Minnesota scenic drives are plentiful. There is at least one fantastic drive in every region of the state, but most areas have several. That’s certainly the case for the North Shore, where the road along the lake is itself an official scenic drive. But there are beautiful places up north that aren’t on the edge of Lake Superior. For example, Skyline Drive in Duluth is one of the most beautiful drives in Minnesota. A special portion of it, Seven Bridges Road, might be the prettiest spot in all of Duluth. Here’s what you need to know about the historic bridges and beautiful sights along Seven Bridges Road.
Seven Bridges Road is a beautiful stretch of Duluth’s Skyline Drive. Its 4-mile stretch winds around the city’s tall hill overlooking Lake Superior.
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Along the way, you’ll catch many glimpses of Duluth’s beautiful scenery. There’s even a lovely park to stop and rest along the way. Pack a picnic on a warm day, or simply stop and enjoy the snow-covered scenery in the winter.
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One of the main attractions along Seven Bridges Road is Amity Creek. Get a full look of this little creek – surrounded by lush foliage – as it makes its journey to Lake Superior. It drops about 400 feet along the way!
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Of course, Seven Bridges Road isn’t just known for Amity Creek. It’s named for the seven bridges found along its length!
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Most of the historic bridges were constructed in the early 20th century. They’ve since been restored to make the road safer and easier to travel.
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For their entire history, these stone-arch beauties have brought travelers up close to the beauty of Duluth’s natural scenery. The sight from the bridges, of the water rushing over the jagged rocks, is nothing short of spectacular.
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Next time you’re up for a scenic drive in Duluth - one that’s not your typical drive along Lake Superior - consider a journey down Seven Bridges Road. This historic drive is full of beauty!
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Have you ever driven Seven Bridges Road? What did you think? If you’re looking for even more scenic drives in Minnesota, check out our list of 10 stunning scenic byways in Minnesota.
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