STOP 10Mississippi River Crossing
Granite City
Chain of Rocks Bridge — end of Illinois Route 66
Granite City marks the end of Illinois Route 66 at the Chain of Rocks Bridge over the Mississippi River. The mile-long bridge with its famous 22-degree bend is now a pedestrian and bicycle path with spectacular river views.
Crossing the Chain of Rocks Bridge on foot is one of the most memorable experiences on all of Route 66 — you're walking on the actual highway surface that millions of travelers used.
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Tips for Visiting Granite City
Walk the Chain of Rocks Bridge at sunset — the Mississippi River views are spectacular.
Granite City is the gateway to Missouri Route 66.