Kinzua Bridge State Park
Mount Jewett, PA
The remains of a railroad viaduct toppled by a tornado in 2003; the surviving towers carry a skywalk ending in a glass-floored platform 225 feet above the valley. Free; the skywalk has been under repair until 2027 and opening only in autumn, so check first.
Kinzua Bridge State Park is a state park in Pennsylvania, known for the Kinzua Bridge Skywalk, a viewing platform on the surviving part of a former railroad bridge. The platform extends out over the valley and gives a view of the damaged steel towers.
The original bridge was completed in 1882 and, at 301 feet (about 92 m), was the tallest railroad structure in the world. It was rebuilt in steel in 1900. In 2003 a tornado destroyed part of it. The viaduct was later reimagined as a skywalk.
Time-sensitive: the skywalk and Kinzua Creek Trail are closed for ongoing viaduct repairs and, according to the DCNR, open only temporarily for fall foliage; in 2026 the platform was open until October 31 according to local press (so as of November 2026 probably closed again; check before you go). According to the DCNR the visitor center and shop are open year-round. In fall the parking lot fills quickly, especially on weekends; come on a weekday and early. When the lot is full no more vehicles are admitted, and roadside parking is prohibited.
- Nearest town
- Mount Jewett, PA
- Category
- Scenic viewpoints
- GPS
- 41.7584, -78.5878
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually May–June and September. Still fine, with some compromises, in July–August and October. Cold, short days in December–March. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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FAQs
Where is Kinzua Bridge State Park?
Kinzua Bridge State Park is in Mount Jewett, PA, at GPS 41.7584, -78.5878. It is about 14 mi from Kane.
Can you camp near Kinzua Bridge State Park?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is High Pines RV Park, about 6 mi away; within 25 mi there are 22 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Kinzua Bridge State Park?
Kinzua Bridge State Park is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Pennsylvania Wilds: Pine Creek Gorge, dark skies and Kinzua and Gorge, starry skies and elk – by camper through the Pennsylvania Wilds.
What is there to see near Kinzua Bridge State Park?
Places worth a stop nearby: Cherry Springs State Park (40 mi), Leonard Harrison State Park (59 mi), Letchworth State Park (63 mi) and Presque Isle State Park (83 mi).
When is the best time to visit Kinzua Bridge State Park?
The most pleasant months are usually May–June and September. Still fine, with some compromises, in July–August and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)