Lover’s Leap Bridge

This frightening swinging bridge, located in Iowa Mill, is one of many awesome sights to see in Iowa. Nicknamed the Lover’s Leap Bridge, the bridge was built in 1886 and reconstructed again in 1904. In 1922, the bridge collapsed on two lovers and was rebuilt again. Since that time, the bridge has become a much-loved, daring attraction. Of note, the bridge is 262 feet long and suspended between two trees in the woods of Columbus Junction. The site of the bridge is home to many local legends including that the area is haunted by ghosts, a lovesick Native American woman once threw herself from the bridge, and many others. Even if you visit the bridge unaware of its history and the legends, the bridge is frightening in and of itself. The bridge has been repeatedly condemned for safety reasons and the magnitude of its height is enough to scare off even the local ghosts. If you’re looking for unusual places to visit in Iowa, be sure to check out The Columbus Junction Bridge. Address: 303 Oak St, Columbus Junction, IA 52738, United States