The trail is 63 miles in its entirety. “A lot of times, we don’t care to go downtown. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash. Saturday, September 14, 2019 • Hutchinson, MN • Course Map Set for its 4th annual running this year here in this small city nestled along the south fork of the Crow River in southern Minnesota, just over an hour’s drive from downtown Minneapolis, this race follows portions of the 63-mile long Luce Line Trail, a converted railroad trail that dates back to the early 1900s here. We could see the Winsted water tower, so we got on the nearby gravel road and road into town. The trail offers a number of activity options and is best used from April until October. After trail corridor restoration, less than one percent (0.88 acres) of suitable bee habitat in the park will be permanently impacted. Great timing, huh? The limestone surfaced trail runs from Plymouth 30 miles west to Winsted, with a parallel treadway for horseback riding. In between, the trail runs through Fish Lake Regional Park and Clifton E. French Regional Park. Community See All. Overall, restoration efforts in Lone Lake Park will result in a net increase of flower resources for bees and other insects and wildlife. Watch a captioned video about the Hutchinson area. 5 out of 5 stars. Today, the trail exists as the Luce Line State Trail, and is still a popular tourist attraction. Brewery in Plymouth, Minnesota. Today, the Luce Line State Trail follows the route once taken by that old railway. 1,655 people like this. Enjoy the Luce Line Trail. The City of Plymouth project is behind schedule with a completion date of mid-December. Horse Boarding and the nearby Luce Line Trail are just two of the benefits you'll find at Luce Line Stable in Watertown, Minnesota, a leisurely 20-mile drive west from Minneapolis, 15 minutes west of Lake Minnetonka. The Gravel Grinder route will utilize a portion of the Luce Line Trail before venturing off onto country gravel roads with rolling hills and beautiful lake views. The Luce Line trail coming from Hutchinson just sort of ends near Winsted. People are assembled outside the train in the snow. We didn't go that direction, so I don't know how far it is actually paved. Plymouth, MN. By Jenni Sebora Correspondent. 99 check-ins. We want it to be a great trail for everyone. 7 (Cosmos). See complete winter trail maintenance information listed by city or by trail. The Luce Line State Trail is one of 1600 rail-trails supported by Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, a nonprofit organization that is working to create a nationwide network of trails from former rail lines and connecting corridors. The limestone surfaced trail runs from Plymouth 30 miles west to Winsted, with a parallel treadway for horseback riding. Get Directions (763) 324-8114. The brewery sits right off of 16th Avenue North near the Luce Line State Trail. The parking lot for the trail is located in Plymouth, off of 10th Ave. No. The Luce Line Regional Trail will be closed between State Highway 55 and West Medicine Lake Road. 5. Unfortunately, due to the COVID-19, the brewery will have to close at 11:59 p.m. on Friday because of COVID-19 restrictions. (1 minute 17 seconds) 9 of 9. or. Medicine Lake Regional Trail is a paved trail which runs from Elm Creek Park Reserve in Maple Grove to Luce Line Regional Trail on the south end of Medicine Lake. Crane Preserve Park, Lake Minnetonka, Brookview Golf Course, Luce Line State Trail, and more. 1,769 people follow this. 12901 16th Avenue North (915.25 mi) Plymouth, MN 55441 . Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash. Luce Line Cruise Trail is a 17.4 mile moderately trafficked out and back trail located near Hutchinson, Minnesota that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as moderate. We also want the trail to be beneficial to local businesses. On the first 30 miles, Luce Line Trail has approximately 70,000 user occasions each summer. PLYMOUTH — A Candlelight Walk is planned for the Luce Line State Trail in Plymouth on Jan. 3. and Vicksburg Lane. We didn't go that direction, so I don't know how far it is actually paved. Contact Birke Drop us a line! Log In. Thompson Park (Meeker County) marks one end of the 63 mile-long Luce Line State Trail. About See All. Name * Email * Phone * Subject * Message * Captcha * Send. Friends of the Luce Line West Board Members. The Park District is in the final stages of completing trail improvements in this area. Research on the compatibility of trail activities may help to prevent user-to-user conflicts. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER . On the other side of Winsted the Luce Line going towards Watertown was recently paved. Co-owners Tim Naumann and Kate Coward wanted to create a local brewery that was accessible by bike. The first craft brewery in Plymouth, Luce Line Brewing Co., opened near the Luce Line State Trail and 16th Avenue North on Wednesday. The Luce Line Regional Trail is plowed during winter months. Minutes, petitions, reports, legislation and clippings of a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and promoting the Luce Line Trail, a recreational trail from Plymouth to Cosmos, Minnesota, established in … Trail Structure & Design The Luce Line State Trail is a 63 mile long former railroad grade which is developed for biking, hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, snowmobiling, and skiing. The Luce Line trail coming from Hutchinson just sort of ends near Winsted. No, everyone is welcome to join because the Luce Line is a multi-use trail. In Plymouth Luce Line Regional Trail connects with Medicine Lake Regional Trail. Luce Line Brewing. Trail map of the Luce Line Trail from Theodore Wirth Park (Minneapolis) to Thompson Lake near Rt. Length 74.9 mi Elevation gain 1538 ft Route type Point to point. Those visions were realized when the Luce Line Trail was established four years later as a multi-use recreational trail from Plymouth to Cosmos. The tracks continued to be expanded into the late 1920s, when the rail line became known as the Minnesota Western. GPS Coordinates are: 44.989024,-93.485895. Co-owners Tim Naumann and Kate Coward say they wanted to create a local brewery that was accessible by bike or a short drive in a car. The brewery will share space with Trailhead Cycling, a bike shop based in Champlin. Not Now. The Luce Line first reached Winsted, MN on February 13, 1915, possibly captured by this photo. The corridor became inactive by 1970, and the Luce Line Trail was born. How to find us. The Luce Line Trail occupies the former railbed of the Electric Short Line Railroad, started in 1908. An Orono Police Department incident report says a 73-year-old Orono woman called police on Oct. 13 to report her dog's death. “We didn’t choose to open right now. Minnesota's first state trail and the longest paved trail in the state. Beginning May 9, 2016, the Luce Line Regional Trail will be closed in the area of State Highway 55 in Plymouth. Birke is just steps from BLVD restaurant Birke residents enjoy wooded footpaths and marsh views of Oberlin Park Birke is just steps from Trader Joes Birke is just steps from West Ridge Market . On the other side of Winsted the Luce Line going towards Watertown was recently paved. find trail maps, reviews, photos & driving directions on traillink.com The Luce Line was built relatively late in comparison to other lines and serviced already-established cities. A two-fer, if you will. For this reason, it did not create new rural communities. Details. Hutchinson offers a spectacular city-wide art sculpture exhibit, peppered along the parks and trails; some of which you’ll see in the Masonic West River Park and the rest you can take time to see after the race! People, such as Dick Schmidt, from the Department of Natural Resources, had a vision for the Luce Line when it was abandoned as a railroad in 1972. Medicine Lake Regional Trail. Previously an unused railroad corridor, this "rail-trail" is now a great place to walk Fido in Minneapolis! The Luce Line Regional Trail Project is now expected to be complete in mid-November. The original intent was to have the Luce line be electrically driven but the overhead wires were never installed. Create New Account. VISION: A state trail valued for its recreational, health and community benefits. A dog died days after being kicked in the head by a bicyclist on the Luce Line State Trail in the western Twin Cities suburbs earlier this month, according to a police incident report. The tap room is steps off the Luce Line trail in Plymouth and will be connected to a full-service bike shop. 8 talking about this. We could see the Winsted water tower, so we got on the nearby gravel road and road into town. We prefer to go farther west. The engine shown is most likely gasoline-electric driven. She said she, her husband and their dog were running along the trail on Oct. 6. Map - South Silver Lake, MN. The Luce Line State Trail is one of 1600 rail-trails supported by Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, a nonprofit organization that is working to create a nationwide network of trails from former rail lines and connecting corridors. Our 40-acre property is geared to the pleasure rider in a friendly, non-competitive atmosphere. The bridge was originally built in 1885; as part of the Chicago & Alton's crossing of the Illinois River at Pearl, Illinois. The Luce Line Trail may allow too many different types of recreational activities. 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