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After 30 years, Minnesota’s longest paved trail is fully ready to ride
Summary by The Minneapolis Editorial Desk Star Tribune
· August 26, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points The Mesabi Trail's endpoints are Grand Rapids and Ely, indicating its scope and providing context for the completed trail. A notable trail has reached completion after 30 years of development.
A notable trail has reached completion after 30 years of development. The Mesabi Trail is now fully ready to ride, stretching between two endpoints. A group ride is planned to celebrate this milestone.
Further details about the trail and its completion are available, including information about the planned group ride. Additionally, other outdoor activities are mentioned, such as buckthorn pulling and an early migration.
The Mesabi Trail's endpoints are Grand Rapids and Ely, indicating its scope and providing context for the completed trail. For more information about the trail and related events, readers can refer to the source.
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Category: parks Published: August 26, 2026 Source: Star Tribune Reading time: 1 min
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