Douglas State Trail

Douglas State Trail is a short, flat out-and-back route in Minnesota, about 0.7 miles from the town of Pine Island. The trail is less than a mile long, with a total round-trip elevation gain of about 25 feet, so it is a gentle outing for skiers or anyone looking for a quick stretch on foot. Winter is the natural season for this trail. Typical averages from a nearby weather station show January highs around 23°F with lows near 3°F and about seven snow days, while March brings highs near 40°F and the last of the snow. Summer is warm, with July highs around 81°F, but snow days drop to zero from May through October. For a change of pace, the Middle Fork Zumbro River, a canoeing route, lies about 5 miles away.