The La Manche suspension bridge has two access points. There is a 2.7 km (1.6 mi) hike along the East Coast Trail from Bauline East. Park at the designated East Coast Trail parking place at the harbour and hike south from there. Alternatively, park at the end of the Lamanche Road, off highway 10 past the entrance to the La Manche Provincial park, and walk for less than 2 km (1.2 mi) to the bridge.
Waves destroyed the original suspension bridge at La Manche Harbour on 28 January 1966. The East Coast Trail Association erected this bridge in 1999. It was officially opened 17 June 2000.
The bridge is dedicated to former residents of La Manche Village, many of whom resettled in nearby communities.
"There are things we will never see, unless we walk to them." - Thomas A. Clark
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