Saint Croix River Viewpoint – Viewpoint loop from Afton State Park
Saint Croix River Viewpoint – Viewpoint loop from Afton State Park
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Saint Croix River Viewpoint – Viewpoint loop from Afton State Park
04:59
17.4km
410m
Hiking
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.
Last updated: April 22, 2026
Waypoints
Start point
Parking
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279 m
Picnic tables with views of the river
Highlight • Rest Area
Tip by
623 m
Saint Croix River Viewpoint
Highlight • Viewpoint
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1.60 km
Hike-in campsite
Highlight • Rest Area
Tip by
2.35 km
Red Bench Viewpoint, Afton Alps
Highlight • Viewpoint
Tip by
14.2 km
Viewpoint
Highlight • Viewpoint
15.3 km
Water and Firewood Cutting Station
Highlight • Rest Area
Tip by
16.2 km
St. Croix River
Highlight • River
Tip by
17.2 km
Visitor Center
Highlight • Rest Area
Tip by
17.4 km
End point
Parking
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
13.9 km
3.37 km
119 m
Surfaces
13.1 km
2.21 km
1.45 km
373 m
240 m
< 100 m
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Elevation
Highest point (290 m)
Lowest point (210 m)
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