Gil Hodges Memorial Bridge — Attraction in New York

The Gil Hodges Memorial Bridge, also known as the Marine Parkway–Gil Hodges Memorial Bridge, is a notable vertical-lift bridge in New York City that spans Rockaway Inlet. Connecting the Rockaway Peninsula in Queens to the Marine Park neighborhood in Brooklyn, the bridge was opened on July 3, 1937, and was originally referred to as the Marine Parkway Bridge. It features a center span of 540 feet that can be lifted to a height of 150 feet above water level to allow marine traffic to pass. The bridge’s distinctive twin towers, which house the vertical-lift machinery, have become an iconic symbol of the Rockaways. Owned by the City of New York and operated by the MTA Bridges and Tunnels, it plays a crucial role in the transportation infrastructure, linking important recreational areas like Floyd Bennett Field and Jacob Riis Park...

Also known as the Marine Parkway bridge, this beautiful structure connects Brooklyn to the nearby barrier island. It is a steel truss lift bridge that is able to raise the central segment from its normal 55 feet above water to 150 feet. This historic bridge was constructed in 1934 and is still as beautiful as it was 90 years ago. Amazing how long bridges can last when they’re properly maintained. Looking at you Tappan Zee Bridge.

Of course having been designed by Robert Moses it has to come with some controversy. The north landing of the bridge required the eviction of the 90 inhabitants of Barren Island just off the coast...

It's beautiful. Particularly in the morning and at sunset. It's a great place to fish and toss back to just clear your head. If you're a biker It's best to walk your bike across during the day. Most people aren't considerate enough to yield. because it's not a bike path but a walkway. Late evenings and early mornings crossing with your bike is easier because nobody is walking. You still have to watch out for oncoming bikers...