Minnesota State Bicycle Advisory Committee  Individually and collectively we will strengthen and encourage community support for bicycling throughout the state. We will do so through continuous and active participation with government agencies and allied organizations through education, public affairs campaigns and political initiatives.

Munger Trail The often-praised Munger Trail stretches 69 miles from Duluth, Minnesota , southward to Hinckley. This recycled railroad follows the route of the historic Lake Superior and Mississippi, which first connected Duluth, Minnesota, and the State Capitol, St. Paul on August 1, 1870. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources trail boss claims the Munger Trail to be the longest paved recreational trail in the nation if not the world.

Cannon Valley Trail The Cannon Valley Trail runs through diverse and spectacular scenery on a former Chicago Great Western Railroad line, connecting the cities of Cannon Falls, Welch, and Red Wing. Hikers, bicyclers, in-line skaters, and cross country skiers enjoy a quiet, people-powered experience. Motorized vehicles and pets are not allowed.

Paul Bunyan Trail The trail starts in Baxter (Brainerd) and runs 100 miles to Bemidji, where it ends at  the junction of the Blue Ox Trail.

Luce Line Trail The Luce Line Trail is a state-established trail maintained by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources.  It stretches 63 miles from the western metro suburb of Plymouth to the small town of Cosmos in west-central Minnesota.  The trail runs on a former railroad line and is available for biking, hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, snowmobiling, and skiing.

Tour of Saints Bicycle Ride  Each summer in central Minnesota, a ribbon of bicyclists wends its way through a rich green and rolling landscape on quiet country roads. Become a part of this bicycling tradition when you join the Tour of Saints.  The course is laid out on 50 miles of scenic back roads, with a 35-mile option you choose as you ride. 

Minnesota Trails (Minnesota Department of Natural Resources) These trails are perfect for a close-to-home workout in an outdoor setting, for a fun day trip, or for an adventurous weekend getaway exploring Minnesota's remote reaches. These trails link urban places and country spaces, and let you explore all the beauty of Minnesota at your own pace. Historic sites, parks, forests, lakes and creeks, and charming small towns are waiting for you to discover.  

Explore Minnesota!   Minnesota Department of Tourism site.  Guides to help you plan your Minnesota vacations.

Minnesota Bound! - Come join Ole, Lena, Sven and Lars as we take you on a tour of Minnesota and show you what there is to see and do in the land of 10,000 lakes! We have a calendar to guide you to Minnesota events, Maps to show you how to get there, and local town photos to see! Don't forget the Jokes Section, LOL!

Minnesota Bike Trails - This site lists many of the bike trails in Minnesota.  Check it out!

Rail Trails in Minnesota Minnesota has 54 wonderful rail trails totaling 1,174 miles, and 29 more trail projects in the planning stage with a potential of 564 more miles.  Most of them are maintained by the state and do not require trail passes. Some, however, were developed by private groups and you must pay a fee and be in possession of a pass while riding on them. The Cannon Valley Trail is one of these.

Trails.com This site contains links to trails all over the US.  You can search by activities such as hiking, mountain biking, road biking, flatwater paddling, whitewater paddling, sea kayaking, backcountry skiing, cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, or hot springs.  They also have planning tools, maps and guidebooks to help you plan your trip.

Stearns County - County news and information.  This site changes frequently, so you will want to check back often.

Where to have fun in Minnesota - This website contains information about all kinds of activities to do in Minnesota.

Campgrounds of America  - This website contains information about all campgrounds in Minnesota and all over the US.  This can be a valuable resource for that biking, camping trip!