Old CR 510 Bridge View

Located west of Marquette, the scenic view of the Old CR 510 Bridge is well worth the short drive. This steel truss bridge over the Dead River was erected in 1921. In 2010 a new bridge was completed upstream from the old bridge and the old bridge became a pedestrian bridge. The new bridge is 100 feet above the river and provides great views of the old bridge, the Dead River, and the surrounding forest.

From downtown Marquette, it is an 8-mile drive. To reach the new bridge head west out of Marquette of US Highway 41, take a right on Midway Drive; follow Midway Drive for 0.6 miles. Next take a right on CR 510; after 2 miles there is a small parking area on the right side of the road.

The parking area has an informational display detailing the history of the two bridges. There picnic tables here, but no other amenities. After parking, head onto the new bridge for great views of the old bridge and the Dead River. The views are especially spectacular in the Fall when the maple trees are changing colors. During the peak color season many visitors park right on the side of the road.