River Path Junction

02/18/2026

01/21/2026

Walk the Mighty Mississippi. ‘Sip Stroll on the Old Mississippi River Bridge offers a chance to cross the river on foot and take in views you do not see every day. It is history, scenery, and a truly unforgettable Vicksburg experience.

Upcoming ‘Sip Stroll Walk Dates:
January 23 | 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
January 30 | 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
February 6 | 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
February 13 | 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
February 20 | 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
February 27 | 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Pick a date, plan ahead, and enjoy one of the most unique walks in .

01/16/2026

Make this glorious day better as you take in the spectacular views of the River!

Today’s the day! Ever walked across the Mighty Mississippi? You can today from 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. at ‘Sip Stroll on the Old Mississippi River Bridge. Take in unforgettable views and experience history like never before in .

08/26/2025

The first of two upcoming dates to walk the Old Mississippi River Bridge will be this Friday, August 29.The Warren County Board of…

06/22/2023

So much happening July 1-4! Invite your friends to Visit Vicksburg this July. Book your boutique hotel today!

04/12/2023

YES, YOU HEARD RIGHT...
The highway 80 bridge will be open this Saturday from 10-6, with a brief closure sometime during the day for trains to cross. Please get the word out and take a stroll over the Mighty Miss. The bridge is an asset that benefits tourism, economic development and our local community, so let’s get out there and show why it should be open daily!

Mighty Sip Fest Offers Over 25 Events | With over 25 events stretching over April 13-16 download this image to keep track of all the events or visit the website at https://www.visitvicksburg.com/mighty-sip-fest-vicksburg/. This is a great time to invite your out-of-town friends to come visit Vickburg! Several of our boutique hotels are offering discounts during the Mighty 'Sip Fest.

12/04/2021

Congratulations! What an amazing accomplishment! They Made It!!
I-74 Mississippi River Bridge - Offering pedestrians and cyclists a rare connection over the Mississippi River.

The day many Quad Citizens have long awaited for is here. Soon, motorists will be able to drive on the Illinois-bound side of the I-74 Mississippi River Brid...

11/23/2021

Thank you, Beth Palmer, for this article.
Kansas Bridge That Once Carried Cattle Cars to Become an Open-Air Food Court
Developer is hoping to emulate other successful infrastructure transformations
Read in The Wall Street Journal:

Developer is hoping to emulate other successful infrastructure transformations

10/15/2021

For 20 years the railroad has prevented Warren County from having any gainful use of our bridge. It is time to say "ENOUGH!" and get on with giving residents of Warren County and visitors to the area the exhilarating experience of walking and cycling over one of the great waterways of the world.

We thank The Vicksburg Post for writing the below article. (https://www.vicksburgpost.com/2021/10/15/friends-of-the-old-mississippi-river-bridge-request-arpa-funds/)

We are asking AS MANY AS POSSIBLE to please write a letter to the editor or your supervisor to express your feelings on utilizing this great asset.

Below you will also find the info needed to connect to the Vicksburg Post and your supervisor. (same info is also found on their websites) "Alone we can do so little...together we can do so much"

https://www.vicksburgpost.com/submit/letters-to-editor/ or email [email protected]

District 1 - Edward Herring
Office Phone: (601) 634-8073
Cell: (601) 630-5560
Email: [email protected]
District 2 - William H. Banks, Jr
Office Phone: (601) 634-8073
Email: [email protected]
District 3 - Shawn Jackson
Office Phone: (601) 634-8073
Cell: (601) 618-3019
Email: [email protected]
District 4 - Dr. Jeffery P. Holland
Office Phone: (601) 634-8073
Cell Phone: (601) 631-4478
Email: [email protected]
District 5 - Kelle Barfield
Office Phone: (601) 634-8073
Cell: (601) 529-8904
Email: [email protected]

Efforts in opening the Old Mississippi River Bridge to pedestrian traffic could continue with the help of American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA) ARPA funding. On Oct. 4, Linda Fondren and Buddy Dees, representatives from the Friends of the Old Mississippi River Bridge, submitted a proposal to the W...

10/14/2021

Stay tuned for a “Call to Action” and update coming soon!

05/13/2020

An organization dedicated to permanently opening the road deck of the Old Mississippi River Bridge to pedestrians is continuing its efforts to get the bridge reopened, one of its members said. “The Friends of the Vicksburg Bridge are still actively pursuing talks with the Warren County Board of Su...