Stillwater Lift Bridge – Duluth Junction loop from Gem Lake

Stillwater Lift Bridge – Duluth Junction loop from Gem Lake

Moderate

4.9

(9709)

9,710

riders

Stillwater Lift Bridge – Duluth Junction loop from Gem Lake

02:20

56.3km

350m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 26, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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29.3 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 …

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33.5 km

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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36.8 km

Scenic overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

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

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37.7 km

The Stone Bridge Near Stillwater

Highlight • Bridge

Only visible from the bike trail.

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43.8 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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43.9 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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56.3 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

25.6 km

24.0 km

6.59 km

192 m

Surfaces

56.0 km