Grassy Point Railroad Bridge
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A haunting army of decomposing, moss-covered stuffed animals and dolls guard this swinging truss.

šŸ“œ Railroad swing bridge over the St. Louis River, known for an eerie collection of decomposing stuffed animals and dolls.
šŸ” Built in 1912, connecting Duluth, Minnesota to Superior, Wisconsin. First created by Rick McDonald, boaters continue to add to the collection.

Why Go

šŸ‘» Unique and unsettling display of toys
šŸŒ‰ Historic swing bridge engineering
šŸ›¶ Accessible by watercraft for a close view

Why Avoid

āš ļø Requires watercraft for access
šŸš‚ Bridge is operable, caution needed

Tips

šŸ›¶ Easiest access by canoe or kayak.
šŸ”” Listen for the bell, bridge rotates for trains and boats.

šŸ…æļø Parking Closest boat launches: Arrowhead Fishing Pier (Wisconsin side) or Munger Landing (Minnesota side).

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