Redwood Area Routes
Discover the Redwood Area one walk at a time.
Free, community-built walking routes that turn an ordinary stroll into a guided tour of the parks, history, and hidden corners that make the Redwood Area worth exploring.
Redwood Area is a Community of Walkers
The Route Categories: Five Ways to Explore the Redwood Falls Area
Browse the categories below and pick a map to begin your walk.
Each route includes detailed directions, points of interest, and an interactive map.
Around the Town Route
- A Walk on the South Side
- Sanity Walk or Get Your Steps In
- Holy Roller Loop
- Turkey Trot-5K-Family Friendly
- The Prairie Walk
- Lace Up Your Sneakers #1
- Lace Up Your Sneakers #2
- Public Schools
- Parks and Playgrounds
History Routes
- History Routes
- History Walk #1
- History Walk #2
- Historic Museum & Ramsey Creek
- Museum Trail #1
- Lower Sioux Agency
Lower Ramsey Park - Cansayapi Routes
- Park Walk Sanders Trail
- Zeb Gray Walk Downhill to the Zoo
- Falls Walk to Lower Shelter / Zoo
- Ramsey Park Walk
- Lower Shelter to the Falls
- Flat Route from Lower Shelter to Zoo
- Challenging Hills in Ramsey Park
- Park Walk Beecher Trail
- Up + Down + All Around
Ramsey Park/Cansayapi Routes
- Peaceful Quiet
- Great Workout on 100% Trail = No Road
- Ramsey Scenic Walk
West Side Routes
- Fun Family Loop
- Take My Breath Away
- Hike from Westside Softball Field to see Three Major Falls
Frequently Asked Questions
Questions about walking Redwood Area Routes in Redwood Falls, MN and the Lower Sioux Indian Community.
Redwood Area Routes are free mapped walking routes through the Redwood Area in Southwest Minnesota, including the Lower Sioux Indian Community. Each route includes a map, turn-by-turn directions, and points of interest covering local parks, trails, landmarks, and neighborhoods.
Nothing. The routes, maps, and printable guide are completely free. There are no fees, sign-ups, or apps to download.
No. The interactive route map works in any web browser on your phone, tablet, or computer. You can also download or print the route guide ahead of time. Pre-printed maps are available through Redwood Area Chamber and tourism.
Some of the lower Ramsey Park / Cansayapi routes and the Around the Town routes follow paved or gentle terrain and are well-suited for strollers and walkers needing easier paths. Descriptions including time, difficulty, and distance are listed under the title of walking route.
That depends on what you're looking for. The 100% Trail (No Road) is the favorite for an immersive nature workout. The Peaceful Quiet route is best for a slower, scenic walk. The Ramsey Park Scenic Walk is a great all-around introduction to the upper park.
Each route lists a clear starting point with parking. Common starting locations include the Redwood County Government Center, Ramsey Park entrances, Westside Park, and the Zoo / Lower Shelter area.
Spring through fall offer the best conditions. Many routes are not walkable during periods of snow and ice. Seasonal park toilets are open mid-April to mid-October.
The routes were developed by local Trailblazers — community volunteers — in partnership with the Redwood Area Chamber and Tourism and the University of Minnesota's Empowering Small Minnesota Communities Project.
