Historic Trails of Northern Minnesota
Hike, bike, trolley, ski, and dog sled into history along with two of northern Minnesota’s

About Historic Trails of Northern Minnesota
Hike, bike, trolley, ski, and dog sled into history along with two of northern Minnesota’s greatest, oldest trails! In the PBS North documentary, “Historic Trails of Northern Minnesota”, we’ll follow the Gunflint Trail and Mesabi Trail through their fascinating pasts, and their multi-faceted modern uses, and explore what lies ahead for these winding paths. We’ll also enjoy the amazing views.
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