Stone Spiral Arch Bridge — Attraction in Philadelphia

You could call this a "hidden gem", because even though the bridge possesses its own market on Google Maps and other GPS services, and even though there's plenty of parking within ten minutes of the bridge and getting there proves rather easy, so few people use the trails in West Fairmount Park that you can go there even on a nice spring/fall weekend and find yourself alone by the bridge in broad daylight for minutes on end. A great example of the architecture and impressive engineering of the late 19th century, day or night, any season, any day you can enjoy both the bridge's stunning beauty as well as its impressive design. Very glad that the city obtained and dedicated funding to help preserve and restore it as well as the rest of the iconic and historical Trolley Trail. Standing here you get a sense of what residents of the city did in the late 19th and early 20th century as they boarded and disembarked the trolley to enjoy a stroll along the trails and walkways that litter the park. Definitely worth seeing if you're in the area and the trails are easy to navigate for those older, younger, or less than...

The Stone Spiral Arch Bridge is a captivating piece of Philadelphia’s history, hidden within the verdant expanse of Fairmount Park. This bridge, which once served as a vital connection on Old Chamounix Drive, has been out of use since at least the 1950s due to the construction of the Schuylkill Expressway. Despite its disuse, the bridge remains a picturesque relic of the past, crossing a creek that once powered William Simpson’s Print House. Today, the bridge is part of a trail mostly frequented by mountain bikers and adventurous hostel travelers, offering a glimpse into the city’s bygone days and the natural beauty that has...

The Stone Arch Bridge is not where this address states it is. It's about a 0.7 mile hike north if you start on the trail atop the Ford Road and Chamonix Drive bridge. It would be best to start at the Philadelphia Youth Hostel at the top of Chamonix Drive and hike down the path. The approximate coordinates are: 40.004075, -75.199834 It is a beautiful architectural and historical piece. I would love to know more about its maker and time of use. 10/10 would...