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Historic Waldo-Hancock Bridge — Attraction in Prospect

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Historic Waldo-Hancock Bridge
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The Waldo–Hancock Bridge was the first long-span suspension bridge erected in Maine, as well as the first permanent bridge across the Penobscot River downstream from Bangor. The name comes from connecting Waldo and Hancock counties.
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Penobscot Narrows Bridge
U.S. Rte 1, Stockton Springs, ME 04981, United States
Fort Knox and Penobscot Narrows Observatory
740 Ft Knox Rd, Prospect, ME 04981
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Historic Waldo-Hancock Bridge
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Historic Waldo-Hancock Bridge

740 Ft Knox Rd, Prospect, ME 04981
4.9(19)
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The Waldo–Hancock Bridge was the first long-span suspension bridge erected in Maine, as well as the first permanent bridge across the Penobscot River downstream from Bangor. The name comes from connecting Waldo and Hancock counties.

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Reviews of Historic Waldo-Hancock Bridge

4.9
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22w

One of our favorite spots to stop and eat take-out! Truly a breathtaking view! I also like to use my Spirit Box and EMF while I'm there much to the dismay of my husband. Fort Knox is directly to your...

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1y

Love this bridge especially at night when it's all lit up. Went up to the observatory before and it was worth the view. Friendly staff if you're...

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23w

A nice place to get a view of the bridge. For a view of the fort, go across to Bucksport Veterans Park and you get a view...

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Dawn Kelley-KnappDawn Kelley-Knapp
One of our favorite spots to stop and eat take-out! Truly a breathtaking view! I also like to use my Spirit Box and EMF while I'm there much to the dismay of my husband. Fort Knox is directly to your left as well.
D WD W
Love this bridge especially at night when it's all lit up. Went up to the observatory before and it was worth the view. Friendly staff if you're driving thru.
B KB K
A nice place to get a view of the bridge. For a view of the fort, go across to Bucksport Veterans Park and you get a view of Fort Knox.
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One of our favorite spots to stop and eat take-out! Truly a breathtaking view! I also like to use my Spirit Box and EMF while I'm there much to the dismay of my husband. Fort Knox is directly to your left as well.
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Love this bridge especially at night when it's all lit up. Went up to the observatory before and it was worth the view. Friendly staff if you're driving thru.
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A nice place to get a view of the bridge. For a view of the fort, go across to Bucksport Veterans Park and you get a view of Fort Knox.
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