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Stone Arch Bridge

West River Road and Portland Ave, Minnesota Historical Society, Minneapolis, MN 55414 (Downtown)
612-627-5433
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Ranked #2 of 27 activities in Minneapolis
Type: Bridges, Waterfalls, Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Owner description: Considered the only bridge of its kind, this soaring structure is made of native granite and limestone measuring 2,100 feet in length across the... more » Owner description: Considered the only bridge of its kind, this soaring structure is made of native granite and limestone measuring 2,100 feet in length across the mighty Mississippi. « less
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New York City, New York
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2013 NEW via mobile

Spend an afternoon wandering around the riverfront and include a walk over the Stone Arch Bridge. A nice way to experiencd some of the nature Minneapolis has to offer.

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Falls Church, VA
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

The Stone Arch bridge and the Heritage Trail are worth the visit. Great place to people watch, walk, bike, or run. There are a number of information points that provide the history of the place from the flour mills to the Indian portage trail around the falls, to the great men who shaped and helped settle Minneapolis. Worth an hour... More

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Minneapolis, Minnesota
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 March 2013

This is a great site to see in Minneapolis if you can see it at night. It is lit from underneath and is just fantastic... either from the shore or from a boat (only a few boats are allowed to go through the locks to get close on the water!). It is also a great site to walk across to... More

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Minnesota
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 March 2013

Weird to walk alone because lots of couples frequent it at all hours. But I am cool with it. Usually someone is playing music which is actually cool to watch. I like talented ppl.

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White Bear Lake, Minnesota
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 March 2013

I remember riding trains across the Stone Arch Bridge in the 1960's and early 1970's; it was a dramatic beginning to several trips to Chicago, slowly snaking over the Mississippi River, historic St. Anthony one one side, downtown Minneapolis on the other, grain mills and historic building on both. My parents wrote a guide book to the Twin Cities back... More

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Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 March 2013

The Stone Arch Bridge in Minneapolis was once a railroad bridge over the Mississippi river that connected the two halves of Minneapolis. It was crucial to the factories that depended on the Mississippi's water supply to transport flour and local made goods. Now, the bridge is a foot trail for bikers, walkers, and runners, connecting the vast network of biking... More

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Falcon Heights, Minnesota
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 March 2013

The historic railroad bridge is now a walk and bike path across the Mississippi over the St Anthony Falls. Whether you're a history buff, a bird watcher, a lock and dam collector, or an outdoors seeker, the Stone Arch Bridge charms everyone. We always check it out during the December Christmas Bird Count, and frequently spy rarities that no one... More

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Saint Paul, Minnesota
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 February 2013

One of thee most iconic spots in Minneapolis & I love walking the bridge. The view is awesome, especially if you appreciate this city! Great photo ops too!

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Elkhorn, Nebraska
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 February 2013

Go check it out if you're in the area and marvel at these huge arches up close!! Also cool to view from a distance. Certainly one of the more unique bridges in the US.

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Minneapolis, Minnesota
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 February 2013

Terrific place to spend a half day- great parks, lots of shops and places to have a picnic- you can tour the guthrie and the museum- great spot.

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