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PCL Construction Completes Minnesota Zoo Treetop Trail, the World's Longest Elevated Pedestrian Loop

MINNESOTA, MN — PCL Construction announces that the Minnesota Zoo Treetop Trail is officially open to the public. Constructing the trail began in May of 2022.

The project consisted of repurposing the zoo's old monorail track to make the 1.25-mile elevated walking path, rising to 32 feet above ground at the highest point. The new visitor attraction will be the world's longest elevated pedestrian loop.

The track itself was converted into an 8-foot-wide walking path with multiple access points and overlooks to view the animal exhibits and other unique wildlife areas. It includes over 15,000 composite deck boards, 80,000 decking fasteners, nearly 1,000 tons of new structural steel, and over 1,800 light fixtures. Also incorporated in the project were renovations to existing buildings and newly developed elevators and restrooms.

"I am incredibly proud of the project team for making this complex vision come to life. We know how much this trail means to the Minnesota communities and families," said Trent Johnson, PCL Construction's District Manager in Minneapolis.

The trail was built during one of the snowiest and most saturated winters in Minnesota history. "The team put their best feet forward and endured the challenges," Johnson said. "They are now able to see all their hard work pay off and witness the neighboring communities make unforgettable memories with their loved ones."

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