Stillwater Lift Bridge, Historic Site

Historical landmark · Stillwater ·

Stillwater Lift Bridge, Historic Site

Historical landmark · Stillwater ·

Historic lift bridge for pedestrians & bikes; lovely town

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106 Chestnut St E, Stillwater, MN 55082 Get directions

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"Hard to miss while exploring town, this illuminated, historic lift bridge looks like it belongs in a snow globe when fresh snow falls, and I love admiring it from the free outdoor ice-skating rink at Water Street Inn." - Iona Brannon Iona Brannon Iona Brannon is a journalist with a love for food and travel. Her work has appeared in Afar, Bon Appétit, Condé Nast Traveler, Travel + Leisure, and Business Insider, among other publications. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines

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Stillwater Lift Bridge, Historic Site

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Stillwater is one place you should not miss if you are in the area. It’s just about an hour from Minneapolis are. Beautiful old city with amazing views. Lots of fine restaurants. Good street to stroll around if you go in the summer season. We didn’t go on the bridge as it was very windy and cold. The sight of colorful trees by the river is simply amazing. Across the river is the state of Wisconsin. Will go back again in summer.

Susan S.

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What a lovely town with many trails, eateries, & shops. The historic lift bridge is for pedestrians & bikes only; lanes are marked as such. During the peak touristy months the bridge raises every 30 minutes to allow boaters to pass beneath. It’s only a short disruption of time & fun to watch. A great way to watch how the bridge operates up close.

M C. M

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Can't wait to come back. Be ready for wind, specially during winter. Many things to enjoy around for all ages and preferences. Mexican food arounds is so good.

John W.

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We just took our first walk across the bridge. It was really nice to walk across this historic National Register of Historic Places bridge on a warm breezy summer evening! The cars and traffic jams at the bridge are now distant memories.

Debborah Richmond (.

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I photographed the Northern Lights here on Nov 12th, 2025. They were faintly visible to the naked eye, despite the bright light coming from the bridge and from the town of Stillwater. Photographing for night shots from the bridge itself is a non-starter for this subject, but taking photos of other lit objects or lights themselves works well, as shown in the photo of the distant bride I've included.

Laura L.

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Only in MN...50 degrees in February so let's get ice cream and walk the bridge loop!!!

Chrisknips

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Really Funtime at the world ice sculpture competition. Food, bands , shops stuff for everyone and the ice sculptures are amazing

Crispito

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Super cool and lovely town! Can tell they take good care of everything and weather was pristine! Not a bad hike from the city, and would recommend going here for a day trip!

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Stillwater Lift Bridge, Historic Site

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Susan S.

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M C. M

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Can't wait to come back. Be ready for wind, specially during winter. Many things to enjoy around for all ages and preferences. Mexican food arounds is so good.

John W.

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Debborah Richmond (.

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Laura L.

Google

Only in MN...50 degrees in February so let's get ice cream and walk the bridge loop!!!

Chrisknips

Google

Really Funtime at the world ice sculpture competition. Food, bands , shops stuff for everyone and the ice sculptures are amazing

Crispito

Google

Super cool and lovely town! Can tell they take good care of everything and weather was pristine! Not a bad hike from the city, and would recommend going here for a day trip!

Stillwater Lift Bridge, Historic Site

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