Swinging Bridge

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Swinging Bridge, also known as Swinging Bridge Picnic Area, is a scenic spot in Yosemite National Park.^[1] It offers a view of Yosemite Falls and the Merced River.^[1][2]

Contrary to its name, the bridge itself does not swing.^[1] The original bridge was replaced with a fixed bridge after it was damaged by a flood in 1964.^[1] Severe flooding in 2018 caused debris such as trees and mattresses to stick to the sides of the bridge.^[2]

The land in the area resembles that of a beach.

The area on both sides of the bridge has mostly shallow water with a few areas from 6 feet (1.8 m) to 12 feet (3.7 m) deep.

Although official policy does not allow visitors to jump off the bridge, this is sometimes disregarded.^{[citation needed]}

Visitors are encouraged to shout at bears to scare them away.^[1]

37°44′12.941″N 119°36′0.418″W / 37.73692806°N 119.60011611°W / 37.73692806; -119.60011611

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