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High Bridge Park North
4.5 ★★★★★ 105 Google reviews · Running trail in St Paul, Minnesota · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from High Bridge Park North's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Scenic, dog-friendly park featuring a sculpture and a chair for photos.
What runners say about High Bridge Park North
“Located at the northern and lower end of the Smith Avenue High Bridge, High Bridge Park North offers beautiful river views and public art.”
“Love the upkeep of such a peaceful 📖 read retreat!”
Run across this nearly .5mi- long bridge, on the upslope, 3x a week via a 4-mi walk/run routine. 160 feet tall, great views and also there is a picturesque overlook area!
Go to this spot for fun photos. Walk across the bridge for a little extra bit of fun! It's beautiful in the fall.
Nice little park on the Mississippi River. Lots of shade and beautiful views.
This is such a gem located at one end of the High Bridge. It has some great public art by local artists, and it is a beautiful park aa well. Walk across the street for some great food and drinks at Waldmann's.
Trail conditions & character
“Located at the northern and lower end of the Smith Avenue High Bridge, High Bridge Park North offers beautiful river views and public art.”
“Love the upkeep of such a peaceful 📖 read retreat!”
Plan your run at High Bridge Park North
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, water — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitestpaul.gov
- Phone+1 651-632-5111
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Hours
| Monday | 6 am–10 pm |
| Tuesday | 6 am–10 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am–10 pm |
| Thursday | 6 am–10 pm |
| Friday | 6 am–10 pm |
| Saturday | 6 am–10 pm |
| Sunday | 6 am–10 pm |
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