Next Bike Adventure – Austin

At-A-Glance: Exploring Austin – Fun and Food

Austin Minnesota, located in Mower county, is in Granite Country and has picturesque vistas surrounding the area. Austin is famously nicknamed “Spam Town USA” due to Hormel Meats headquarters located in Austin, along with the Spam Museum. If you have never thought about trying spam, maybe in exploring Austin it will spike your adventurous side.

Where to Bike in the Area

Being a bike-friendly community, by the League of American Cyclists, you will find riding the streets and roads here safe and relaxing. With miles of paved trails nestled in Granite Country, the ride is sure to be a calm one. For the mountain biker, no matter what level of expertise you have, many fun trails are offered while exploring Austin’s great landscape.

Available Maps for the Area

HaveFunBiking’s Austin Area Map

Austin Bike Trail
Biking Trails
Mountain Bike Trail

 

Walk/Hiking Opportunities

City Parks

 

Area Bike Shops and Clubs

213 Main St N, Austin, MN 55912

507-433-7571

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Rydjor Bike Shop | 213 Main St. North, Austin, MN 55912 | 507-433-7571

 

Where to Play When Not Biking or Hiking

125 4th Ave NE, Austin, MN 55912

507-434-0934

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300 Main St N, Austin, MN 55912

507-434-0943

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101 3rd Avenue Northeast, Austin, MN 55912

800-588-7726

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Spam Museum and Visit Center | 101 3rd Avenue Northeast, Austin, MN 55912 | 507-437-5100
Austin ArtWorks Center | 300 Main St. North, Austin, MN 55912 | 507-434-0934
Historic Paramount Theatre – great shows in a beautiful theatre registered as a historical place | 125 4th Ave. NE, Austin, MN 55912 | 507-434-0934

Where to Eat

421 N Main St, Austin, MN 55912

507-437-3249

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604 3rd Ave NW, Austin, MN 55912

507-433-6808

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3504 11th Pl NE, Austin, MN 55912

507-437-2076

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323 N Main St, Austin, MN 55912

507-434-8485

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Piggy Blues Bar-B-Que | Menu | 323 N. Main St., Austin, MN 55912 | 507-434-8485
The Old Mill | Menu | 3504 11th Place NE, Austin, MN 55912 | 507-437-2076
Grinder’s Deli | 604 3rd Ave. NW, Austin, MN 55912 | 507-433-6808
Steve’s Pizza | Menu | 421 N Main St., Austin, MN 55912 | 507-437-3249

 

Where to Sleep When Visiting

Exploring Austin

After a long day of exploring Austin, find comfort in these great places.

 

Public Wi-Fi Spots in the Area

Along with most hotels, many coffee shops and restaurants have Wi-Fi available. Also, the public library is another good option. Austin public library is located at 323 4th Avenue Northeast, Austin, MN 55912 and you can find out more about the library by clicking here.