Proposed 50 Mile Whitewater Bike Loop

Here is a link to information on a proposed 50 mile bike loop connecting Rochester to some of the surrounding parks and communities. Of course, everything is dependent on funding.

Minnesota DNR

I am a fan of bike trails because they do a few things that I think are very important.

• They get people into the outdoors.
• They offer healthy recreation opportunities for all ages.
• They bring people to areas of interest.
• They offer seasonal commuting alternatives.
• They provide a significant boost to local economies.

If you want to see just how powerful the economic effect is, look no further than the communities along the Root River trail in Southeast Minnesota.