There’s something inherently charming about swinging bridges. Exciting to encounter on the trail, wonderfully wobbly to cross, bridges take an ordinary outing to the next level. And in Wayne County, Kentucky, you’ll find three swinging bridges, each more delightful than the last. Plan to spend a day exploring these three swinging bridges in Kentucky, and be prepared to be positively enchanted by these sweet little structures!
In an area known as the “Houseboat Capital of the World,” it should come as no surprise that Wayne County, Kentucky, is home to numerous bridges.
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And we’re not talking about any old kind of bridge; Wayne County is home to an abundance of historic swinging bridges.
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You’ll find three of these charming structures all within a stone’s throw of one another: Freedom Swinging Bridge, Ritner Swinging Bridge, and Greenford Swinging Bridge.
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These bridges date as far back as the 1920; at that time, they were the only way people had to cross Kentucky’s rivers and creeks.
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While not located along any formal trails, finding each of these Wayne County swinging bridges is relatively simple.
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The Ritner Swinging Bridge is the best-known of the trio; this 258-foot-long structure was recently restored, and is surrounded by peaceful, natural Bluegrass beauty.
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This bridge spans the beautiful Little South Fork of the Cumberland River, and the area is rife with scenic areas to explore!
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These three swinging bridges in Wayne County, Kentucky, are quite literally a connection to the past, and are all well-worth exploring.
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Learn more about the three swinging bridges in Wayne County at the Lake Cumberland Tourism website. And for more delightful swinging bridges to explore in Kentucky, be sure to check out these beauties!
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Freedom Church Road, Freedom Church Rd, Kentucky 42642, USA
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