Goodhue Pioneer State Trail - Northern Section

When complete, the Goodhue Pioneer State Trail will connect the cities of Red Wing, Goodhue, Zumbrota, Mazeppa, Bellechester, and Pine Island for a distance of 47 miles. It will be a part of a trail system that connects two very popular and well-used trails, the Cannon Valley Regional Trail in Red Wing, and the Douglas State Trail in Pine Island. In the northern segment, four miles of developed, paved trail runs from the city of Red Wing to Hay Creek, with an adjacent unpaved trail for horse use.

Gitchi-Gami State Trail

When complete, the Gitchi-Gami State Trail will connect Two Harbors to Grand Marais along the North Shore of Lake Superior. This 86 mile trial will eventually connect five state parks, several communities, four Scientific and Natural areas, numerous historic sites, and provide vistas of Lake Superior. Trail users will travel through birch and aspen forests, cross numerous cascades and waterfalls, and have the opportunity to access beaches of Lake Superior.

Douglas State Trail

A 12.5 mile blacktop trail between Rochester & Pine Island. Passes through a scenic mix of forest and the rolling fields and pastures of some of the richest agricultural land in Minnesota. Partridge & pheasant live in the woods, and toward Rochester, geese become more abundant. Little-used county roads offer opportunity to plan a circular route. Rest areas in Rochester, Douglas and Pine Island. Biking, hiking, in-line skating and horseback riding in summer. Snowmobiling in the winter.

Cuyuna Lakes State Trail

The Cuyuna Lakes State Trail is eight miles of paved trail within the Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area from Crosby to Riverton. One mile passes through the City of Aitkin along State Highway 169. Abandoned by mining companies more than 35 years ago, the state recreation area contains six natural lakes, plus an additional 15 deep lakes that were former mine pits. Stop to fish or ride the new 25-mile single track mountain bike trail system.

Casey Jones State Trail

The Casey Jones State Trail consists of three segments. The longest is 13 miles between the city of Pipestone and the Pipestone/Murray county line. Five miles of the segment is paved and eight are natural surfaced. The second, small natural-surfaced segment runs west 1.5 miles from the city of Lake Wilson. The third is a 6 mile paved lop between Lake Shetek State Park and the city of Currie. The trail connects tallgrass prairie, wooded ravines, and Lake Shetek.

Brown's Creek State Trail

When complete, the trail will be 5.9 miles long and will connect the Gateway State Trail in the city of Grant to the St. Croix National Scenic Riverway in Stillwater. The trail will also connect to local park and trail systems.

Since the trail will be situated on a former railroad grade, it will be generally level and accessible to users of all abilities.

Blazing Star State Trail

The Blazing Star State Trail runs from Albert Lea Lake in Albert Lea through Big Island State Park. When completed, the Blazing Star State Trail will connect Albert Lea and Austin. Currently, six miles are constructed between Albert Lea and Big Island State Park. Trail users will enjoy views of rural landscapes along the entire trail. Big Island State Park affords the opportunity to experience a diversity of natural environments including wetlands, oak savanna, big woods and prairie.

Swedish Circle Tours (Chisago Lakes Area)

Valkommen to the Chisago Lakes (Kichi-Saga) area in the heart if Chisago County, Minnesota. The Swedish Circle is the name given to the eight Swedish towns in the Kichi-Saga area that form a geographic circle. The tour tells the real-life story of the Swedish emigrants who came to Minnesota in 1850 and became the subjects of research for Swedish author, Vilhelm Moberg's novels: The Emigrants, Unto A Good Land, The Settlers, and The Last Letter Home. Offering group, individual/FIT, families and student tours. Specializing in Swedish language tours.

Swan Lake Cross Country Ski Trail

This system of cross country trails runs on the moderately rolling terrain of the Eagle Creek Golf Course. Trail head is situated between Eagle Creek and Swan Lake and offers a great skiing experience for any level of skier. Groomed and maintained by volunteers of the Willmar Nordic Ski Club. The trail is 5 km.