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Print Friendly MapOpened in the summer of 2017, the Point Douglas Regional Trail offers a picturesque link along the Mississippi River between Prescott, WI, and Hastings, MN, on a former railroad called the Peanut Line.
At either end of the pathway is a bridge crossing. At its western end, the trail heads over the Mississippi via a protected pedestrian walkway/bicyclist lane, providing safe passage across Highway 61. On the other side of the bridge, the trail connects to the Mississippi River Regional Trail, which also connects to the Vermillion River Regional Greenway.
On the Point Douglas Regional Trail's east end, it crosses the St. Croix River and heads into downtown Prescott.
Although currently only 2.5 miles long, the trail will one day expand to offer a connection to Washington County’s St. Croix Valley Trail in Minnesota, as well as trails in Dakota County.
Parking and restrooms are available in Point Douglas Park (10191 St. Croix Trail S. Hastings, MN).
This trail is 100% paved, runs through woods, farm fields, along the river and is mostly well maintained. Riding from the beautiful Schaars Bluff regional park to Prescott, WI, having lunch at one of the many places in town and riding back makes a perfect day. It’s not all flat railroad grade however as there are a number of hills, which I personally like for the workout and keep in mind that you have to cross the Mississippi River bridge once you get into Hastings, MN as it is not clearly marked. Once over the bridge, the trail resumes and runs over to Prescott. Fun ride…
Secret passage way between WI and MN with spectacular rides over the bridge. Lots of options on either end for dining, drinks and river views.
Very pleasant ride connecting Hastings, MN and Prescott, WI. Trail surface is in excellent condition.
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