Near Trail D
Shortly after the trail was built, a large tree fell across it. We had to move the trail slightly but this photo still gives a great idea of what the terrain is like on this section of trail.
Near Trail D
Trail D West Side weaves up and down the small ridge line.
Near Trail D
Optional advanced line on the left and the easier main line on the right.

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Trail D

3.0 (1 Rating)
A ridgeline trail that runs along an old farm field and the edge of the Minnesota River.
2.4
mi
Distance
2
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
Fall ColorsRiver/CreekWildlife

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Flatter
Steeper
2.37mi
Distance
2ft
Elevation Gain
0ft
Elevation Loss
10%
Max Grade
750ft
High Point
742ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This trail starts out on a small ridgeline between what used to be an old farm field and the backwaters of the Minnesota River. It is then nice and smooth along the bank of the Minnesota River. This trail is part of the Traverse des Sioux Trails system.

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