United States Arizona Phoenix Phoenix Guide Nightlife Things To Do Essentials Restaurants Where to Stay Events Getaways All Phoenix Tonto Natural Bridge State Park Written by Judy Hedding Judy Hedding is a Phoenix resident and has written more than 1,000 articles about Greater Phoenix and Arizona since 2000. Tripsavvy's Editorial Guidelines Judy Hedding Updated 04/12/21 Share Pin Email alexeys / Getty Images Arizona Natural Wonder North of Payson Tonto Natural Bridge State Park, about an hour and a half from Phoenix, is believed to be the largest natural travertine bridge in the world. The bridge stands 183 feet high over a 400-foot long tunnel that measures 150 feet at its widest point. Visitors to Tonto Natural Bridge State Park can stand on top of the bridge or hike down below. Note: These pictures were taken in 2004. In February 2009 the Tonto Natural Bridge State Park was closed for repairs. This park begins opening on select weekends in May 2009. Check the official web site (link below) for schedule information. Note: These pictures were taken in 2004. In February 2009 the Tonto Natural Bridge State Park was closed for repairs. This park begins opening on select weekends in May 2009. Check the official web site (link below) for schedule information. First View © Judy Hedding Note: These pictures were taken in 2004. In February 2009 the Tonto Natural Bridge State Park was closed for repairs. This park begins opening on select weekends in May 2009. Check the official web site (link below) for schedule information. Look Inside © Judy Hedding Note: These pictures were taken in 2004. In February 2009 the Tonto Natural Bridge State Park was closed for repairs. This park begins opening on select weekends in May 2009. Check the official web site (link below) for schedule information. Walk Down © Judy Hedding Note: These pictures were taken in 2004. In February 2009 the Tonto Natural Bridge State Park was closed for repairs. This park begins opening on select weekends in May 2009. Check the official web site (link below) for schedule information. A Steep Trip © Judy Hedding Note: These pictures were taken in 2004. In February 2009 the Tonto Natural Bridge State Park was closed for repairs. This park begins opening on select weekends in May 2009. Check the official web site (link below) for schedule information. The Hike Is Worth the Effort © Judy Hedding Note: These pictures were taken in 2004. In February 2009 the Tonto Natural Bridge State Park was closed for repairs. This park begins opening on select weekends in May 2009. Check the official web site (link below) for schedule information. Stabd Under the Bridge © Judy Hedding Note: These pictures were taken in 2004. In February 2009 the Tonto Natural Bridge State Park was closed for repairs. This park begins opening on select weekends in May 2009. Check the official web site (link below) for schedule information. Climbing Back Up © Judy Hedding Note: These pictures were taken in 2004. In February 2009 the Tonto Natural Bridge State Park was closed for repairs. This park begins opening on select weekends in May 2009. Check the official web site (link below) for schedule information. Beautiful Surroundings © Judy Hedding Note: These pictures were taken in 2004. In February 2009 the Tonto Natural Bridge State Park was closed for repairs. This park begins opening on select weekends in May 2009. Check the official web site (link below) for schedule information. Heed the Warnings © Judy Hedding Note: These pictures were taken in 2004. In February 2009 the Tonto Natural Bridge State Park was closed for repairs. This park begins opening on select weekends in May 2009. Check the official web site (link below) for schedule information. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Share Pin Email Tell us why! Submit