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Fillmore County

Root River Trailhead loop from Preston

Bike touring routes & trails

Fillmore County

Root River Trailhead loop from Preston

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Root River Trailhead loop from Preston

02:24

40.0km

200m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 1, 2026

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Parking

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154 m

Harmony-Preston Valley State Trail-Preston Trailhead (New)

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Preston is an ideal location for exploring the western end of the Harmony-Preston Valley and Root River State Trail system, as it is nearly equidistant from Fountain (12 miles), Harmony …

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12.6 km

Harmony-Preston Valley State Trail

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The Harmony-Preston Valley State Trail is a beautiful paved 18-mile multiple use trail that connects the towns of Harmony and Preston in southern Minnesota. It is a good quality, rural biking trail.

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20.1 km

Root River Trailhead

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Harmony trailhead for the Root River bike trail. Great trail, nice to visit these small towns on a great trail!

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40.0 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

39.7 km

146 m

109 m

Surfaces

39.5 km

255 m

185 m

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Highest point (410 m)

Lowest point (280 m)

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