The Minnesota Miles Blog
When we roam the state we come across so many things that make Minnesota special. Awesome trails, cool people and great places to recharge are what makes us grab the bike, the skis, the paddles or the boots and head outdoors. Read about it here.
Guest Blog: When Hope Becomes the Plan
Guest blogger Josh Rizzo’s story of eight friends, four days of bike packing and zero reservations.
Trail Pairings: Douglas State Trail
Minnesota’s Douglas State Trail: A short ride with plenty of rewards.
13 Minnesota Bike Events in the Next 12 Months
Here’s a look at Minnesota bike events from now until September of 2021. Ride an old favorite or find a new one!
7 Must-Do Things on the Historic Bluff Country Scenic Byway
Take a fall drive and discover what’s waiting in the hills of southeastern Minnesota.
Trail Pairings: Southern Minnesota Gravel
When it comes to the road less travelled, there’s one between Sleepy Eye and New Ulm you should try. There’s a reward at each end.
Trail Pairings: Rendezvous Brewing
If you’re into loop rides and craft beers, you should visit Paul Bunyan and his sweetheart, Lucette.
Trail Pairings: Stillwater
The iconic 1931 Stillwater Lift Bridge has been reimagined as a bike and pedestrian crossing. Imagine pairing a ride on the new loop trail with a visit to two Stillwater breweries.
An Iron Range Weekend
The new Redhead Mountain Bike Park opened a few weeks ago and the Mesabi Trail has added more miles. Time to visit the Iron Range again.
Physically Distant on the Dairyland Trail
If you’re ready to ditch the crowds and get some gravel, central Minnesota’s Dairyland Trail fits the bill.
Take Your Next Meeting Outdoors
If your new home office is also a laundry room, you might want one of our custom Zoom backgrounds!
Your Corona Story
It’s been another week of cancelled plans and life upside down.
Trail Pairings: North Shore Double
We visited two state parks, two ski trails and two breweries on Minnesota’s North Shore. It was epic.
A Whole New Perspective
A hike down Pike Creek offers a whole new look at Charles A. Lindbergh State Park.
Trail Pairings: Mineral Springs Brewery
The beers at Mineral Springs Brewery come with stories and the fat bike trails are groomed-a perfect match!
Trail Pairings: Drastic Measures Brewing
A visit to Wadena’s Black’s Grove Park pairs well with an après pint at Drastic Measures Brewing.
Trail Pairings: Bad Habit Brewing Co
A ride on the Lake Wobegon Trail pairs very well with a visit to Bad Habit Brewing in Saint Joseph.
About me
I’m Jan, the publisher of Minnesota Trails Magazine. I’m looking for that one trail, the next ride, a new discovery and other reasons never to sit still in Minnesota.
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