We are very fortunate to have many miles of paved and unpaved trails in the Leech Lake area.  The Paul Bunyan State Trail may be the most popular paved rail-to-trail system in the Leech Lake area.  However, there are other paved trails; and, of course, miles and miles of unpaved trails. The multi-use Paul Bunyan State Trail is approximately 120 miles of paved trail from Crow Wing State Park (just south of Brainerd) to Bemidji State Park (in Bemidji).  This trail and other trails in the area are used year-round for walking, hiking, biking, inline skating, or snowmobiling.  With about 15 towns near the trails, there are many choices for lodging and dining.  Of Continue Reading