to visit after dark, you’ll be in for a treat since the bridge is illuminated after sunset.
So, did you know about the Big River Crossing? Ever walked across it? If so, what’d you think of the views? Tell us!
This is just one of the amazing treks you can take in Arkansas. Click here to read about nine of the greatest hiking trails on Earth that are right here in Arkansas.
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Though Daniella was born in New York and has lived in a couple of other states, Mississippi has been her home for the past 25 years. After graduating from the University of Southern Mississippi, Daniella began to hone her writing skills through various internships, working for The Royal Obsession and Anatomie clothing. In the years since, she’s had the privilege of having her articles appear in several publications, such as Parents & Kids Magazine and Girl Meets Strong. She’s also had the honor of interviewing actress Sela Ward for The Mississippi Arts and Entertainment Experience.
