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.
Skiing on the Edge of the Boundary Waters
There’s almost 200km of cross-country ski trails within a 20-mile radius of Soudan, MN and that was all we needed to know to plan our trip.
February Events at Itasca State Park
Family-friendly events at Minnesota’s iconic state park celebrate exploring the outdoors in the winter.
Snowshoe Event at Nerstrand Big Woods State Park
Join the NorthStar Trail Travelers on their first outing of the new year.
12 Minnesota State Parks for Snowshoeing This Winter
Strap on a pair of snowshoes and blaze your own trail in a Minnesota State Park.
Norpine Fat Bike Classic Is Back With New Full Moon Tour
The Full Moon Tour lets you experience Cook County’s world class dark sky by fat bike.
Sibley State Park in the Fall
As the Glacial Lakes State Trail inches toward completion, a new section just opened at Sibley State Park.
Eight Numbers To Get You out of the Woods
It’s dark, it’s cold, and you didn’t expect to be out here this long.
Save the Date for These 2022 Bike Rides!
Put these rides on your calendar early and ride some of the best Minnesota and Iowa have to offer.
Fall Camping at Lake Carlos State Park
Temps are cool, bugs are gone and the bonfires are warm. Welcome to fall in central Minnesota.
Iconic Winter Festival Celebrates Milestone
The City of Lakes Loppet Winter Festival brings thousands to Minneapolis’ Theodore Wirth Park. 2022 marks its 20-year anniversary.
New Mountain Bike Trails in Glenwood, MN
Crews have been busy and the smell of freshly turned dirt is in the air at Barsness Park.
Cycling the Skyline
A bike trip with a view: Skyline Parkway Scenic Byway travels the length of Duluth at the crest of the hill.
14 Fall Hikes Near the Twin Cities
These wonderful fall hikes are all within an hour (or so) of the Twin Cities and make for a quick getaway when the weather is nice.
Adventure Report: A Visit to Sparta, WI
In the cover of darkness we snuck across the border to do some biking and fishing. Turns out we may have to do it again soon.
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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