Waco Suspension Bridge
Waco Suspension Bridge
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The Waco Suspension Bridge is the oldest Suspension Bridge still standing in Texas. Built it 1870, it was the first bridge across the Brazos River. This stunning bridge was built with cables supplied from John Roebling's firm, which built the Brooklyn Bridge. Today, it is a pedestrian-only bridge and is a wonderful place to watch the river roll by.
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- Miss EleniousMcKinney, Texas33 contributionsHistorical & peacefulWell-constructed & sturdy bridge. Has a walkway on either side separate from the main thoroughfare of the actual bridge. Beautiful views on either side, and in front are plaques showcasing the history of the bridge as well as letting you know that it is part of the Chisholm trail. Suspension bridge is easy to get to, has street parking right up front, and has longhorn and vaquero statues adorning the sides of the entrance to the bridge. There is a nearby park with stairs leading down to the river, and space to walk alongside the river with the local wildlife nearby. It's quite peaceful & tranquil. I'd recommend going on the Brazos Tours' boat adventure (something I did last year) and gives you a different perspective of the water and the surrounding cliffs of the Brazos and Bosque rivers.Visited June 2023Written 4 June 2023
- teachkindyDripping Springs, Texas163 contributionsFun to WalkThe Waco Suspension Bridge is a pedestrian bridge that takes only a few minutes to walk end to end. The bridge is beautiful. and really fun to walk on. The views of the Brazos River, which you're walking over, are gorgeous. The sculptures of Longhorns and Vaqueros at the end of the bridge are big and magnificent. It's worth going here.Visited August 2023Travelled with familyWritten 17 August 2023
- 404HappyTravellerSaskatchewan, Canada496 contributionsTake a few minutes and stop, it’s worth it!This was our one last stop as we left Waco and carried on down the road. The sculptures of the cattle and cowboys and drovers are worth the stop alone, pretty amazing in all the detail. Walking out across the bridge gives you a great view of the river and the walkways and riverbank. Not a long stop, but definitely worthwhile.Visited March 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 8 March 2024
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404HappyTraveller
Saskatchewan, Canada496 contributions
Mar 2024 • Couples
This was our one last stop as we left Waco and carried on down the road. The sculptures of the cattle and cowboys and drovers are worth the stop alone, pretty amazing in all the detail. Walking out across the bridge gives you a great view of the river and the walkways and riverbank. Not a long stop, but definitely worthwhile.
Written 8 March 2024
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teachkindy
Dripping Springs, TX163 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
The Waco Suspension Bridge is a pedestrian bridge that takes only a few minutes to walk end to end. The bridge is beautiful. and really fun to walk on. The views of the Brazos River, which you're walking over, are gorgeous. The sculptures of Longhorns and Vaqueros at the end of the bridge are big and magnificent. It's worth going here.
Written 17 August 2023
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amyw2012
Birmingham, AL1,839 contributions
Jul 2023 • Family
We spent just long enough to admire the statues and throw a few tortillas. We landed a couple, and the birds got really excited.
Written 7 July 2023
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kay t
Woodway, TX11 contributions
Jun 2023
An easy and fun outing with the grandkids is to take tortillas and toss them off the bridge. There is a pile we try to land them on (but rarely get it!) The birds eat them if we make it! The bridge is a fun place for the kids to run.
Written 26 June 2023
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Amanda W
Linn, MO1,724 contributions
Jun 2023
The bridge is definitely worth checking out, even if it’s just for the cattle drive statutes in the front. At night it is lightly lit up and was worth walking over.
Made for some great family photos as well.
Made for some great family photos as well.
Written 14 June 2023
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Miss Elenious
McKinney, TX33 contributions
Jun 2023
Well-constructed & sturdy bridge. Has a walkway on either side separate from the main thoroughfare of the actual bridge. Beautiful views on either side, and in front are plaques showcasing the history of the bridge as well as letting you know that it is part of the Chisholm trail. Suspension bridge is easy to get to, has street parking right up front, and has longhorn and vaquero statues adorning the sides of the entrance to the bridge. There is a nearby park with stairs leading down to the river, and space to walk alongside the river with the local wildlife nearby. It's quite peaceful & tranquil. I'd recommend going on the Brazos Tours' boat adventure (something I did last year) and gives you a different perspective of the water and the surrounding cliffs of the Brazos and Bosque rivers.
Written 4 June 2023
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RickDude
Cedar Hill, TX68 contributions
Mar 2023
The bridge is closed because of rehab work but can be seen clearly from north side access via MLK Blvd. It was hard to get to on the south side because of street construction.
Written 22 March 2023
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YIISD
Woodville, TX503 contributions
Mar 2023 • Family
This bridge is beautiful but is under construction so we were not able to cross. There is so much construction in the area that it was difficult to get close enough for pictures. I will revisit at some point after the construction is completed.
Written 18 March 2023
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Dash
Bath, UK78 contributions
Sept 2022 • Couples
Lovely bridge but unable to cross due to ongoing construction
We were able to view it from the river bank
Waco landmark and worth a visit
We were able to view it from the river bank
Waco landmark and worth a visit
Written 7 March 2023
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jesfire415
San Antonio, TX1,106 contributions
Feb 2023 • Couples
Beautiful space. Easy-to-use and walkable area. The bridge is under construction, so we were unable to walk across. Historic place and ready to return
Written 1 March 2023
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danamc01
Branchville, SC660 contributions
Is it a safe place to go a walk the area? Also how far from the Texas Ranger Museum is it?
Sunsetbum
Matthews, NC327 contributions
I cannot answer about the distance to the museum. Is it safe ? Well we walked after dark and during the day. The day I felt very safe no issues what so ever. After dark there was a little more unnerving. Not that I felt unsafe but too many people walking around asking for money while there is a certain beauty at night with the lights I would opt for more the day light hours.
TexasHogmom
Texas7 contributions
Is there parking at the bridge?
Swentzell01
Biloxi, MS149 contributions
Yes. On the street right across from the Hilton.
Michelle G
Wylie5 contributions
Can you walk your dog down trail
Bwaddell1
Waco, TX64 contributions
Oh yes, I’’m sure your pet would be welcomed on the pedestrian bridge. Its a very nice wide bridge.
CelebrationB
Birmingham, AL43 contributions
I do not see a Hilton Hotel listed here on Trip Advisor. Where is this located?
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PeachBelle8288
Atlanta, GA47,641 contributions
It is directly across from the bridge and brandin the brazos river statues. It is the Hilton Waco.
Cecilia P
Houston, TX15 contributions
Are we allowed to bring a hammock or a picnic mat to take a nap in the area? I'm planning on visiting with a long, outdoor day before heading back to Houston..
Carla P
Lorena, TX24 contributions
I've seen people using hammocks in the park. As long as you don't damage the trees, and you don't stay past park closing time, you'll be fine.
SonnyBoy_12
Alleyton, TX104 contributions
can I skate on the bridge?
Carla P
Lorena, TX24 contributions
I don't believe it is prohibited, but the bridge is constructed of wooden slats and is pretty uneven. It might not be very fun to skate on.
breeze1der
Baltimore, MD186 contributions
is there a charge to walk or spend time in the park or area of the bridge?
Carla P
Lorena, TX24 contributions
No charge, these are free city parks, completely open to the public!
Sharon F
Conroe, TX
I saw that it is located in the Doris Miller Park. Do you have an address for the Doris Miller Park?
Carla P
Lorena, TX24 contributions
it is flanked by two parks. Indian Spring Park on one end and Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Park on the other. There is also the Bledsoe Miller Clubhouse on one side, which is close to the location for the Doris Miller Memorial. So you could say that is between the Suspension Bridge and the Clubhouse. Hope this helps!
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- Hotels near Waco Suspension Bridge:
- (0.21 km) Hilton Waco
- (0.22 km) Cambria Hotel Waco University Riverfront
- (0.29 km) Courtyard by Marriott Waco
- (0.68 km) Hotel Indigo Waco - Baylor, an IHG Hotel
- (0.63 km) Residence Inn by Marriott Waco
- Restaurants near Waco Suspension Bridge:
- (0.32 km) Bitty & Beau's Coffee
- (0.39 km) Cricket's Grill & Draft House
- (0.27 km) The BLVD Steakhouse
- (0.31 km) Bangkok Royal Thai Cuisine
- (0.27 km) Brazos Grille at the Hilton Waco