"More than nature's wonder" Natural Bridge by matcrazy1

Natural Bridge Travel Guide: 31 reviews and 165 photos

NATURAL BRIDGE, VIRGINIA - Natural Bridge

One Of The 7 Natural Wonders Of The World

This nature's wonder of western Virginia is marketed as one of the seven natural wonders of the world, but this refers to a mention on an old list of seven natural wonders of the modern world. Anyway it's worth a visit and there are many more attractions in Natural Bridge especially for children. Welcome to my tips.

The Natural Bridge was a sacred site of the Native American Monacan Indians. During the 18th and 19th century guests from all over the world came to see it and took day trips on horseback or horse drawn carriages to explore the countryside. Well, they didn't know nature's wonders of the West (say Utah), or maybe couldn't get there so easily.

Monacan Indian Village

MONACAN HUT, NATURAL BRIDGE, VIRGINIA

Waterfalls

LACE WATERFALLS

Pros and Cons

Pros:Nature, mysterious legends, history, Indian culture to explore
Cons:Nothing compare to nature's wonders of the West
In a nutshell:A miracle in stone higher than Niagara Falls

Last visit to Natural Bridge: Oct 2004
Intro Updated Sep 26, 2006
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Reviews (20)

Virginia's Piedmont Off The Beaten Path (1)

I took these pictures of green hills somewhere along US-11 close to Natural Bridge. I've seen cows grazing on meadows... more travel advice

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Don't believe in all advertisements Warnings and Dangers (3)

I visited Natural Bridge because it was on my way and information I found in travel literature taken from Virginia... more travel advice

LACE WATERFALLS, NATURAL BRIDGE, VIRGINIA - Natural Bridge

Waterfalls Things to Do (10)

The Cedar Creek Nature Trails ends with the Lace Waterfalls. Well, after reading a lot of advertisements on these... more travel advice

LOST RIVER, NATURAL BRIDGE - Natural Bridge

Lost River mystery Things to Do (10)

I probably wouldn't stop on Cedar Creek Nature Trail and wouldn't pay any attention to this hole in a rock with water on... more travel advice

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BruceDunning Nov 26, 2009 at 3:46 PM

This looks to be a real green area and foliage wonderful. Your pictures & comments are great. It contrasts my last trip to Natural Bridges & MOab area of Utah where it was desert and dry, but wonderful rock. colors. I invite you to take A look.
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KiKitC Dec 29, 2008 at 3:11 AM

Wow! Great tips. Thank you for the history lesson! Always wanted to visit here, now it seems a must. Hope your birthday was exciting and fun-filled.
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iandsmith May 31, 2007 at 11:32 PM

I'm with Diana!
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Diana75 Feb 13, 2007 at 1:13 PM

Stunning pictures of this natural wonder, Matt. Never heard about the Natural Bridge before, but now is on my wish list.
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kyoub Feb 9, 2007 at 6:07 AM

This seems to be a very pretty area. I had not heard of this natural wonder. Good advice, slippery when wet.
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LoriPori Feb 5, 2007 at 2:29 AM

Very enjoyable page on Natural Bridge Matt. Looks like a wonderful area to visit especially the Monacan Indian Village. Also great pics of the Virginia countryside. Loved the nature T'logs.
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MalenaN Jan 29, 2007 at 8:43 AM

The Natural Bridge looks impressive and walking along the Cedar Creek Nature Trail sounds pleasent!
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Stephen-KarenConn Nov 20, 2006 at 3:16 PM

I'm proud of you for taking the steps instead of the shuttle. That's a sign of an adventureous traveler. This pages brought back many good memories of my visit to Natural Bridge some years ago.
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scottishvisitor Nov 16, 2006 at 8:50 AM

A place for me perhaps - full of natures blessings & Autumn colours - interesting reading = thanks Matt
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irishgalmtl Oct 20, 2006 at 6:14 AM

Hi there Matt, Absolutely breath taken pic. And your info is great. Donna ;o)