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      Bike the trails at Mount Kato. Open Late April through October.
      Over 7 miles of mountain bike trails for the novice to expert rider. 80% wooded single track.

      TRAIL HOURS:
      Sunrise to Sunset



      * Helmets are required on trails at all times *
      Mount Kato Ski Area google parking directions
      Disclaimer:
      TRAIL FEES:
      Payment drop off available. $5 for Day Pass, season pass available for purchase online.

      Please bring correct change or check.
      Activities Click to view
      Bike Park Details
      • 8
      • 7
      • 6

      Region Status
      Caution as of Mar 13, 2025
      Day Ticket
      $5 USD
      Season start
      Apr 27
      Season end
      Oct 27

      Stats

      Avg Trail Rating
      Trails (view details)
      21
      Trails Mountain Bike
      21
      Total Distance
      6 miles
      Total Descent
      1,475 ft
      Total Vertical
      225 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      1,008 ft
      Reports
      76
      Photos
      15
      Ridden Counter
      3,262

      Photos of Mount Kato Mountain Bike

      trail: Cabin Run
      92 |
      Sep 23, 2019 @ 1:42pm
      Sep 23, 2019
      trail: Lookout
      83 |
      Sep 23, 2019 @ 1:28pm
      Sep 23, 2019
      trail: Staircase
      76 |
      Sep 23, 2019 @ 1:24pm
      Sep 23, 2019
      77 |
      Sep 23, 2019 @ 1:23pm
      Sep 23, 2019
      trail: Mad Squirrel
      107 |
      Sep 23, 2019 @ 1:16pm
      Sep 23, 2019
      trail: Cedar Climb
      79 |
      Sep 23, 2019 @ 1:12pm
      Sep 23, 2019
      trail: Shortcut
      70 |
      Sep 23, 2019 @ 1:08pm
      Sep 23, 2019
      84 |
      Sep 23, 2019 @ 1:07pm
      Sep 23, 2019

      Videos of Mount Kato Mountain Bike

      trail: Compresser
      0:29 | 78 | Sep 23, 2019
      trail: Luge
      0:50 | 117 | Sep 23, 2019
      trail: Ridge Run
      0:21 | 112 | Sep 23, 2019
      trail: Dead Horse
      0:30 | 228 | Sep 23, 2019
      0:20 | 99 | Sep 23, 2019
      trail: Gets Tight
      0:44 | 40 | Sep 23, 2019
      Mount Kato | Mankato, MN
      trail: Compresser
      10:51 | 178 | Jun 11, 2021 , Mankato
      Mount Kato | Mankato, MN
      trail: Dead Horse
      10:51 | 291 | Jun 11, 2021 , Mankato

      Recent Trail Reports

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      Ridge Run
      Sep 16, 2023 @ 1:47am
      Sep 16, 2023
      		 VariableRollerRoller8
      Staircase
      Sep 16, 2023 @ 1:47am
      Sep 16, 2023
      		 VariableRollerRoller8
      Pink Poodle
      Sep 16, 2023 @ 1:47am
      Sep 16, 2023
      		 IdealRollerRoller8
      Cabin Run
      Sep 16, 2023 @ 1:47am
      Sep 16, 2023
      		 VariableRollerRoller8
      The Maze (Reed's Way)
      Sep 16, 2023 @ 1:47am
      Sep 16, 2023
      		 VariableRollerRoller8
      Dead Horse
      Sep 16, 2023 @ 1:47am
      Sep 16, 2023
      		 IdealRollerRoller8
      Killer Toad Loop
      Sep 16, 2023 @ 1:47am
      Sep 16, 2023
      		 VariableRollerRoller8
      Gets Tight
      Sep 16, 2023 @ 1:47am
      Sep 16, 2023
      		 VariableRollerRoller8
      Outlook Traverse
      Sep 16, 2023 @ 1:47am
      Sep 16, 2023
      		 VariableRollerRoller8
      Frog Pond
      Sep 16, 2023 @ 1:47am
      Sep 16, 2023
      		 VariableRollerRoller8

      Activity Feed

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      engine5guywishlistregionactivity #69604101
      Apr 13, 2025 @ 8:14pm
      Apr 13, 2025
      Hellaenergywishlistregionactivity #61566606
      Nov 10, 2024 @ 8:49am
      Nov 10, 2024
      ewaltermanwishlistrouteactivity #60553451
      Oct 15, 2024 @ 8:13pm
      Oct 15, 2024
      jeff777addrouteactivity #58377561
      Sep 5, 2024 @ 10:07am
      Sep 5, 2024
      blensenaddrouteactivity #56590748
      Aug 2, 2024 @ 10:59am
      Aug 2, 2024

      Nearby Areas

      namedistance
      Ft Lehillier 1 10.5 km
      Indian Lake Conservation Area 10.7 km
      Riverfront Park3.6 km
      Bluff, Hiniker, and Spring Lake Parks3.7 km
      Minneopa State Park4.3 km

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