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Ford Dam Scenic Overlook – Franklin Avenue Bridge loop from Westgate

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Ford Dam Scenic Overlook – Franklin Avenue Bridge loop from Westgate

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3.3

(30)

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Ford Dam Scenic Overlook – Franklin Avenue Bridge loop from Westgate

01:06

18.8km

150m

Mountain biking

Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 13, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 6.94 km for 113 m

After 7.92 km for 217 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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3.60 km

View of Lake Street Bridge from Mississippi River Boulevard

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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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6.99 km

View of the Mississippi River

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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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8.03 km

Ford Dam Scenic Overlook

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8.04 km

Ford Dam Scenic Overlook

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Ford Dam, also known as Lock and Dam No. 1, belonged to the Ford Motor Company and supplied electricity to its Twin Cities Assembly Plant on the east side of …

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9.80 km

Viewpoint

10.4 km

Mississippi River Trail (Twin Cities Section)

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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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16.5 km

Franklin Avenue Bridge

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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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17.0 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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18.8 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

16.5 km

1.04 km

569 m

419 m

224 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

15.3 km

3.31 km

241 m

Elevation

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Saturday 27 June

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Ford Dam Scenic Overlook – Franklin Avenue Bridge loop from Westgate

View of Lake Street Bridge from Mississippi River Boulevard

View of the Mississippi River

Ford Dam Scenic Overlook

Ford Dam Scenic Overlook

Mississippi River Trail (Twin Cities Section)

Franklin Avenue Bridge

Franklin Avenue Bridge

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