Category: Destinations
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Exploring the east side of Bloomington by bicycle for hidden treasures
The Mall of America (MOA) is just one of several travel treasures to explore when visiting Bloomington, MN. Along with the many memorable activities at the Mall, venturing out on a bike can make it easy to see more fun attractions in the south metro. With designated bike routes and commuter paths along the streets, it’s…
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The Coon Rapids 10-mile bike loop makes it easy to connect and discover
Named for the turbulent waters in the Mississippi River at the mouth of Coon Creek, the city of Coon Rapids is a fun place to explore on the 10-mile bike loop. One of the nine communities in the Twin Cities Gateway it’s a perfect destination for a bike vacation with all the trail opportunities that…
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Bike/Birding hot spots in the Twin Cities Gateway area to enjoy
With spring here, we wanted to share another bike/birding hotspot we have enjoyed over the years that you may want to add to your True North list of places to explore. Check out several bike trails in the north suburbs of the Twin Cities Gateway this spring and summer. While ground-truthing the maps for the…
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Bike around Hutchinson with its hometown charm
As tourism opportunities open up again, I wanted to revisit Hutchinson, MN, from their map on pages 46-47 in the MN Bike/Hike Guide. A bike-friendly community with a hometown feel and small-town charm this community is worth checking out. A short drive west of the Twin Cities, it’s one of those areas where it’s easy…
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Ride your bike to some disc golf fun in the Twin Cities Gateway
With spring around the corner, for those that love disc golf or are eager to learn, you will find your next fun-filled game at one of the many courses in the Twin Cities Gateway. All are easy to access from the bike-friendly roads and trails in the area. Throughout the nine cities of the Gateway,…
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Six different ways to explore the Twin Cities Gateway this summer
With nine communities and the Nation Sports Center located in the Twin Cities Gateway Area you will find many fun events and activities suited for visitors and their families. While visiting there are many ways to enjoy your stay in this north Twin City Metro Area of Minnesota, here a several favorite thing to do.
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Pedal, then Paddle the TC Gateways Rice Creek Chain of Lakes
For a wildlife-rich summer, experience not soon forgotten, pedal, then paddle, the Rice Creek Chain of Lakes up in the Twin Cities Gateway Area. With an abundance of bike trails and roads to get there, you will find several options at Wargo Nature Center once arriving. Head out with a paddle, hike, or bike the…
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Cedar Falls, a gateway to some of Iowa’s best bike trails
The Cedar Falls area has something for both the seasoned cyclist and novice rider. This is also a bike friendly community for the off road cyclist (cycle cross, fat bike, mountain biking and BMX), with several opportunities waiting your arrival.
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The scenic Anoka bike loop offers fun exploring the river history there
At the confluence of the Rum and Mississippi Rivers, discover Anoka, Minnesota, with a chance of fun at every turn along its bike routes. With its river city charm and designated the ‘Halloween Capital of the World,’ this bicycle-friendly community is a place to explore. Riding your bike on the scenic 10-mile bike loop here,…
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Through the seasons nature calls riding along the trails in Coon Rapids
Similar to the early 1800s when Coon Rapids was a stopping point on the Oxen Trail from the Red River Valley to St. Paul, hospitality is still key. d. Today Coon Rapids and its neighboring Twin City Gateway communities, offer those passing through a place to stay and play throughout the year.