Natural Bridge — Attraction in Central Point

For the past 55 years friends and I have spent much time along the upper Rogue River. Before there were parking lots, trails and toilets we would go swimming at Natural Bridge. The best place to swim was just beside the cave where the water flows out. Right there, that flat water area next to the cave. It's not real big but it was perfect for 4 people on a warm day. We'd never worry of other folks coming around the area because no one knew about the place. Back then it was just us locals, and we had it to ourselves. These days they put up signs, paved the road, put in trails and restrooms, and fenced off the best parts. It's okay, I understand. I'm getting old and I've had my fun. Now the masses are coming and there's no stopping em. I will soon leave these fish filled rivers, these beautiful mountains, and these wild animals to a new generation. They are local treasured gifts, protected by those who came before you. Please continue this care and...

I’d never heard of this place. We drove from Utah to see Crater Lake last October 2018, and Crater Lake was foggy and it started snowing on us. We were disappointed in our visit, especially having come a long way. The locals told us to check out the Natural Bridge before heading to California so we wouldn’t leave disappointed. It’s not far from the hotel near the Crater Lake National Park, so we planned to make a quick stop. It’s hard to describe, and even with the locals description, we didn’t know what to expect. It’s the Rogue River, but at a certain point, the river disappears under ground and shoots out again a few yards later, causing a Natural Bridge (you aren’t allowed to walk on it, apparently people in the past have disappeared along with the water!) It was pretty darn impressive, and we stayed longer than we originally planned. We loved it! I hope to...

I've lived 30 minutes away from the Natural Bridge for 34 years and have never been. So, I went. It's quite an interesting spectacle. The road, parking lot, and walking path the natural bridge are all paved. The parking is incredibly generous and there's a restroom on site. The walk is very easy and low-impact. There's a footbridge about halfway down that crosses over the river and then winds around the opposite side to see the natural bridge. I had no idea what I was expecting, but it's actually a huge lava tube that the river goes through. The river pretty much just disappears into a big hole, snakes around, and comes out of a cave 100 yards away. At the end of the paved trail you can find a handful of dirt trails that take you to the river's edge and well into the forest. I spent hours here just screwing around and taking photos....