Geology

Tonto Natural Bridge State Park

Gila County, AZ

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Arizona State Park protecting what is widely cited as the world’s largest natural travertine bridge — about 183 ft high, 400 ft long, and up to 150 ft wide — spanning Pine Creek north of Payson. Short steep trails drop to viewpoints and the tunnel; historic Goodfellow Lodge holds interpretive exhibits on travertine formation and park history.

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RegionGila County, AZ
Coordinates34.3206, -111.4565
Height~183 ft travertine span
Length~400 ft tunnel
AccessPaved park road from SR-87
FeeArizona State Parks day-use

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