Bridges are an amazing engineering feat and of such architectural interest, I love seeing different designs when traveling. Driving across a bridge is great, sometimes you’ll even find parks dedicated to an overlook of a bridge, but walking across one is always the most spectacular. Big Dam Bridge in Little Rock, Arkansas is the longest pedestrian bridge in North America spanning 4,226 feet, never used for cars or trains, just people and bikes.
It was named so for the Murray Lock and Dam 90 feet below, another impressive element, and you can learn about how the locks work from panels up on the bridge.
Views from the center of the bridge out into the Arkansas River valley are astounding.
Birders will enjoy the higher ground for a change, there are plenty of species including pelicans to observe.
The names of prominent features such as Pinnacle Mountain are labeled and you can take a closer look through the scope.
Over 14 miles of trails are connected by the bridge, on one side is Murray Park and the other Cook’s Landing Park.
The trails at Cook’s are lush and filled with wonder. 
Paths are well marked, there are options to stay on the paved way or head into a more natural forest.
Thankfully, wildlife did not shy away from the rain. An indigo bunting was dazzlingly bright on such a grey day.
Deeply beautiful crimson clover sprouted up all over the fields, just one highlight in a sea of brightly colored flora.
Turtles and ducks made their home in the ponds of the forest.
Canadian geese guarded their precious chicks.
The trails give a chance to learn more about the species that live in the park with illustrations from local elementary school students.
The bridge joins together urban and nature, creating a special hiking environment. Driving around Little Rock at night, you may notice the bridge lights up like a rainbow equipped with LED lights – a spectacle you should not miss!