E-bikes on Theodore Wirth Park off-road cycling trails
Twin Cities Metro, Minnesota · Hennepin · Managed by Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board
❔ No published e-bike rule — call first
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Which classes: Unclear. State law lets the Park Board regulate e-bikes on natural-surface trails; no posted rule found.
The rules
No official MPRB e-bike rule for Wirth's singletrack was found. State law lets natural-surface trail managers regulate e-bikes, so call the Park Board before riding one.
What the official source says:
The local authority or state agency having jurisdiction over a trail or over a bike park that is designated as nonmotorized and that has a natural surface tread made by clearing and grading the native soil with no added surfacing materials may regulate the operation of an electric-assisted bicycle.
Source: Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board
📞 Call ahead: 612-230-6400 (rules and closures change)
Natural surface singletrack
Gear for this ride
- Thule EasyFold XT 2 hitch rackFolding 2-bike hitch rack rated for 65 lb per bike — enough for most e-bikes. Check your bike's weight first.
- Kryptonite New York Fahgettaboudit Mini U-lockKryptonite's top-rated U-lock, Sold Secure Gold, for trailheads and town stops.
- Dynaplug Racer Pro tire plug kitFixes tubeless punctures on the trail with preloaded plugs.
- Topeak Mini Morph pumpFrame-mounted mini pump that fits both Presta and Schrader valves.
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Minnesota's e-bike classes
Minnesota has three e-bike classes: Class 1 (pedal-assist to 20 mph), Class 2 (throttle, cuts out at 20 mph) and Class 3 (pedal-assist to 28 mph). All three need working pedals, a saddle and a motor of no more than 750 watts. Minnesota e-bike laws →
Not sure which class you have? E-bike classes explained →
Did this rule change, or is something here wrong? Tell us and we'll re-check it against the official source.
Nearby trails
- Gateway State Trail ✅ Yes, all classesMinnesota DNR – Parks and Trails Division
- Luce Line State Trail ✅ Yes, all classesMinnesota DNR – Parks and Trails Division
- Three Rivers Park District regional trails (Dakota Rail, Luce Line, LRT and others) ✅ Yes, all classesThree Rivers Park District
- Three Rivers Park District singletrack mountain bike trails ✅ Yes, all classesThree Rivers Park District