View of the Mississippi River – Franklin Avenue Bridge loop from St. Catherine University

View of the Mississippi River – Franklin Avenue Bridge loop from St. Catherine University

Easy

4.6

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View of the Mississippi River – Franklin Avenue Bridge loop from St. Catherine University

00:47

17.4km

130m

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: August 13, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 2.54 km for 113 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.60 km

View of the Mississippi River

Highlight • Viewpoint

This is a great place to pull over and head down to the platform to take in the view over the river.

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6.02 km

View of Lake Street Bridge from Mississippi River Boulevard

Highlight • Viewpoint

An easily accessible section of the Mississippi River Boulevard that offers an elevated view of the river, with the Lake Street Bridge visible in the background. The lush green trees …

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8.84 km

Franklin Avenue Bridge

Highlight (Segment) • Bridge

At 1055 feet long and with a span of 400 feet, this bridge is an impressive sight to behold, even more impressive is the view of the Mississippi River from the bridge.

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11.7 km

Mississippi River Trail (Twin Cities Section)

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Along the 3,000+ miles of Mississippi River Trail you'll find hundreds of highlights. However, the section that runs along the river between the Twin Cities might just be some of …

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17.4 km

End point

Bus stop

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