Ayers Natural Bridge

Ayers Natural Bridge Park consists of 150 acres of land that was a part of the Ayres (pronounced airs) Ranch. They donated it for usage of events: weddings, reunions, photography shoots, and picnics – it is free of charge to use but you are expected to clean up after yourself. Rafting, hiking, mountain biking are all popular activities there.

No dogs are allowed, but for a reasonable fee The Station at Natural Bridge, named so because it used to be a filling station, https://www.thestationboarding.com/, will board your animal while you are there.

The park is believed to be the first tourist attraction in the country. Located between Glenrock and Douglas, just off I-15, Exit 151. It is only one of three natural stone bridges with water (the LaPreleCreek – in this case) running under it. It is described as nature’s work of art.

There is a camping and parking area, as well as fishing, horseshoe pits, volleyball court, playground, hiking paths, accompanied by an occasional snake. There is a trail that will take you to the top of the bridge – keep in mind it’s probably 50 feet high. Breathtakingly beautiful.

Many years ago when my husband and I still had hair, teeth, and a figure, we took a youth group from our church on a field trip to Natural Bridge. The kids roasted hot dogs, played games, and had a great time. I wish I had picture of the event, but I don’t. That was almost before cameras were invented…

A few pioneers went out of their way, as a break from the rigors of the trail, to view the place they had heard so much about. It wasn’t an easy task back then as no road was built to it until the early 1900s. They had to struggle down steep canyon walls and fight their way through a tangle of stubborn, scratchy brush to get to the site, often walking in the stream when passage became impossible, but it made a lasting impression on all who viewed it.

If you have the opportunity to visit this place, don’t pass it up. It’s a lovely, awesome place.