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Stillwater Lift Bridge – Stillwater Lift Bridge loop from Pine Springs

Stillwater Lift Bridge – Stillwater Lift Bridge loop from Pine Springs

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Stillwater Lift Bridge – Stillwater Lift Bridge loop from Pine Springs

02:22

57.1km

340m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 12, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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2.42 km

Capaul's Pond

Lake

7.88 km

Duluth Junction

Highlight • Trail

At the intersection of the Gateway and Brown's Creek trails sits a small pavilion about the railroads that were used on these trails, and a couple of picnic tables. A common resting place for people using the trails.

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7.91 km

Duluth Junction – Brown's Creek State Trail & Gateway State Trail Intersection

Highlight • Trail

The Brown's Creek State Trail and Gateway State Trail meet here at Duluth Junction. There is a large parking area along with restrooms at this trailhead, making it a great spot to start your ride.

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14.1 km

The Stone Bridge Near Stillwater

Highlight • Bridge

Only visible from the bike trail.

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15.0 km

Scenic overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

A great spot to rest and enjoy the babbling creek next to the trail.

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17.9 km

Stillwater Lift Bridge

Highlight (Segment) • Bridge

For a glimpse of history and a scenic stroll, hike over the Stillwater Lift Bridge, a rare example of a vertical-lift bridge that spans the St. Croix River between Minnesota and Wisconsin. Built in 1931, the bridge features steel trusses, concrete balustrades and a movable span that lifts for boat traffic12. Enjoy the views of the river and the charming town of Stillwater, then explore its cultural and natural attractions on foot or by bike. The bridge is part of a loop trail that connects to the new St. Croix Crossing Bridge3.

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18.3 km

Stillwater Lift Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Built in 1931, this vertical lift bridge connects downtown Stillwater to Wisconsin. The bridge is now bike/pedestrian only and part of the new Loop Trail that also connects to the St. Croix Bridge further south.

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36.1 km

St. Croix Crossing Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Spanning the scenic St. Croix River between Minnesota and Wisconsin, the St. Croix Crossing Bridge is a stunning feat of engineering and design. It’s one of only two extradosed bridges in the USA, blending cable-stayed and concrete box elements for a sleek and elegant look. Opened in 2017, the bridge offers a wonderful walking path with panoramic views.

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57.1 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

43.0 km

7.05 km

6.44 km

265 m

260 m

150 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

55.3 km

1.48 km

261 m

173 m

Elevation

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Highest point (320 m)

Lowest point (200 m)

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Friday 26 June

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63 %

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Stillwater Lift Bridge – Stillwater Lift Bridge loop from Pine Springs

Duluth Junction

Duluth Junction – Brown's Creek State Trail & Gateway State Trail Intersection

The Stone Bridge Near Stillwater

Scenic overlook

Stillwater Lift Bridge

Stillwater Lift Bridge

St. Croix Crossing Bridge

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