The photogenic Bob Dunning Memorial Bridge was built by district craftsmen in 2007 to honor a local conservationist. It marks the northern entrance to Pondicherry Park, in the heart of Bridgton. This 66-acre woodland park is filled with trails and wildlife. There are five entry points; the simplest access is via the Bob Dunning covered bridge from the parking lot behind the Magic Lantern theater.
Pondicherry Park
Western Maine
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