Kootenai Falls Swinging Bridge

LANDMARK, WATCHABLE WILDLIFE |

Built by the Forest Service to access forest fires across the Kootenai River, this foot bridge was destroyed by a major flood in 1948. The bridge was rebuilt on concrete piers and is now protected from flooding by Libby Dam. Used for administrative purposes, it also offers a breathtaking view of the Kootenai River gorge directly below Kootenai Falls. It is at an elevation of 2,100 feet.

Area Map: Kootenai National Forest Visitors Map

USGS Map1: Kootenai Falls

Township 31N, Range 33W, Section 14

  • PHOTOGRAPHY
  • SIGHTSEEING
  • WILDLIFE VIEWING
  • FOOD SERVICES
  • PARKING
  • PICNIC TABLES
  • PUBLIC RESTROOM
  • SNACK BAR
  • From Troy, travel east 6 miles on US Highway 2.From Troy, travel east 6 miles on US Highway 2.

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