Twin Cities Bike Tour Route Details

With 3 main routes ranging from 20-41 miles we know the TCBT will be a ride that everyone can enjoy. The Party starts at Wabun Park near Minnehaha Falls.

Did you Know?
Routing sure would be easier with a Midtown Greenway Extension over the Mississippi. Learn More.

The 34/41 Mile Routes – 4 Rest Stops!

Covering many of the most popular routes in the metro (while avoiding those too congested for our large ride) we think we’ve struck a great balance with this route. Riders will split off from the 20 mile route shortly after visiting the Lyndale Farmstead Rest Stop on Bryant Avenue (just 7 miles in) when they reach the Midtown Greenway and head west along the “Hopkins Loop.” There they will reach The Depot Coffee House rest stop at mile 16.5 and have the option to head back east from there or continue west for the bonus 6 mile loop using part of the crushed limestone Minnesota River Bluffs Trail. After that is a long straight shot along the redesigned Cedar Lake Trail reconnecting to the Midtown Greenway (stop at Venture Bikes at mile 31) before hitting the river and heading north until reaching the Franklin Bridge. This is challenging climb that will lead riders to the Dual Citizen Brewing Rest Stop in Saint Paul (who have graciously agreed to open their tap room at 10am to host riders of the TCBT and enjoy $1 off taps!). Enjoy treats or a mid ride beverage and continue the short distance back to Wabun Park for the finish.

The TCBTwenty – 20 miles

A scenic route that takes riders west along Minnehaha Creek, north along the amazing separated cycletrack on Bryant Avenue where you’ll find the Lyndale Farmstead rest stop at mile 7.3. Continue north until you meet the Midtown Greenway and head east to find the Venture Bikes rest stop at mile 10. Continue east until you hit the Mississippi river and travel north to the Franklin Bridge and conquer the Franklin Avenue hill (you got this!) on your way to mile 15.3 where you’ll find Dual Citizen Brewing in Saint Paul. Enjoy Pelham Avenue cycletrack on your way back to the river and scenic views back to the Ford Parkway bridge and Wabun Park.

SATURDAY SEPT. 12th The Loons Coffee Loop – 4.5 miles – Led by Joyful Riders Club

Capped at 100 riders. Be a part of this easy-going rolling party as it heads east on the Greenway and then north along the river with a stop just 3.5 miles in at Loons Coffee for refreshments. We thank Joyful Riders club and Loons Coffee for their sponsorship and support! Registration Required in advance or day of if space is available.

By registering for the Twin Cities Bike Tour, you directly contribute to BikeMN’s statewide efforts in promoting active transportation. Our dedicated chapters, fueled by hardworking volunteers, are making incredible strides in improving walkability and bikeability in communities across Minnesota. Your registration and sponsorship dollars not only support these initiatives but also fuel additional programs and projects aimed at enhancing our state’s bicycling infrastructure. The ride benefits the Bicycle Alliance of Minnesota (a 501(c)(3) nonprofit – federal tax ID number is 41-1719332). Thank you for your support!

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Check out some of the areas the tour will cover in Minneapolis and Saint Paul.