Rock Island Trail passes more milestones for completion | Rolla Daily News

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Missouri’s long quest to acquire the Rock Island Trail corridor is near near, but not certain, according to Greg Harris, the executive director of the Rock Island Trail. . . .

“This is really great for Missouri,” he said. “We all know the Katy Trail and the success it’s had across the state, it’s a wonderful facility...The idea of adding another 144 miles to that as part of that unique link is a real asset for the state of Missouri competes all over the United States and attracts attention from all over the world.”

Butz said the city is amazed at how many people come down and use Route 66, so allowing them to “jump a little further north” to pick up the trail is a natural step as the trail will help tie in not only local businesses such the plentiful wineries, but the surrounding counties as well.

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