Its beauty is to aesthetically entice and attract the eyes visiting the Waco Convention Center. Unfortunately, it lacks servicing the close proximity of the EAST WACO Citizenry and Community's needs. The Bledsoe Miller Park has an overdue tribute statue of Doris Miller-but the city has erased Moore High School, Jefferson Moore High School, the late Indian Springs Middle School-leaving no where for the black community to access, heritage.., and the be active, and be a part integral to Waco pride. The Bledsoe Miller park located on Bridge Street-Elm/Washington Avenue was where black families had Easter Egg Hunts, played baseball and softball. It was where my dad pushed me high in the swing where I tried to touch the trees that grew upward seemingly enabling me to touch the sky. There are fewer park benches-no pits to roast hotdogs, grill burgers, or heat s'mores 'till the marshmallows almost melted away and burned ! .., There are the no public outdoor swimming pools on the East Side of the mighty Brazos-part of the Red River and the -Colorado River. Our Brazos River has 7 tributaries.. home of the historic Chisholm Trail, the route used in the post-Civil War era to drive cattle overland from ranches in southern Texas, across the Red River into Indian Territory, and ending at Kansas rail stops. A little further south was the great Cotton Palace that was erased also. The Cotton Palace was an exhibition ground in the area of Clay Avenue, Dutton Avenue and South Sixteenth Street in Waco, Texas, from 1895 to 1930. Waco was central to amazing history with Waco Connally Airforce Base has only remnants that still exist today. Along with the Waco Veteran's Hospital that has diminished where as the Olin E. Teague Veteran's Medical Center located in Temple,Texas; 40-45 miles south of WACO has grown and is basically replaced the Waco VA as an essential government based medical facility. Walker's Auditorium where WACO, Texas (a report done by FOX 44 NEWS) - When looking back at East Waco there are few things more iconic than Walker's Auditorium. However, the venue has been forgotten - there is not one picture of the famed building that seems to exist. On a street in East Waco stands the daughter of a trailblazer. Charlotte Floyd-Love, the only child of Herbert Walker - the legendary Black -Waco businessman who opened up the iconic Walker's Auditorium in 1945. Even though there are no pictures of it, remnants of the famed building is like time has passed on and remains only in the mind's eye of their grandchildren born in the late 1940's and 50's.. Behind the old bricks echoed the music of legends. "Ike and Tina" and "Little Stevie" rocked East Waco with their immense talent, but Charlotte shares there were so many more. *My mother, who worked for Mr. Charlie DeVall at the best restaurant in Waco-the Chicken Shack favored Walker's Auditorium, was fortunate to go there and swoon over her favorite, the incomparable Billy Eckstein. "B.B. King was one of my very special ones..." she gushes. "Bobby Blue Bland. I enjoyed all....love them. Gladys Knight. James Brown..." ***I am sad that the city of Waco is disappearing. WE NEED MORE WALKING PATHS LIKE THE MCC OUTDOOR WALKING TRACK- and the nice and adequate Baylor University Outdoor track named for the recently passed great Track Coach -Coach Clyde Heart whom I met and engaged with twice in the last year. He Coached my classmates Michael Beck, and Larry M. Davis-as well as several Gold Medalist Olympians, including Dallas,Texas native Michael Johnson, along with Jeremy Wariner, and Darold Williamson. We need a weatherized-cushioned walking path for all Wacoans: Extending from the Highway 77L and MLK Jr. Boulevard along to pass magnificent Baylor's McLane Stadium to extend pass Franklin Avenue near Indian Spring Park to down along the Brazos River Walk winding down past the Herring Bridge to Brazos Park East!! Make us all a safe, pertinent, durable walking path/ track to walk, build health, hope, and dream for the future, execute the present, and reminisce and improve upon the past. Why Not ? Because we surely do need it.., ...Why, because there is no insulated mapped out walking trail for us like the awesome McLennan Community College outdoor walking track located at 1400 College Drive 76708. Indian Spring Park seems to be only a place for a few people to picnic. read more

The Waco Suspension Bridge is located in downtown Waco a few feet from the Waco Convention Center. It is filled with a rich history, built in 1870 with cables from John Roebling's, the same company that provided cables to the Brooklyn Bridge. The bridge spans 475-feet, and at one point, was considered the longest single-span suspension bridge west of the Mississippi. The Waco Suspension Bridge is majestic, yet aesthetically pleasing. It now serves as a pedestrian crossing. When you walk out on the bridge, it is peaceful, quiet and serene. Listening to the water meander under the bridge almost puts you in a trance. In addition to the bridge, the steers in the front of the bridge are being renovating...painted and sealed with hot wax. read more

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great bridge to walk over the river. the wooden walking paths on the side are nice and there was no trash on the bridge. read more

Waco Suspension Bridge - Landmarks & Historical Buildings Near Me - Waco, Texas

Great place to enjoy an afternoon or evening activities such as walks, runs, biking, picnicking or watching the sun rise or set. Built 1870 the 1st Bridge to cross the Brazos River surrounded by sculptures of cattle in the downtown area. Easy parking great place to chill. read more

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Completed in 1869 (That's not a typo. 1869.), the bridge crosses the Brazos River in Waco. A major undertaking at the time due to Waco's remote location, it was considered to be a marvel of engineering. More than 3 million bricks make up the twin double towers. The cables that make up the bridge were brought in by wagons. The first suspension bridge in Texas, it was built to be wide enough for stagecoaches to pass each other. Or for cattle to cross on one side of the bridge while pedestrians crossed on the other. Yes, as the only bridge over the Brazos, Waco was a critical stop on the Chisholm Trail that was used to drive cattle to the railroads. There have been no tolls to cross the bridge since 1889. It has been open to vehicles, stagecoaches, and cattle until 1971 when it was reduced to pedestrians and bicycles only. [Review 821 of 2024 - 576 in Texas - 21852 overall] read more

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A cool suspension bridge over the Brazo River that was built in the late19th century. It connects the India Spring Park on the south banks to the Doris Miller Memorial on the North banks of the Brazo River. The engineering and architecture are fantastic. On a nice day it is a good place to jog, bike, or walk. It is a great place to take pictures, especially at sunset. read more

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The Waco Suspension Bridge is rich in history. It sits in the downtown Waco area. It was complete in the 1800s. At the time of completion the was the longest single span bridge west of the Mississippi. Its 475 foot span made it the first suspension bridge in Texas. The bridge was part of the Chisholm Trail Crossing. The bridge was wide enough for stagecoaches, cattle and people to cross without issuIt sits across the street from the Hilton Waco with a few other hotels in the area. It also is surrounded by parks with Martin Luther King Jr Blvd close by. You must visit this historic site if in Waco. read more

Cool bridge in Waco, TX. It's cool to walk around and check out the area. Great place to work out and go for a walk! read more

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Such a cool piece of history. Bridge built in 1870 and updated and maintained by Waco. Cool sculptures as you enter with markers and a great smooth place to walk. Even works for those with walkers or wheelchairs. It's a great place for visitors and locals to hang out and enjoy the sights. read more

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"I've seen the bridge and the bridge is long And they built it high and they built it strong" (Elton John/Bernie Taupin) It seems as though half of Waco is under construction with barriers and road closings everywhere. Our hopes to visit the famous Waco Suspension Bridge fell victim to all of that construction. The bridge was closed so we couldn't walk across it. The best we could do was see it from the Riverwalk, so this review is heavily skewed towards the Riverwalk, and its features and statues on both sides of the Brazos River. The Riverwalk is a very cool network of sidewalks, grass paths that either run along the riverbanks or are slightly elevated to a higher level overlooking the river. We saw a variety of animal statues as you approach the zoo, and a series of memorials honoring the war dead from various American wars. You'll get magnificent views of the Brazos River and that Waco Suspension Bridge. read more

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Decided to take a drive to Waco to check out their suspension bridge. Noted as the 1st bridge across the Brazos River, opened in 1870 as a toll bridge but is now for foot traffic only. There's plenty of free street parking along the River, great shaded areas along the banks for fishing, picnics or chilling! Nice paved paths on both sides of the River for a leisurely walk. Plenty of photo opportunities with large bronze statues of cattle and cowboys and a WWII memorial across the bridge. read more

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This has to be one of the most romantic spots in Texas. Best time to see it is during sunset on a clear day. This 1870 bridge attracts many visitors and when you see it from a distance the beauty of the design stands out. The southern entrance (downtown side) starts out by seeing a collection of cattle sculptures called "Trail Boss & Longhorn" all leading to get on the bridge where this was part of the Chisolm Trail. The suspension bridge has large towers providing an entryway for pedestrians. The wood deck reminds you this had history to a time before concrete or asphalt. The views as you walk provide many photo spots. As the sun sets the lights on the bridge starts to shine and sparkle. You can touch and feel the steel and cables supporting this bridge and imagine how it was like to have horse pulling wagons and hundreds of cattle crossing the Brazos River. I noticed some have brought a Paris tradition here my placing "love locks" on the fence along the bridge. So whenever in Waco take some time to experience the ambience of this bridge. read more

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It's hard to believe that this bridge was once used solely for cattle crossings. Over a century ago, you would be charged 5 cents per each head of cattle to pass over this historic bridge. Back then, it was the only way to cross over the Brazos River. Fast forward to today, and it is now hailed as a historical Texas landmark. It is now used as a pedestrian passing and connects Indian Spring Park to Doris D Miller Park. Throughout the year, many festivals and fairs are thrown at Indian Spring Park just outside of the bridge. Many locals and tourists gather here on Independence Day to watch fireworks and to walk the bridge at night. The views of the Brazos River from the bridge are so serene. Other bridges are also viewable along the path. There are obvious signs of wear and tear, but it is still standing strong after 100+ years of operation. It's truly a beautiful structure, and a must see while visiting the city of Waco. read more

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This is a great place to explore, take photo or just relax. There are paths to under the bridge to walk on. The area is nice, well kept and clean. It is not far from the Magnolia market area. Parking is on the street, at least where we parked. It is beautiful to enjoy on a nice day. It was a great area for the kiddos to roam, climb and explore. read more

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We headed here after dinner at Cricket's for an evening stroll to get the wiggles out. When we arrived there was a man riding a super tall unicycle! It was so fun! We took some pictures and a took a walk across the bridge! It was a beautiful night! read more

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This is a landmark you have to visit when in Waco. It is the oldest suspension bridge still in use West of the Mississippi. This was THE way to go for many up and down Texas. Engineering wise, it is pleasing to the eyes as well as well designed. Obviously, it has been beefed up a few times since the cattle drives that last went across. These days, it is more pedestrian. It is also the finish line for the annual TriWaco triathlon (the reason I was here.) It is worth a stop, take a few pictures and let the kids walk across and remind them of the times before cars. read more

The Bridge itself was under construction. We still got to see some great side views and saw a massive amount of Ducks. Under the Brazos River. read more

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Part of the cattle drive? Really? What an amazing bridge with great views of the Brazos River. Be sure to check out both sides. Good area for walking and talking a break, especially if you are on a road trip up or down 35. There seems to be plenty of parking, though I would not leave valuables in plain sight. Minus one star for all the creepy people loitering about. Nothing bad happened, and we were not approached, but it did give the area a weird vibe. Learning about the "Tortilla Toss" was kinda of interesting. Should I tell you or do want to learn for yourself? Bottom line: If in Waco, it's definitely worth checking out (and not too far from the Dr. Pepper Museum). read more

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I find it odd that the suspension bridge has a Yelp page but it's such a quintessential part of Texas history and it's certainly an iconic Waco image. It was crucial to the growth of the town back in the 19th century. I've known the Baylor swing dance soceity to occasionally hold a dance on the bridge. More popular though is tortilla tossing. People toss tortillas over the bridge over the water and try to get it on a landing maybe 10 to 15 feet away. It's possible, fun and relatively inexpensive. There are often ducks and other waterfowl that eat the excess tortillas that inevitably fall into the Brazos. Some folks also like to take pictures here during the daytime. read more

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Really enjoyed the scenery of the Waco Bridge. A lot of historical learning are posted & interesting to see. Would love to visit again!! read more

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Excellent place to see a bit of history along the Brazos river. This is a 150 year old site that is well preserved and well presented. read more

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Cool historical site. There's a small plaque with info about the history of the bridge. The statues of the longhorns and cattle drivers were interesting to see. A cool part of Waco's history; a must-see for visitors. read more

Waco Suspension Bridge - A small building off the bridge - Landmarks & Historical Buildings Near Me - Waco, Texas

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This is a nice little stop between Austin and Dallas. Spent about 30 minutes walking around checking out the bridge and talking to folks. There's some nice little history here, so worth a stop. read more

What a neat bridge along MLK Blvd. We traveled there via the free trolley Waco offers (thank you).I thought bridge would be longer. Lots of great egrets and ducks. read more

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I came here on a Saturday afternoon, the air is cool, breezy and crisp, that made the walk around the bridge more enjoyable. If you are in Waco, come out and relax on the bridge or walk around the Brazo river. read more

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Very cool bridge and shaded park. The benches are completely shaded by huge tree so great place for picnic. read more

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I was scared by" suspension" .After I walked there, it was so stable. I ate Mexican food at Ninfa restaurant.To walk around the bridge was a good exercise.Please walk on the bridge! read more

Bridge was awesome to take in. Built so long ago and drill standing. Is a must see if your in waco. read more

Waco Suspension Bridge - PAN of the Waco suspension bridge. We arrived at 6am but still beautiful view of the bridge. - Landmarks & Historical Buildings Near Me - Waco, Texas

A great location of some Texas history. Took a day trip to Waco and this is one of the spots we visited. Has a great view. Great area for a walk. read more

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I thought I should say more about the Bridge. This is the most beautiful place in Waco. Take a look at my bridge pix on Flickr at http://www.flickr.com/photos/25438050@N02/2398593090/ to see some different moods of the bridge. It might be the most beautiful bridge in Texas with, perhaps, the exception of its elder sister, the Pennybacker Bridge in Austin. Anyway, walk onto the Waco Suspension bridge and go halfway across so that you can sit on the cables where they dip to their lowest point just a few feet from the ground. Watch the water, watch the mud ducks spalsh, watch the traffic on I-35 and then think back to 1870 when the bridge was opened. Cattle, horses, wagons and carriages, and of course people used this bridge to cross between east and west Waco. Animals and people both had to pay a toll. Today, it is free. It is at its most beautiful at sunset when the stucco is bathed in a golden glow. Also, look underneath the bridge and you can see the original bricks. When it was built, it had old-timey crenellated brick turrets at the apexes. Now it's all smooth. read more

Really beautiful. It's definately worth the stop. There are other sites to see close by.

Traveling along the I-35 Corridor between DFW and Austin? Waco Suspension Bridge is worth a Stop. Great Shade Tree places for a blanket, a chair or even a bench next to flowered beds. Oh, you can walk along the Brazos River for as far as it takes to burn off that lunch or until your heart is content. Don't forget to stroll across that Old Suspension Bridge. During the Summer weekends at the Suspension Bridge include free jazz concerts on the lawns and a huge 4th of July Extravaganza where the Bridge is pack with party goers! The experience is exuberant! I going again this year and I'm getting there earlier to get a good spot for the big concert and to people watch. Throughout the year, prom-goers and bridal parties and sweet-15/16ers demand to take their photos there because is just that BEAUTIFUL! read more

Pretty cool feature in the middle if town. History is neat as well. Used to get cattle across the Brazos river back in the day.

Great place to people watch, in a non-creepy way of course.

Holds a special place in the hearts of some of my family as one of their great grandfathers helped to build it.

Great place to stop and visit. It's conveniently located next to the Hilton and several local restaurants and businesses.

I personally think the Waco suspension bridge is okay. I don't mind coming here whenever because it is nice to walk around, but not that impressive to me. I think it makes it more enjoyable when you go with a group of friends or when you just want to go get some fresh air by yourself. I came here during the day with some friends to feed the ducks and I don't find their ducks the normal kind because when we were giving bread, they just kept coming near us and panting like a dog. Anyway definitely a place to visit when in Waco. read more

Great views, fun for biking & walking. I've had plenty of portrait sessions here & my clients are never disappointed. Its a beautiful place & fun to walk around & explore. You can even go down some stairs & go on a "river walk". read more

visited the Waco Suspension bridge last weekend. Its pretty cool as far as suspension bridges go. Its not very high. But all in all its a good attraction. read more