Our Research Projects

Photo by Andrew Oftedal / P&TC
Our independent research complements the work of our public partners. We strive to be an independent, honest, and forthright voice for parks and trails at the state Capitol where critical decisions are made.
Here is a compilation of the research we have undertaken in recent years. Much of this work is the result of the valued partnership we have with the Minnesota DNR, which manages State Parks and Trails. We work to share our research with decision-makers so that our state moves forward with the best available data.
Explore our research

Interactive State Trails Map

Cover of the "State of the Trails 2019" report by Parks & Trails Council of Minnesota. The cover features a photo of a trail surrounded by autumn trees and a cyclist, with text about trail conditions, ratings, and projections for the year.

State of the Trails 2019

Cover page of the "2017 Trail Count Report"

2017 State of the Trail Report