Freewheel into Fun: Your Biking Guide to Little Falls, MN

June 1, 2023

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Little Falls Biking Adventures Await

The warm weather is here, and it’s time to hit the pavement and trails! Little Falls is a fantastic hub for cyclists, offering access to major regional trails, scenic riverside routes, and fun community events perfect for family and friends. Get your gear ready—we’re sharing the best places to ride this summer!

Major Trail Access

Little Falls provides access to some of the state’s most ambitious and scenic trail systems.

Camp Ripley Veterans State Trail: While under development, the first completed segment is ready to ride! This section runs from Charles A. Lindbergh State Park to Mill Park. The full proposed trail will eventually connect six major Minnesota trail systems, including the Central Lakes, Lake Wobegon, and Paul Bunyan Trails, making Little Falls a key cycling gateway.
Mississippi River Trail (MRT): Our section of the MRT is part of a nearly 3,000-mile journey starting at the river’s source. Little Falls offers beautiful segments of this trail, providing stunning, scenic views along the river corridor.
Soo Line Recreational Trail (South): Just south of Little Falls, you can access this 10-mile segment starting near Royalton and traveling through Bowlus. Be sure to stop at Blanchard Dam for spectacular views and a chance to collect the infamous “Fairy Crosses” (Cross Rocks).

Find Your Path: For maps and detailed locations of these and other area trails, be sure to check our website!

Community Rides & Historic Routes

Looking for a group ride or a structured route with a destination? Little Falls has several great options:

The Dam2Dam Ride: This is a favorite local route available anytime! An annual group ride often takes place. The ride starts and ends at Le Bourget Park, offering both short and long route options.
Historic City Routes: Explore the city’s past on two wheels! Follow routes that highlight key historic sites within Little Falls or choose longer routes that connect to neighboring cities like Swanville, Randall, and Pierz.

Family Fun & Discovery: The Charmed Bike Ride

Turn cycling into an all-summer treasure hunt! The Charmed Bike Ride is a fantastic way for kids (18 and under) to explore the community and win a prize.

The Challenge: Collect all 15 charms from participating local businesses throughout the summer.
The Prize: Collect all the charms for a chance to win a bike from Touright Bicycle Shop!
Bonus Stop: Collect the bonus charm to enter for a chance to win a gift card to Jordie’s Trailside Cafe!
How to Participate: Use your bike to visit the businesses (look for the unique bike racks!) and ask for your free charm.
Deadline: Register by emailing a photo of the completed charms and the participant’s name to charmedridelf@gmail.com by August 20th, 2025. Winners will be announced live on the Visit Little Falls Facebook page on August 25th, 2025, at 3:00 p.m.

Pedal to the Metal: Explore Our Public Art

Little Falls has made cycling fun with a unique feature: Public Art Bike Racks!

Keep an eye out for uniquely designed bike racks all over the city. Some reflect their location, like the airplane rack at the Little Falls/Morrison County Airport or the book rack at the Little Falls Carnegie Library.
Make it a game: Bike to each location, use the special racks, and explore businesses and locations you may not have visited before! You can find a complete map of these unique racks in the Public Art book.

Ready to ride? Little Falls offers the perfect starting point for your next cycling adventure, whether you’re tackling a regional trail or enjoying a leisurely family ride through town!