Royal Gorge Bridge & Park

Bridge Canon City, Colorado, United States
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What to expect

The Royal Gorge Bridge & Park is a popular tourist destination located in Canon City, Colorado. The park features a suspension bridge that spans 1,257 feet and is suspended 956 feet above the Arkansas River, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. Visitors can walk across the bridge, which is made up of 1,257 wooden planks, and take in the stunning views of the gorge. The park also offers a variety of activities, including a Via Ferrata course, a Skycoaster, and a zip line. The Via Ferrata course is a guided climbing experience that allows visitors to conquer the gorge and take in the views from a unique perspective. The Skycoaster is a thrilling ride that swings visitors over the edge of the gorge at speeds of up to 50 mph. The zip line is a hands-free ride that takes visitors across the gorge, offering stunning views of the surrounding landscape. The park is also home to a variety of other attractions, including a historic railroad and a dinosaur exhibit. The park is ADA compliant, with wheelchair accessibility to many of its attractions, including the visitor center, gondolas, and theater. Service animals are welcome, and non-service dogs are allowed in the park but not in the restaurants or on the rides

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This family's experience:

Activities: We walked the Bridge, rode the Gondola across the gorge, visited the Theater, and the giant playground called Playland

Highlights: We enjoyed the adrenaline rush from the Royal Rush Skycoaster ✨