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The Trail At A Glance
Communities
There are 10 different cities and town along the trail with a unique attractions and dining.
Cities Map
Beautiful Landscape
Enjoy the beautiful views of lakes, rivers, flowers, wildlife and more.
Attractions Map
Communities
There are 10 different cities and town along the trail with a unique attractions and dining.Cities Map
Beautiful Landscape
Enjoy the beautiful views of lakes, rivers, flowers, wildlife and more.Attractions Map
History
The Central Lakes Trail, Minnesota's 23rd State Trail, is built on an abandoned Burlington Northern Railroad corridor purchased by the State of Minnesota in 1992. Douglas and Otter Tail Counties worked with local volunteers and the Minnesota Departments of Transportation and Natural Resources to finance construction of the trail. Federal Inter-Modal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act Funds and State of Minnesota Regional Trail Grant Funds provided the bulk of the 3.2 million dollars needed to construct the 55-mile trail.
Communities Along the Trail
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Fergus Falls, Dalton, Ashby, Melby, Evansville, Brandon, Garfield, Alexandria, Nelson, OsakisRecent News
- Trail Etiquette and Safely Sharing the Trail May 24, 2021
- FAQ: Are E-Bikes Allowed on the Central Lakes Trail? February 23, 2021