An interesting historical site with less than spectacular views. The bridge is next to a park that highlights the milling history of Minneapolis. There are miles of trails along the river and this is an excellent area for walking or biking. The bridge is conveniently reached on foot from downtown Minneapolis, simply head East to the river and you will... more

Interesting look and it's nice that they've made into a pedestrian bridge. Allows you to take a nice walk across the Mississippi. You see St. Anthony Falls and the lock system. more

We were following the AAA scenic drive in Minneapolis along W. River Road and found this site. We pulled into a space on a Sunday afternoon (July 3, no less) and ran with kids in tow to the observation deck. We were able to make it just in time to see a boat lowered in the lock. It was very... more

Interesting former RR bridge now converted for pedestrians. You get a nice view of the river with St. Anthony's falls as you walk across. The whole heritage trail along both sides gives a nice introduction to the history. There are good signs and explanation plaques. If you get a ship in the Upper Locks this is a good place to... more