Sensational views can often leave us awe-struck, providing us with memories that will journey with us through a lifetime. If you’re not exactly a fan of heights, prepare yourself for stomach-dropping moments, a few butterflies, and an abundance of beauty. This bridge hike in Pennsylvania is picture-perfect any time of the year – but especially when brilliant autumn colors paint the landscape.

Pack a bit of courage, especially if you’re afraid of heights, and a camera when you set off on the short but sweet trail to Kinzua Bridge Skywalk at Kinzua Bridge State Park in Mount Jewett.
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The trail spans just a half of a mile, beginning in the parking lot near the bridge. From there, you’ll face a predominately paved path that really doesn’t have those heart-pounding moments you might experience once on the skywalk.
Google/Jonathan Dawson
Kinzua Bridge Skywalk is what remains of the once majestic Kinzua Viaduct, a massive railroad viaduct that at one time held distinction as "the highest and longest railroad viaduct in the world."
Google/Pamela Schultz

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The bridge partially collapsed during a tornado in 2003, leaving debris scattered along the forest floor. That debris remains to this day, a testament to the destruction that took place.
Google/Brian Etzel
Meander along the 600-foot bridge that boasts stunning views of the surrounding forest all year around. The masterpiece of the hike is, however, the glass floor.
Trip Advisor/Michellen Tony
Peer down several hundred feet at the forest floor beneath you. This is one of those one-of-a-kind moments you won’t forget any time soon.
Google/Jennifer Gergen
Learn more on the official website of Kinzua Bridge State Park. Or, take a peek at a trail map on All Trails.
Google/Beata Miller

Have you ever gone on this bridge hike in Pennsylvania? What did you think? Did the view from Kinzua Bridge take your breath away? Share your experience in the comments! Then see if you agree that these are nine of the greatest hiking trails in Pennsylvania (and maybe even on earth).

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Kinzua Bridge State Park, 296 Viaduct Rd, Mt Jewett, PA 16740, USA