It’s finally—officially—winter! Winter bike riding, known as “fat tire bike” riding is a sport that has been peddling its way into Minnesotan’s hearts and there is no sign of it slowing down.
Minnesota Lottery dollars help provide recreational opportunities for every season. Winter fat tire biking can be a great way to make the most of the chillier months.
The DNR’s “Where to Ride” Recommendations:
Northern Minnesota
- Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area: 40 miles of groomed trails for premier fat biking experiences.
- Jay Cooke State Park: 5.4 miles of trails to be groomed for fat biking.
- Split Rock Lighthouse State Park: 8.7 miles of trails to be groomed for multi-use, including fat biking.
Metro Area
- Fort Snelling State Park: 6 miles of trails packed for non-motorized multi-use, including fat biking.
Southern Minnesota
- Bronk Forest Unit—Plowline Trail: 7.5 miles of trail groomed by a local mountain bike club for non-motorized multi-use, including fat biking.
Minnesota’s State Park System permanently protects and provides public access to some of Minnesota’s most diverse, unique, and pristine natural landscapes. More than half of Minnesota’s State Parks have benefited from the Environment & Natural Resources Trust Fund.