Stillwater Lift Bridge – Duluth Junction loop from Stillwater

Stillwater Lift Bridge – Duluth Junction loop from Stillwater

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Stillwater Lift Bridge – Duluth Junction loop from Stillwater

01:52

45.1km

270m

Road cycling

Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 20, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

Get Directions

756 m

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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10.3 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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13.5 km

Gateway State Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Gateway State Trail is a paved 18-mile multi-use trail from the city of St. Paul to Pine Point Regional Park.

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15.7 km

Capaul's Pond

Lake

31.9 km

Wrought Iron Truss Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Originally built in 1873, this truss bridge was moved to the Gateway Trail in 2011.

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36.3 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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