National Register of Historic Places

Natural Bridge

Natural Bridge is a historic place in Natural Bridge, Rockbridge County, Virginia, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on November 18, 1997, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 97001401.

Natural Bridge, Rockbridge County, VirginiaListed November 18, 1997NRIS #97001401★ National Historic Landmark
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About this place

What is Natural Bridge?

Natural Bridge is a geological formation in Rockbridge County, Virginia, United States, comprising a 215-foot-high (66 m) natural arch with a span of 90 feet (27 m). It is situated within a gorge carved from the surrounding mountainous limestone terrain by Cedar Creek, a small tributary of the James River. Consisting of horizontal limestone strata, Natural Bridge is the remains of the roof of a cave or tunnel through which the Cedar Creek once flowed.

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Listing details

Name
Natural Bridge
City
Natural Bridge
County
Rockbridge County
Listed on the National Register
November 18, 1997
NRIS reference number
97001401
Resource type
site
National Historic Landmark
Yes
Coordinates
37.62792, -79.54485
When was Natural Bridge listed on the National Register?

Natural Bridge was added to the National Register of Historic Places on November 18, 1997.

Where is Natural Bridge located?

Natural Bridge is located in Natural Bridge, Rockbridge County, Virginia at approximately 37.62792, -79.54485. See the map above.

Is Natural Bridge a National Historic Landmark?

Yes. Natural Bridge is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest federal recognition for a historic place.