Outdoor recreation in Minnesota's Lakes Region features 100 miles of the Paul Bunyan Trail to explore (57 miles now paved); the trail's pathway follows the original 1893 railroad line built by Burlington Northern; the line was abandoned in 1983. It is now among the longest paved "Rails to Trails" routes in the nation. This new Trail will ultimately link 16 communities between its source in Brainerd/Baxter and its terminus at Lake Bemidji State Park on the north. The Trail is non-motorized, except for snowmobiles; uses will include bicycling, hiking, and in-line skating. The Paul Bunyan Trail is fully accessible for persons with disabilities. The route will pass along the shoreline of 21 lakes and scenic wetlands, crossing bridges over rivers and streams, and showcases area pine forests, wildflowers, and wildlife. Trail users will find convenient lodging, dining, and support services available, with vehicle parking available in each community
Location:
Brainerd Minnesota 56401
Other Sports and Sporting Events nearby:
(Brainerd) Cragun's Resort on Gull Lake
(Aitkin) Holcombs Ringneck Ranch
(Staples) Little Moran Hunt Club
(Isle) McQuoids Minnesota Fishing Guides
(Little Falls) Minnesota Fishing Museum & Education Ctr
(Brainerd) Paul Bunyan Trail
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04/15 Coming to The Brainerd area
Shepherd's Harvest Sheep and Wool Festival Lake Elmo MN May10-12 Shepherd’s Harvest Festival is an opportunity for rural and urban people to meet and share information about sheep and sheep products and other fiber-producing animals.
Rhubarb Days Osceola WI June7-8 Enjoy rhubarb at Mill Pond Park in Osceola.
Tater Daze Brooklyn Park MN June13-16 Brooklyn Park Tater Daze is a unique festival where residents pay homage to the humble potato. Early settlers discovered that potatoes flourished in the flat, sandy soil of the area.
Stockyard Days New Brighton MN August4-12 A softball tournament, a kiddie parade and movie night, a Grande Parade, two street dances with top name bands, fireworks, car show and swap meet, a karoake contest, a duck race and 3 days of food and craft vendors at Long Lake Regional Park.
Minnesota State Fair St Paul MN August22-September2 Home of one of the country's largest state fairs, everything from amusement rides to root-beer flavored milk is available for visitors to enjoy. The fairgrounds also hosts year-round antique shows, art fairs and other events.
Pioneer Days Albany MN September13-15 Featuring Year of the TRACKS! Construction Equipment and Snowmobiles!
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