Trails with a Use of nordic skiing

Raccoon River Trail

What’s not to like about the scenery? But even if you don’t like it, wait a few minutes because it’ll change. The route includes suburban, rural, wooded, prairies and farmland. If you enjoy visiting small, friendly communities, you’ll love the Raccoon River Valley Trail (full name). Like so many great trails, it was once a …

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Stowe Recreation Path

This paved, 5.5 mile path starts in the center of the Village of Stowe, VT and meanders towards Mount Mansfield. The path runs next to the West Branch River and Mountain Road (Route 100).  The path is used by walkers, bicyclists, runners, Trikke riders and rollerbladers in the warm months, and cross-country skiers and snowshoers in …

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Chesapeake & Delaware Canal Trail

Chesapeake and Delaware Canal Trail photo

Michael Castle Trail is Also Known as Chesapeake & Delaware Canal Trail Thanks to Trikke rider and trail enthusiast Susan for sending this trail update & accompanying photos to Trailsnet.com:   The C&D Canal Trail is partially open. It is called the Michael Castle Trail, named after a much-loved, former Governor and U.S. Representative. The …

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Little Miami Scenic trail

Portions of this trail have an equestrian track running alongside it. The section between Springfield & Yellow Springs is good for horseback riding. Trikke carvers will also enjoy this trail as will recumbents and tandems. Many of the vehicles at the annual Personal Transportation Vehicle Show in Louisville, Colorado would be appropriate for this trail.

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Fox River Trail

A popular Illinois rail-trail, the Fox River Trail is dotted with small towns and many opportunities to visit local cafes, bike shops and souvenir stores. The trail is rather crowded on weekends and even gets pretty steady use on weekdays. Despite the heavy traffic, bird-viewing opportunities abound including frequent sitings of eagles, woodpeckers & herons. …

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Farmington Canal Heritage Trail

This trail keeps getting better each day. Over the years, they have connected bits and pieces of trail until it runs all the way from Hamden up to the Connecticut/Massachusetts border and beyond. The best part about this trail is that it’s suitable for all levels of riders and hikers. Unfortunately, some sections of it …

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