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 are what makes us grab the bike, the skis, the paddles or the boots and head outdoors. Read about it here.
Biking and Browsing in the Perham Area
We came for the bike trails and small-town charm, and found it in Minnesota’s Ottertail County.
Rolling In Rock County
It’s not every day you get asked to judge a wiener dog beauty pageant—but that’s exactly how our latest trip began.
Finding Fergus Falls
Our weekend in Fergus Falls reminded us why we travel: for the unexpected, the delightful, and the deeply local.
Biking, Brews, and the Regatta Breeze
This weekend had everything: good food, unexpected cultural gems, diversity, live music, and scenic biking by the lake.
Discovering Pipestone County
That’s how our weekend began: with a travel trailer loaded down with camping gear, an eagerness to chase a slower pace, and a copy of the Pipestone visitor guide on the dashboard.
Where They Mark the Trees Red
We took comfort in the fact that there are still people out there who come together for a walk in the park, a drum circle, to preserve history, or just a couple of beers at a ballgame.
Local Flavor in Battle Lake
In a place with more lakes than any other in the country, we found the real depth was not in the water, but in the experience.
High Fun Factor at Belmont County Park
Off-road trails at Belmont County Park in Jackson, MN put southwestern Minnesota on the mountain biking map.
Seeking Volunteers for BWCAW Spring Trail-Clearing Season
Last year, Boundary Waters Advisory Committee members contributed over 7,000 volunteer hours towards maintaining trails for use by the public.
TOMRV Returns After Two-Year Hiatus
The Tour of the Mississippi River Valley got its start in 1978 and attracted riders from around the Midwest.
Bike to Duluth: Come On, Do It!
“This ride allowed us to experience just about every environment our beautiful state has to offer,” says co-organizer Quinn Erickson about Bike to Duluth!
Frost Fest in Thief River Falls
A fatbike ride, hotdish cook-off and a lefse feed—a true Minnesota trifecta.
Four Bike and Beverage Pairings You Need to Try This Year
Riding season will be here again soon. What better way to get motivated than a glass full of reward!
Discover Austin, Southern Minnesota Trail Town
We visit Austin, Minnesota to experience what this southern trail town has to offer.
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 to never sit still in Minnesota.
