Your next adventure, Faribault, is 60 minutes south of the Twin Cities and along the Cannon River Valley corridor. The community here is a beautiful southern Minnesota destination for family outings and biking vacations. The relaxed lifestyle and picturesque surroundings here draw many people out to explore. On the east end of the Sakatah Singing Hills State Trail, you will have several loop options that will take you on quiet rural roads for an actual touring experience.
· Cannon River – offers paddlers scenic views of forests and farmland
· City Parks and Trails – The community offers 37 parks, many with trails
· Local Lakes and Rivers – Great for fishing, paddling, and swimming
· River Bend Nature Center – Along the Straight River, enjoy hiking and mountain biking · Sakatah Singing Hills State Trail – This trail connects Faribault to Mankato.
Spending several days here is easy, with numerous retail areas, recreational activities, and dining options in Faribault.
Where to Bike in the Area
Explore and enjoy the beauty of the lakes and rolling terrain around the Faribault area. Riding your bike to the city parks or the Sakatah Singing Hills State Trail from your chosen hotel is easy. At the city park, take the 39-mile journey on the paved state rail-bed trail west, passing through Morristown, Waterville, and Elysian before reaching Mankato. Choose from many scenic loops that the local bike club designed for road touring. For the mountain biker, there are miles of off-road trails at the River Bend Nature Center.
Also, experience BMX racing at the Faribault BMX track.
Available Maps for the Area
Faribault City Trails Map HaveFunBiking Faribault Area Map River Bend Nature Center’s Map
Sakatah Singing Hills State Trail Map
Map My Ride
Walk/Hike Opportunities
Along with the River Bend Nature Center and Sakatah Lake State Park, Faribault offers numerous city parks featuring nature trails for exploration.
Faribault City Parks River Bend Nature Center
Sakatah Lake State Park
Paddling Opportunities
Faribault offers lakes and beautiful river trails. Choose segments of the Cannon River or the Straight River. You will also find several lakes here, including Cannon Lake and Roberds Lake, to paddle and cool off.
Area Bike Shops and Clubs
(507) 331-2636
Bicycle Shop
Milltown Cycles | 311 Central Ave. N., Faribault| 507-331-2636
Cannon River Off-Road Cycling & Trails (CROCT) | Northfield, MN
When You Need a Break
122 1st Avenue NE Faribault, MN 55021
5524 185th Street West Faribault, MN 55021
Seasonal apple picking and family fun
(507) 334-9043
1802 4th Street NW Faribault, MN 55021
Bowling, restaurant, family entertainment, take-out food
(507) 334-3262
Explore what Faribault has to offer. Walk along the Historic Downtown shops, restaurants, and fantastic architecture. Catch an outdoor concert, tour the Faribault Woolen Mills, take a Class, or walk the Art Galleries at Paradise Center for the Arts, or play disc golf.
There is something for everyone in Faribault. Plus golf and many other fun Activities.
Where to Eat
28 3rd Street NW Faribault, MN 55021
Full service bar, darts, billards, weekend live bands
(507) 334-3582
(507) 334-3988
Cheese Shop & Deli
328 4th Street NW Faribault, MN 55021
Daily lunch buffet, Homemade pizza
(507) 334-1672
From the Cheese Cave to Augustus Piadina Restaurant, the Faribault area offers several exciting and charming cafes and ice cream shops. If these do not appeal to you, there are also many other options.
The Cheese Cave | 318 Central Ave. N., Faribault | 507-334-3988
Janna’s Market Grill | 129 Central Ave N, Faribault | 507-334-7476
Crack of Dawn Bakehouse & Market | 209 Central Ave N, Faribault | (507) 400-7113
For more places to eat when in the area, click on Faribault Restaurants.
Where to sleep
Faribault has several charming and exciting lodging properties and resorts for your next visit. For the most up-to-date listing, visit Faribault Hotels.
Public Wi-Fi Spots in the Area
Along with most hotels, many coffee shops and restaurants have Wi-Fi availability. Also, the public library is a good option. The Buckham Memorial Library in Faribault is located at 11 Division Street East and can be reached by phone at 507-334-2089 for access.
See the Faribault Tourism Bureau for more detailed information.