Minnesota Valley State Trail
Minnesota Valley State Recreation Area - Nyssen's Lake Unit, Scott County, MN
Out-and-back trail in Minnesota Valley State Recreation Area - Nyssen's Lake Unit, Scott County, MN. Road & touring bike & Horseback riding.
- Distance
- 10.3 mi (16.5 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 164 ft (50 m)
- Est. Time
- 1 hr
- High point
- 732 ft (223 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Historic site: Brewery 5 mi (8.1 km) from start
- Bike repair station 8 mi (12.9 km) from start
- Shelter 8.2 mi (13.3 km) from start
- Bike repair station 8.6 mi (13.8 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Minnesota Valley State Trail
How long is Minnesota Valley State Trail?
Minnesota Valley State Trail is 10.3 mi (16.5 km) long. Most people take about 1 hr. It climbs 164 ft (50 m) in total, up to a high point of 732 ft (223 m).
How hard is Minnesota Valley State Trail?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Minnesota Valley State Trail?
Parking at the start. 19 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Minnesota Valley State Trail?
Drinking water on the way at 8 mi (12.9 km). No toilets mapped.
Is Minnesota Valley State Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (89% under trees).
What can you do on Minnesota Valley State Trail?
Best for Road & touring bike. Also: Horseback riding.
Where can you eat near Minnesota Valley State Trail?
TownSquare Place, 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: Holiday, 1.4 mi (2.3 km).
Is this a good week for Minnesota Valley State Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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- Snake Trail Carver County · Easy · 1.1 mi (1.7 km)
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- State Trail Access Trail Scott County · Easy · 1.5 mi (2.4 km)
- Green Loop Hawks Ridge Park · Easy · 2.5 mi (4.1 km)
- Jab's Dike Trail Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge · Easy · 1.4 mi (2.2 km)
GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap