Most People Don’t Know The Story Behind Vance Creek Bridge In Washington
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Jessica Wick
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Did you know Washington has a bridge to nowhere? Of course, this wasn’t always the case — the Vance Creek Bridge was once and important part of our local logging industry. It eventually became a short hike destination and a hot spot for photographers, but since it’s on private property, there’s not much happening there these days.
What's left of the bridge is located in Shelton, and it's easy to find... but it's on private property, so you may want to admire it from afar.
It was originally constructed by the Simpson Logging Company and utilized for decades before being abandoned.
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The bridge appeared all over social media platforms as tourists taking selfies and sitting on the bridge with their legs dangling over the side.
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Authorities started cracking down, giving out No Trespassing tickets and even placing barbed wire around the north side.
Green Diamond has denied this, but the company has put out many official statements asking people to stay off the bridge.
There is a short 1.4-mile hike near Hoodsport that will lead you to it, should you want to take some photos and see it for yourself.
Unfortunately, that isn't clear. But hopefully, this important piece of history can be preserved.
Have you ever heard of the Vance Creek Bridge? If you’d rather see some that are more accessible, check out these covered bridges.
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Vance Creek Bridge, Vance Creek Viaduct Trail, Shelton, WA 98584, USA