Bodie Creek Suspension Bridge
An abandoned suspension bridge on the Falkland Islands is crumbling into the water.

πŸ“œ Historic steel suspension bridge, once touted as the world's southernmost. Built 1924-1925 for sheep farming, it is now abandoned and deteriorating, located south of Goose Green on East Falkland, and closed since 1997 due to safety concerns.

Why Go

🌊 View a unique, crumbling structure and piece of engineering history over Bodie Creek.
πŸ“Έ Good photo opportunities, especially with nearby minefield signs, and for watching beautiful Falklands sunsets.
πŸ¦… Observe abundant birds of prey, popular with birders.
🚢 Suitable for a two-hour roundtrip walk from Goose Green.

Why Avoid

⚠️ Unsafe to cross, the structure is crumbling into the water and closed to traffic since 1997. 🚧 Minefields nearby, respect all clearly marked warning signs.

Tips

πŸš— Located south of Goose Green settlement, about a 10-15 minute drive.
πŸ—ΊοΈ The route to the bridge is signposted.

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