"On every other trail around, there's a road every three or four miles. On the Border Route, you're 10, 15 miles away from the closest road," McMahon said.

ST. CLOUD, Minn.—When Ed Solstad heads for the Border Route Trail, it’s usually with a chain saw and a work crew. When backpackers or day hikers lace up for a trek on the remote route, he ...

ST. CLOUD, Minn. -- When Ed Solstad heads for the Border Route Trail, it's usually with a chain saw and a work crew. When backpackers or day hikers lace up for a trek on the remote route, he ...