1. Sutherland Falls Bridge
Located in Fiordland National Park, New Zealand, this natural rock bridge spans a 25-meter (82-foot) deep chasm. The surrounding mountains rise to over 3,000 feet (914 meters) and the falls themselves drop an impressive 580 meters (1,900 feet). The bridge is estimated to be around 15,000 years old. It was formed when a glacier carved out a path through the rock, creating a natural passage.
2. Taroko Rock Bridge
Situated in Taroko National Park, Taiwan, this stunning bridge spans a 100-meter (330-foot) wide chasm. The surrounding Taroko Gorge is over 15 kilometers (9 miles) long and features numerous marble-walled cliffs. The bridge itself is a relatively narrow structure, allowing visitors to experience the breathtaking views on both sides. Local folklore suggests that the bridge was formed by the gods themselves.
3. Devil's Bridge
Located in Sedona, Arizona, USA, this natural rock bridge spans a 60-meter (197-foot) wide chasm. The surrounding Red Rock formations are over 1.8 billion years old and feature intricate patterns of red sandstone and limestone. The bridge is relatively narrow, but offers breathtaking views of the surrounding desert landscape. Visitors can also explore nearby Oak Creek Canyon.
4. Plitvice Bridge
Situated in Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia, this natural rock bridge spans a 30-meter (98-foot) wide chasm. The park features 16 interconnected lakes and over 90 waterfalls, with the largest waterfall dropping an impressive 97 meters (320 feet). The bridge is made of travertine limestone and offers stunning views of the surrounding waterfalls.
5. Kali Gandaki Gorge Bridge
Located in Nepal, this natural rock bridge spans a 45-meter (148-foot) wide chasm. The gorge itself is over 18 kilometers (11 miles) long and features numerous deep chasms and steep cliffs. The bridge was formed when the rivers flowing through the gorge carved out a path through the rock. It offers breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains.
6. Goff's Rock Bridge
Situated in Queenstown, New Zealand, this natural rock bridge spans a 15-meter (49-foot) wide chasm. The surrounding mountains rise to over 2,000 feet (610 meters) and the lake itself is surrounded by lush vegetation and walking trails. The bridge was formed when a glacier carved out a path through the rock.
7. Eagle Rock Bridge
Located in Sedona, Arizona, USA, this natural rock bridge spans a 30-meter (98-foot) wide chasm. The surrounding Red Rock formations are over 1.8 billion years old and feature intricate patterns of red sandstone and limestone. The bridge is relatively narrow, but offers stunning views of the surrounding desert landscape.
8. Vredefort River Bridge
Situated in South Africa, this natural rock bridge spans a 60-meter (197-foot) wide chasm. The surrounding mountain range is over 3.6 billion years old and features numerous gold mines. The bridge was formed when the river flowing through the gorge carved out a path through the rock.
9. Luray Rock Bridge
Located in Shenandoah National Park, Virginia, USA, this natural rock bridge spans a 30-meter (98-foot) wide chasm. The surrounding Blue Ridge Mountains are over 550 million years old and feature numerous waterfalls and hiking trails. The bridge was formed when the rivers flowing through the gorge carved out a path through the rock.
10. FitzRoy Bridge
Situated in Mount Cook National Park, New Zealand, this natural rock bridge spans a 20-meter (66-foot) wide chasm. The surrounding mountains rise to over 3,500 feet (1,067 meters) and feature numerous glaciers and hiking trails. The bridge was formed when the glaciers carved out a path through the rock.