Historic Route 66
The Old Chain of Rocks Bridge, IL

Once the major 66 thoroughfare between Illinois and Missouri, the Old Chain of Rocks Bridge crosses one of the most historic and scenic sections of the Mississippi River. Officially opened in June 1999 as a multi-use recreational trail, the Bridge is the longest pedestrian bridge in the world at 1 mile in length.

The Bridge offers a panoramic view of the St. Louis skyline and the Mississippi River. Several historically significant gothic-style water intake towers jut from the shoals, and the bridge's Route 66 heritage area includes a vintage Model A fire truck.