Brownie Lake Mountain Bike Trail

The Brownie Lake trail is a worthy addition to the Minneapolis trail system. The trail is extremely difficult and a thrilling choice for advanced mountain bikers.

The Brownie Lake trail is a 2.3 km latest addition to the Minneapolis trail system layout built many years ago. It can be dangerous as it has plenty of rocks, skinnies, and rocky up-and-downhill challenges. For this reason, we only recommend the trail for advanced and expert mountain riders. Your riding experience will range from crazy to frustrating. If you are highly skilled, you may enjoy acing the challenges. 

Before you go:

Drinking water

Restrooms

Fee required

Lift service

Fat bike grooming

Family Friendly

Night riding

E-bikes allowed

Dogs Allowed

Obstacles

Shuttles

Detailed Trail Description

The Brownie Lake trail is a welcome addition of difficulty for expert mountain bikers. Its design diverts from the typical flow-style trail on its north. You have to brace yourself for the janky, steep, frustrating, and crazy ride on the trail. It features 26 rocky sections that cover about 1300 ft. The hills have a 15% difficulty rating. That said, do not attempt the long stretch of difficulty if you are a beginner or an intermediate mountain biker.

You can begin the riding adventure from Park Way Bridge's Southside. Push your bike along the sidewalk to get there. The first challenge on the trail is descending the hill to the loop's far south end. More challenge lies in climbing and descending the hillside multiple times when coming back. The trail ends near Parkway, where it begins.

Additional Trail Features

•       Canoeing and kayaking on the Lake’s north side.

Sights of Interest, landscapes, views

You will get a glimpse of spectacular lake views at various points on the trail.

Recommendations/precautions

•       Give the trail a good look on the map before attempting a ride, as it is challenging and dangerous.
•       Stick to the bike trails to avoid distractions from hikers and families on the walking-only trail.
•       Ensure you are in the right direction.
•       The trail remains open in all seasons, but do not attempt to ride when it is slushy or muddy.