Alvord Lake Bridge Was A True Feat Of Engineering

Did you know it was America's first reinforced concrete bridge?                       Only In Your State ONLY NYOURSTATE Northern California Family attractions. Delicious restaurants. Amazing natural wonders. The coolest man-made landmarks around. Is there anything you can’t find in Northern California?! If you’re looking to explore our region this summer, you won’t want to miss the hand-picked suggestions we have for you in the articles below: happy adventuring! Trending Stories The First Reinforced Concrete Bridge In America, California’s Alvord Lake Bridge Was A True Feat Of Engineering San Francisco has some pretty special iconic bridges. But this one was ahead of its time. Though considered small by today’s engineering standards, the Alvord Lake Bridge was, nevertheless, "a big deal" when it first opened in 1889. Read more Fulfill Your Sense Of Adventure At SeaQuest, A Hands-On Zoo Aquarium In Northern California It can be tough to find a family activity that appeals to all ages and all personalities, but there's one destination that's bound to come through on all fronts. SeaQuest is a hands-on zoo aquarium in Folsom that has something for everyone! Here you can experience up-close encounters with a variety of animals, whether it be swimming with stingrays or feeding reptiles. Read more Baldwin Beach Has Some Of The Clearest Water In Northern California Spanning both sides of the California/Nevada State Line, Lake Tahoe is one of the most spectacular lakes in the country. Believed to have been formed during the ice ages approximately 2 million years ago, it is truly a natural wonder. It is here that you will find numerous spectacular beaches. Read more Northern California's Very First Italian Restaurant Has Literally Been Around Forever Would it surprise you to know the oldest Italian restaurant in California is located in San Francisco? Fior d’Italia opened in 1886. The restaurant’s name means, "flower of Italy". Read more The Marvelous 1.4-Mile Trail In Northern California Leads Adventurers To A Little-Known Overlook Now here’s a Northern California trail everyone can hike. The Shasta Dam Trail in Northern California is a short, looped trail that goes over Shasta Dam. With incredible views and a chance to learn something new, you can have a little adventure by exploring this little-known overlook. Read more Join Our Communities! If you love all things Northern California (and we know you probably do), follow us on social media! That's where you'll discover the newest Northern California articles, as well as one of the best communities for people who love Northern California on the Internet! * Follow our Only In Northern California Facebook Page to find the best things to do and see in Northern California * Discover the beauty of Northern California on Instagram @only.in.northern california * Start planning your next trip with Only In Your State on Pinterest * Explore awesome destinations across the country via Only In Your State on YouTube. Twitter   Instagram   Facebook   YouTube   Pinterest   Or, you can follow OnlyInYourState on Instagram to see some of the most beautiful hidden gem spots throughout the country! @onlyinyourstate instagram Only In Your State LLC, 1655 26th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90404 You may at any time.