23 Top Bike Rides in 2022
Hastings/Prescott Bike Tour
Hastings, MN and Prescott, WI
May 7, 2022
Get outdoors this spring and enjoy two river towns at the confluence of the Mississippi and St. Croix Rivers. Take a ride on the Point Douglas Trail between Hastings on the Minnesota side and its neighbor across the river, Prescott, WI. website
Tour de Water
Winona, MN
May 21, 2022
A scenic “urban” tour of Winona’s parks and trails with visits to Goodview Lake, Prairie Island Park and Latsch Island. Distance: 5, 10, 15, 20 miles. website
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Tour de Pepin
Lake City, MN
June 4, 2022
Tour de Pepin is one of the Midwest’s most unique cycling tours where riders have several options ride through the captivating terrain and historic towns around Lake Pepin. Distances: 32, 40, 50, 72, 100 miles. website
Caramel Roll Ride
Albany, MN
June 11, 2022
Choose from three options: East to Avon, Collegeville and Saint Joseph, west to Freeport, and of course, north to Holdingford and the covered bridge, then on the Soo Line Trail to Bowlus and Blanchard Dam on the Mighty Mississippi River. As always the best Caramel Rolls you can find anywhere will be available at all the rest stops along the way! website
Shooting Star Trail Ride
Austin , MN
June 11, 2022
Take a ride through Minnesota’s prairies on this southern Minnesota family favorite. All routes are fully supported with rest stops and SAG support and are either a combination of trail and hard surface county roads or trail only. Distances: 20, 40, 62 miles. website
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The Tour of the Mississippi River Valley (TOMRV)
Bettendorf, IA
June 11-12, 2022
TOMRV is a Midwest tradition now in its 45th year. Enthusiasts from across the country enjoy a ride on scenic paved roads, through Midwest farmland, and along the Mississippi River on this fully-supported celebration of cycling. Distances: 45-60 or the full 100 miles. website
Dam2Dam Ride
Little Falls, MN
June 18, 2022
Follow the Great River Road through Charles A. Lindbergh State Park to historic Blanchard Dam and enjoy miles of Mississippi riverfront and quiet back roads with two rest stops. Distances: 20, 40 miles. website
Lady Slipper Ride
Avon, MN
June 18, 2022
See the Minnesota State Flower, the Pink and White Showy Lady’s Slipper in full bloom. This is a short ride to see the beautiful Lady’s Slipper orchids growing along the Lake Wobegon Trail. It’s a free ride, but donations will be accepted. website
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The Spring Bike Fling
Walker, MN
June 25, 2022
Take a ride on the Paul Bunyan Trail from Walker to Hackensack and experience the beauty of the Chippewa National Forest in Paul Bunyan’s back yard. Included in the registration are a t-shirt and a bag full of awesome swag. website
Great Scott Bike Ride
Prior Lake, MN
July 4, 2022
Enjoy the sights, sounds, and smells of rural Scott County, Minnesota on this family-oriented ride hosted by the Great Scott Cycling Club. SAG, rest stops and lunch are provided. Distances: 10, 25, 50 miles. website
Bluenose Gopher 50
Granite Falls, MN
July 16, 2022
Minnesota’s newest gravel ride explores the challenging ups and downs of the Minnesota River Valley in search of the route of a long-forgotten 1890s bike race. Breathtaking views, billion year old granite and quiet back roads steeped in history are the backdrop for a unique ride that starts and ends at Bluenose Gopher Public House. website
Tour de Bun Bicycle Classic
Montgomery, MN
July 23, 2022
Ride your bike in the heart of Minnesota Czech Country in scenic Le Sueur County. Each route will have refreshment stops at various points and will provide scenic rural countryside on paved, lightly traveled roads. After the tour, riders will have plenty of time to participate in all the Kolacky Days weekend festivities. website
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Tour de SAVE
Northfield, MN
July 30, 2022
Join SAVE (Suicide Awareness Voices of Education) and local area cycling clubs for the annual Tour de SAVE. The ride supports SAVE’s mission to prevent suicide through public awareness and education, and to reduce the stigma of brain illnesses that affects more than 23 million Americans. Distances: 7, 25, 50-mile road routes and a 30-mile gravel route. website
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Dairyland Dare
Dodgeville, WI
August 6, 2022
Set in southwest Wisconsin, the land untouched by glacial flattening during the last ice age, the Dairyland Dare offers some of the most extreme hills in the Midwest. The area is characterized by steep, forested ridges, and deeply carved river valleys. Distances: 50, 100, 150 or 200 km (31, 62, 93 or 124 miles) website
Rail Trails 100
Fergus Falls, MN
August 6, 2022
The Central Lakes and Lake Wobegon Trails offer some of the best trail riding in the state of Minnesota and this is your chance to conquer both of them in one day! You’ll board a luxury coach bus in Saint Joseph early in the morning and you and your bike get shuttled to the start in Fergus Falls. All you have to do is enjoy the 100-mile ride back. Registration is limited to 50 riders. website
Gitchi-Gami Trail Ride
Gooseberry Falls State Park
August 20, 2022
Enjoy a supported, recreational ride on the Gitchi-Gami State Trail along Lake Superior’s scenic North Shore. You’ll get up close and personal with some superior views, be serenaded by waterfalls, wind through multiple state parks and don’t forget: Snacks, t-shirts and sag support are provided! Ride lengths: 8, 28, 34 and 55 miles. website
Great River Energy Mesabi Trail Tour
Chisholm, MN
August 20, 2022
While you pedal fully supported along one of Minnesota’s premiere paved bicycle trails you will encounter historic and scenic points of interest, enjoy food and music at rest stops, and a finish line celebration complete with lunch and more music. Choose from from four routes starting and ending at the Minnesota Discovery Center. website
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Ride Across Wisconsin (RAW)
La Crosse, WI to Milwaukee, WI
August 20-21
This year’s ride will take you down the historic Elroy-Sparta Trail, across the Wisconsin River on a ferry, make a stop at Trek HQ and throw a huge party at the Harley Davidson Museum in Milwaukee. Choose a one-day or two-day option to cover the 235 miles on this fully supported ride. website
Caramel Apple Ride
Sauk Centre, MN
September 10, 2022
Enjoy the fall colors and great apple refreshments at all the rest stops including caramel apples and other treats from local vendors. Spend the day riding the great Lake Wobegon Trail Country. website
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RideMN1
Pipestone, MN
September 10-17, 2022
RideMN1 holds an annual bicycle ride across Minnesota to raise awareness and raise funds for cancer research. This year they visit Pipestone, Granite Falls, New London, St. Cloud, Sandstone and Superior, WI. There’s optional pre-ride camping and a dinner the day before. website
Taste of the Trail
September 10, 2022
Lanesboro, Whalan, Peterson, MN
September 17, 2022
Fountain, Preston, Harmony, MN
September 24, 2022
Houston, Rushford Area, MN
Three consecutive weekends each feature a different selection of towns. Each community will give you a taste of their town with different activities, food and music. Enjoy what is special about each town while you pedal your way through the beauty of Bluff County along the Root River. website
Ride the Ridges
Winona, MN
September 17, 2022
Ride the Ridges will take riders through some of the most scenic areas in southeastern Minnesota, from lush valleys along streams to bluffs overlooking the Mississippi River. Four routes, ranging from short to a century. Each route has hills and valleys and spectacular views. All routes have well-stocked rest stops featuring local delicacies. Rider amenities include a long-sleeve t-shirt, meal coupon, free showers, and SAG support. Distances: 18, 42, 62, 106 miles. website
Park2Park Ride
Little Falls, MN
September 24, 2022
Get to know the future route of the Camp Ripley/Veterans State Trail and explore Little Falls. When complete, this unique trail will connect The Soo Line bike trail with Crow Wing State Park and join together the Central Lakes, Lake Wobegon, Soo Line, Paul Bunyan, Heartland and Mi-Gi-Zi Trails! Leave Charles A. Lindbergh State Park and choose from several options. website
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