Trail description: The recently completed Central Lakes Trail extends 55 miles from Fergus Falls east to Osakis where it connects to the Lake Wobegon Trail. Access fee: None Towns along the trail: Fergus Falls, Ashby, Melby, Evansville, Brandon, Garfield, Alexandria, Nelson, and Osakis, MN Web site:Central Lakes Trail | Central Lakes Trail (MN DNR) Trail map: Available on the trail's websites Trail surface: Paved Designated activities: Bicycling, walking, inline skating, snowmobiling Facilities on the trail: Restaurants and restrooms in Fergus Falls, Alexandria, and Osakis. Points of interest: Lakes, beaches, wildlife viewing. The Kensington Rune Stone near Alexandria is claimed to have been engraved by Viking explorers in 1362. Lodging: There are many resorts near the trail. Alexandria has several hotels and other accommodations (see the chamber website). Camping: Several campgrounds are located along the trail Bike shops: Bike rentals and repairs are available at the Bike and Fitness Company in Alexandria Weather forecast:Alexandria Tourism info:Fergus Falls CVB | Alexandria Chamber | Lake Osakis Getting to the trail: Osakis is about 100 miles northwest of Minneapolis. Take I-94 to Exit 114 and go 3 miles north to Osakis. Parking lots are located at Fergus Falls, Alexandria and Osakis. Map of local region:Fergus Falls | Evansville | Osakis
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