Mountain Biking Trails

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In partnership with the Minnesota Off-Road Cyclists, Ramsey County Parks & Recreation developed a trail system in the western section of Battle Creek Regional Park that includes 3.3 miles of multi-use trails and 4.5 miles of single track mountain bike trails.

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Trail conditions

Minnesota Off-Road Cyclists provides a forum with updated trail conditions on their website.

Rules

  • Battle Creek Regional Park has the only authorized mountain bike trail in the Ramsey County park system. It is illegal to ride off-trail in any other Ramsey County park or open space.
  • All park rules and ordinances apply on mountain bike trails, including:
    • 13. Bicycles
      • Bicyclists must operate bicycles in a safe manner at all times, staying as close to the right-hand side of the trail as safe conditions allow.
      • Bicyclists and off-road cyclists must yield to pedestrians and pass with care.
      • Bicycles must be operated only on paved trails, except for designated off-road biking trails.
      • Bicyclists must follow all Minnesota State Statutes regarding bicycles.
      • Electric bicycles are allowed on paved trails, and must be operated safely at speeds below 20 mph.
  • Trail hours are 5 a.m. to 11 p.m.
  • Ride only on marked trails.
  • Observe one-way arrows, do not enter signs and trail closed signs.
  • Yield to pedestrians.
  • Control your speed and pass with care.
  • Maintain a safe distance when following another biker.
  • Keep environmental impact to a minimum.
  • Stay off wet or snow-covered trails.
  • Wear a helmet.
  • Respect wildlife.
  • Constructing new trails is illegal. Notify Ramsey County Parks & Recreation of any trail maintenance issues.
  • No races.