The RJD Memorial Hardwood Forest offers many possibilities in its boundaries, with recreation areas, campgrounds, and day-use areas. The State Forest has a variety of species of plants, mushrooms, and animals (especially birds), that you can observe along the trails. The preserved area offers some riverside trails, such as the Root River State Trail, which is also a bike path and has access to some peaceful spots along it.
For more information about the road closure and forest alerts, see: dnr.state.mn.us/state_forests/forest.html?id=sft00033#alerts

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Preston Overlook – Root River State Trail loop from Whalan

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190m

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Root River State Trail loop from Lanesboro

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03:43

270m

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Bike loop from South Branch Root River

15.9km

00:58

100m

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Location: Fillmore County, Minnesota, United States

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Richard J. Dorer Memorial Hardwood State Forest

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Preston Overlook – Root River State Trail loop from Whalan

#2.

Root River State Trail loop from Lanesboro

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Bike loop from South Branch Root River

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