Bike Trails

People biking on state trails in Minnesota

Find paved, unpaved, and single track trails in Minnesota!

   

With hundreds of miles of paved bike paths, over a thousand miles of natural surface trails, and a world class mountain biking park, Minnesota's bike trails provide an enjoyable ride for all. Take advantage of Minnesota's wide variety of trails!

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A few suggested trails:

State map showing where this trail is located Central Lakes State Trail - 55 paved miles
This trail traverses many differing landscapes, from open prairie in the west to forested, rolling hills in the east, and passes lots of lakes.

State map showing where this trail is located Cuyuna Lakes State Trail - 6 paved miles, 25 singletrack miles
Abandoned by mining companies over 35 years ago, this trail passes many lakes that were once mine pits. There's also a specially designed 25-mile singletrack mountain bike system for thrill seekers!

State map showing where this trail is located Gateway State Trail - 18 paved miles, 10 parallel unpaved miles
This former Soo Line Railroad Grade starts near downtown St. Paul, passes through woods and wetlands, and ends near Stillwater. East of I-694, an unpaved treadway runs parallel to the paved trail.

State map showing where this trail is located Gitchi-Gami State Trail - 25 paved miles (not continuous)
This trail for all ability levels features one scenic view of Lake Superior after another, and is a terrific path from which to spot wildlife.

State map showing where this trail is located Harmony-Preston Valley State Trail - 18 paved miles
This railroad grade trail passes through wooded areas and farmland. Very level, except for some steep hills south of Co. Rd 16.

State map showing where this trail is located Luce Line State Trail - 63 miles, mostly packed limestone
This former railroad grade trail stretches across the varied landscapes of metropolitan and rural Minnesota. Primarily crushed limestone surface with a parallel treadway.

State map showing where this trail is located Minnesota Valley State Recreation Area - 6 paved miles, 36 unpaved miles
Not far from the Twin Cities. Watch for wildlife as you travel the multi-use trail, which is paved for six miles from Shakopee to Chaska and unpaved from Chaska to Belle Plaine.

State map showing where this trail is located Paul Bunyan State Trail - 112 paved miles
This former railroad route is long, lovely, and generally level, except for a nine-mile segment through the Chippewa National Forest.

State map showing where this trail is located Root River State Trail - 42 paved miles
Discover the dramatic blufflands of southeastern Minnesota on this popular trail. Very accessible, except for some hills near Houston.

State map showing where this trail is located Sakatah Singing Hills State Trail - 39 paved miles, 10 parallel unpaved miles
Despite the "hills" in its name, this trail is on a former railroad and therefore quite level. Follows a stretch of the Cannon River and passes by many lakes.

 

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