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      Minot trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. Supported activity types include Mountain Biking, Hiking, Trail Running, Winter Fat Biking, Adaptive Biking, Nordic Skiing and Snowshoeing. Popular destinations include Bison Plant Trails.
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      Region Status
      Open as of Sep 6, 2025
      Local Trail Association

      Stats

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      Trails (view details)
      17
      Trails Mountain Bike
      15
      Trails Gravel Bike
      3
      Trails Adaptive Bike
      2
      Trails Winter Fat Bike
      12
      Trails Hike
      15
      Trails Trail Running
      15
      Trails Snowshoe
      1
      Trails Backcountry Ski
      1
      Trails Nordic Ski
      2
      Total Distance
      8 miles
      Total Descent
      199 ft
      Total Vertical
      25 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      1,560 ft
      Reports
      51
      Photos
      10
      Completed Counter
      559
      Sub Regions

      Popular Minot Mountain Biking Trails

      90 4.0 1,947 ft 7 ft 34
      More narrow twists and turns as you parallel the Bison Plant trail.
      100 0.0 464 ft 3 ft 33
      Small offshoot trail that crosses a small bridge.
      95 0.0 811 ft 4 ft 33
      Flowly trail that leads from Bison Plant trail to the Secondary Road with a fun drop ramp (porch).
      60 4.0 2,727 ft 20 ft 33
      Fun twisty trail with numerous tight sections between trees. Some fun log obstacles as well.
      30 0.0 1,280 ft 13 ft 32
      Flowy connector trail that links the Bison Plant Trail and the Secondary Road.
      55 0.0 1,248 ft 5 ft 31
      Fun loop that crosses and links with the Bison Plant Trail.
      80 0.0 783 ft 9 ft 31
      Odd super twisty trail, tight trail.
      75 0.0 1,642 ft 4 ft 31
      Easy loop around a nice meadow.

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      Photos of Minot Mountain Bike

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      Recent Comments

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      fatbottomgirltrailPin BallFun, twisty singletrack. Watch those handlebars!!
      Aug 27, 2021 @ 8:13am
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      fatbottomgirltrailKent's Bobby PinThe entire trail system is a lot of fun. This...
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      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike156 miles197 ft2 miles20 ft
      #9,230#2,9011051512
      Gravel Bike33 miles89 ft4,728 ft13 ft
      #6,420#2,0353
      Adaptive Bike22 miles82 ft3,520 ft13 ft
      #7,174#2,2006
      Winter Fat Bike125 miles177 ft2 miles20 ft
      #3,371#91647
      Hike156 miles197 ft2 miles20 ft
      #12,596#4,50451118
      Trail Running156 miles197 ft2 miles20 ft
      #11,992#4,1625166
      Snowshoe11 mile56 ft
      #1,960#1,1652
      Backcountry Ski13,215 ft3 ft627 ft7 ft
      Nordic Ski22 miles3 ft682 ft10 ft
      #1,877#1,00412

      Frequently Asked Questions

      What are the best places to ride in Minot?
      Minot has 1 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
      What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Minot?
      The highest rated mountain biking trails in Minot are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
      Where can I park to ride in Minot?
      Check the Minot trail map for trailhead and parking information. Community members regularly update access and parking details for trails in the area.
      What is the longest trail in Minot?
      The longest trail in Minot is Bison Plant Trail at 2.1 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
      How many trails are in Minot?
      Minot has a total of 17 trails. Of those, 15 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Minot to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      Which trail has the most elevation gain in Minot?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Minot is Bison Plant Trail with 69 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      Which trail has the most elevation descent in Minot?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Minot is Bison Plant Trail with 69 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      What activities are most popular in Minot?
      Minot supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Adaptive Biking, Winter Fat Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running, Snowmobiling, Snowshoeing, Nordic Skiing.
      What bike services are there in Minot?
      The following bike services are available in Minot:
      • Bike Shop (1)
      Browse the full Minot directory for details.
      What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Minot?
      The steepest mountain biking trail in Minot is Short Cut with an average grade of 2.2%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      Are the trails open in Minot?
      The overall region status for Minot is Clear / Green. Out of 14 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 14
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      Can I ride an ebike in Minot?
      Yes, Minot supports e-bike riding. However, individual trail e-bike permissions vary. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
      What is the highest summit in Minot?
      The highest summit in Minot is Twin Buttes at 2,152 ft elevation.
      What are the most popular Strava Segments in Minot?
      The most popular Strava segments in Minot are:
      • Pinball Challenge Trail Segment (291 athletes)
      • Souris River Straightaway (166 athletes)
      • Val's Bike Shop Trail (158 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in Minot.
      Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Minot?
      Yes, there are 2 accessible/adaptive trails in Minot. View all adaptive trails in Minot for specific accessibility information.
      What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Minot?
      What are the best beginner ride trails in Minot?
      The best beginner mountain biking trails in Minot are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in Minot.
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