All new routes – ranging from 22.6 miles to a 109.9 mile Century. There’s a route and a challenge for every rider. Wonderful scenery – Mississippi River vistas to rolling terrain to lush valleys. Full color maps and easy-to-read cue sheets will be provided in registration packets. Maps and signage for each route are color coded as follows:
Routes are subject to change based on road construction, repairs and unexpected events. Riders will be notified if changes become necessary.
Composite Route Map
In the upper right corner of the Interactive Map there are two buttons to view a legend and to choose a basemap. If you click on a rest stop, a window will appear with the stop’s start and end time. Clicking on the “Home” button in the upper left will bring you back to the original view.
Safety tips from the Minnesota Department of Transportation:
Wear a helmet.
Ride in the same direction as traffic.
Pass only on the left.
Communicate your intent – look, yield to traffic, and signal before turning or changing lanes.
Be predictable – maintain a straight course.
See and be seen – wear bright colors, reflective gear, and use head and tail lights.
Ride the roads – sidewalk riding increases risks for crashes at driveways and intersections.
Always yield to pedestrians.
Avoid distracted bicycling – put away mobile devices and headphones.
Use extreme caution near commercial vehicles
Follow the law – obey all traffic signs and signals.
