Harmony-Preston Valley Segment
17.8 miles (28.6 km) miles in length, the trail runs predominantly north/south. The trail follows the Root River only from the junction to Preston. South of Preston, the trail is no longer built on a former rail grade, causing the inclines to be steeper in areas. Nearing Harmony, the trail begins to form sharp right angles as it cuts between existing farm fields and properties.
This segment of the trail intersects two towns:
- 0 miles (0 km) - junction with Root River segment (northern terminus of trail segment)
- 5.5 miles (8.9 km) - Preston, Minnesota
- 17.8 miles (28.6 km) - Harmony, Minnesota (southern terminus of trail segment)
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