An abandoned railroad bed was purchased by the State of Minnesota and transformed into a paved trail for bicycling, hiking and groomed cross-country skiing. Lanesboro is at the heart of this much loved, Root River State Trail, which winds more than 60 miles through the valley. Journey through peaceful small towns, towering limestone bluffs, upland prairies, 48 bridges, dense hard wood forests, lush river bottoms, and working family farms.
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) owns and maintains the Root River Trail System and charges no use fees, except for cross-country skiing during the winter.
ROOT RIVER TRAIL
SKI CONDITIONS REPORT
Lanesboro, Minn.
Feb. 5, 2010
Root River Trail is groomed and tracked 24.5 miles from Fountain to Peterson.
Harmony Preston-Valley Trail is groomed and tracked From Isinours Junction to Preston.
Courtesty of Gary Kingsbury
Root River State Trail DNR
All cross-country skiers on public ski trails who are aged 16 and above must have a Minnesota Ski Pass. You must sign your ski pass and carry it with you when skiing. Your ski pass fee helps support Minnesota's cross-country ski trail system.
Ski and Snowshoe Rental Ski rental costs are $10 for the first 2 hours, $2 for each additional hour, max $18. Includes, skis, boots & poles. Rentals are first come first serve. Cedar Valley Resort, 905 Bench St. Whalan, MN 55949 507-467-9000
