McGilvray Seven Bridges Road In Wisconsin Has Been Transformed Into The State's Most Charming Walking Trail
By Daniella DiRienzo|Published October 31, 2020
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Daniella DiRienzo
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Though Daniella was born in New York and has lived in a couple of other states, Mississippi has been her home for more than 30 years. After graduating from the University of Southern Mississippi, Daniella began to hone her writing skills through various internships. In the years since, she’s had the privilege of having her articles appear in several publications, such as the Mississippi-based Parents & Kids Magazine. She’s also had the honor of interviewing actress Sela Ward for The Mississippi Arts and Entertainment Experience.
With towering trees, flowing streams, and several bridges, Grant Park’s Seven Bridges Trail offers a stroll like no other. Well, sort of. There’s actually another trail that boasts serene beauty and several bridges. And coincidentally, it has a very similar name – McGilvray Seven Bridges Road. Take a look:
McGilvray Seven Bridges Road is part of the Van Loon Wildlife Area, which is in Holmen.
A total of six bridges can be found along the walking trail - five rare bowstring arch truss bridges and one low truss bridge. There used to be a seventh; however, it no longer exists.
Historically significant, the five remaining bowstring arch truss bridges are over 100 years old and listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
By 1989, the state made plans to tear down the historic bridges. Luckily, though, a group of concerned citizens banded together and established the Friends of McGilvray Road.
In addition to saving the bridges from demolition, the Friends of McGilvray Road maintains the walking trail. Over the years, several additions have been made, such as benches and signage.
Aside from information on the area, the signs include history on McGilvray Seven Bridges Road, which is named in honor of Scottish immigrant Alexander McGilvray, who, in the 1850s, founded a settlement in the area.
So, did you know about this charming walking trail? Ever visited? If so, what’d you think? Know of another unique trail? Tell us in the comments section.
This isn’t the only bridge-centric trek. Read about another here.
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