Walk on the Swinging Bridge

The famous 'Swinging Bridges of Brumley,' an architectural and engineering marvel, can be found at the eastern end of Lake of the Ozarks and the lovely state park of the same name. Although the pair of old suspension bridges are located in a remote and rural area, they are well worth a detour for their unique appearance and the beautiful countryside scenery. To cross a swinging bridge that, unlike its counterpart in Yosemite Valley, actually swings. You don't need much imagination to put your Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom skills to the test here. You can also swim in the river, which is the main draw for most visitors.

They are only about a thousand feet apart and were both built in the early 1920s, with the Grand Auglaize being 500 feet long and Mill Creek being only 135. Although rarely used and deemed 'functionally obsolete,' the narrow, swaying structures are fun if a little freaky to drive over, with some fantastic photos and views of both the bridges and their surroundings.

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Address: 701 The Escort Way, Orange NSW 2800
Phone: 0447 416 295
Website: swingingbridge.com.au