Root River State Trail
Rushford to Houston
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Rushford Houston |
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Trail map (PDF) (MN DNR) Trail map (GeoPDF) (MN DNR) |
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A Minnesota Ski Pass is required for cross-country skiing on this trail. No other fees or passes are required to use the trail. |
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Year round |
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Hiking Trail running In-line skating Biking Mountain biking Horseback riding Picnicking Camping Birding Nature photography Cross country skiing Skate-skiing Winter hiking Snowshoeing Snowmobiling |
Length |
12.6 miles |
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Paved |
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Root River State Trail Chris, my dad, and I went for a ride along the Harmony-Preston Valley State Trail and the Root River State Trail. We rode from Preston to Lanesboro (I think), where we had a rest at a bar and then returned. Very beautiful trail and scenery. I just wish it actually connected to more destinations closer to the cities, rather than being all isolated out in the middle of rural SE Minnesota. Photo by Karl |
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Cycling the Root River Trail in SE Minnesota |
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Nov 2, 2023 We found this awesome Rail-Trail in the Driftless area of southeat Minnesota. What an unexpected treat! The Root River Valley is very scenic with some of the cutest little towns in Minnesota. So, come on along with me as I "Scoot the Root!" |
Cycling the Driftless Region | PART 1: THE ROOT RIVER TRAIL |
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Nov 10, 2023 The Driftless Region is an area along the upper Mississippi River, perfect for bicycle touring, and the focus of this new series. Going solo this time, I head to Minnesota to ride the Root River Trail, one of the prettiest Rail Trails in the U.S. Along the way I discover the small towns, wooded river valleys, and beautiful farmland that make this region one of the most scenic in the entire country. Since Julianna isn’t with me this time, perhaps you could join me? I could definitely use the company! |
Hitting The Trails - Root River State Trail |
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Jul 8, 2021 We're stepping outside this week on "Hitting The Trails" and venturing out on the Root River State Trail. The 42-mile trail runs from Fountain to Houston, and was built 30 years ago on a former railroad track. |
Root River Trail Lanesboro, Minnesota |
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Oct 16, 2022 I spent a few days exploring the Root River bike trail staying in Lanesboro, Minnesota parked at a campground. One day, I was joined by John Bacon for a 60 mile ride to one end (Houston) and back. This trail is in southwestern Minnesota near the Mississippi River, Wisconsin and Iowa. Beautiful area. |
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eBird Field Checklist – Houston Nature Center & Trailhead Park |
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Created: 8/23/2024 Last Updated: © MinnesotaSeasons.com. All rights reserved. |