Virginia’s Breaks Interstate Park is often referred to as the Grand Canyon of the South. Due to its dramatic canyon-like landscape, it’s not difficult to see the comparison. Soon there will be yet another reason to visit this incredible park, which is shared with the state of Kentucky. Breaks Interstate Park will soon feature the longest swinging pedestrian bridge in North America.
Shared between southeastern Kentucky and southwestern Virginia awaits one of the country’s most beautiful and unique parks: Breaks Interstate. Established in 1954, the park has seen countless visitors and explorers over the course of its history.
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The fascinating canyon began its formation 180 million years ago, when a massive inland sea receded and the Russel Fork River began to carve out the gorge you see today.
Virginia State Parks / flickr The park is referred to as “Breaks,” because it is located at the break of a continuous mountain range line.
The gorge is the largest of its kind that you’ll find east of the Mississippi River and thus, aptly named the Grand Canyon of the South.
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Breaks Interstate Park is filled with all sorts of opportunities for exploring the landscape, such as biking trails, hikes, and even a zip course.
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Yet there’s another attraction in the works that may top them all. A recent report tells of a $433,000 grant from the Virginia Coalfield Economic Development Authority that will be used toward the construction of a 725-foot pedestrian swinging bridge.
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This bridge, which will be the longest of its kind in North America, will connect the Virginia side to the Kentucky side.
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This newest addition will surely bring more visitors to this beautiful corner of Virginia. Do you think you’d be brave enough to cross the epic swinging bridge once it’s completed?
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What are your thoughts on this soon-to-be footbridge in Virginia? Join in on the conversation by leaving a comment below! For more information, you can click here.
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The park is referred to as “Breaks,” because it is located at the break of a continuous mountain range line.
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