In Eastern Arizona, between the city of Payson and the town of Pine, is the largest Travertine natural bridge in the world. Discovered by a Scotsman in 1877, it is now a state park and a lovely place to spend an afternoon.

Blizzard Weather at Tonto Natural Bridge

By: Paul S Cilwa	Occurred: 3/9/2009		Page Views: 1,100
Hashtags: #Places #Zach #Arizona #Payson
The day I took Zach and his friend on a snow day north of Payson.
Estimated reading time: 1 minute(s) (48 words)

Each year after a heavy snowfall, I've taken my grandson, Zach, up to the Payson area so he and a friend or two could play in the snow. This year was no exception, and as Zach has grown so has his ability to create giant snowballs.

Introducing Keith to Tonto Natural Bridge

By: Paul S Cilwa	Occurred: 3/13/2017		Page Views: 1,051
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I take Keith for his first visit to the world's largest travertine natural arch.
Estimated reading time: 3 minute(s) (650 words)

Keith had never been to Tonto Natural Bridge State Park. So I felt it was my responsibility to make sure he didn't miss out on this Arizona gem.