Bridge to Nowhere (San Gabriel Mountains)

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The Bridge to Nowhere is an arch bridge that was built in 1936 north of Azusa, California in the San Gabriel Mountains at 34°16′59.8″N, 117°44′48.8″WCoordinates: 34°16′59.8″N, 117°44′48.8″W. It spans the East Fork of the San Gabriel River and was meant to be part of a road connecting the San Gabriel Valley with Wrightwood. The East Fork Road was still under construction when it was washed out during the great flood of March 1-2, 1938. [1] The East Fork Road project was abandoned as a result of the flood, leaving the bridge forever stranded in the middle of what is now the Sheep Mountain Wilderness. The bridge is only accessible via 9 mile round-trip hike or on horseback. As of winter 2006, the trail following the former roadway is faint and washed out in several places.⁽¹⁾ Generally, one follows the river up its course, with several stream crossings before the ascent to the level of the bridge. Bungee jumping is a popular activity at this bridge. The firm "Bungee America" guides customers to the bridge and facilitates the jump experience.⁽²⁾