E-bikes on Three Rivers Park District regional trails
Twin Cities Metro, Minnesota · Hennepin, Scott, Carver · Managed by Three Rivers Park District
✅ All e-bike classes allowed
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Which classes: Class 1, 2 and 3 allowed. E-motos and gas-powered bikes banned. Riders must be 15 or older.
The rules
Legal Class 1, 2 and 3 e-bikes can go anywhere bikes are allowed, including regional and paved in-park trails. E-motos and gas motors are banned. Riders must be 15+, yield to pedestrians and signal when passing.
What the official source says:
E-bikes (electric-assist or pedal-assist bicycles) can be used wherever traditional bicycles are allowed, including regional trails, paved in-park trails and singletrack trails, if they meet the state's definition and requirements
Source: Three Rivers Park District
📞 Call ahead: 763-559-9000 (rules and closures change)
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.
- Cygolite Metro Plus 800 headlight800-lumen USB-rechargeable headlight for dusk rides and tunnels.
- Lumos Ultra E-Bike helmetNTA 8776-certified for e-bike speeds, with built-in front, rear and turn-signal lights.
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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 →
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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 singletrack mountain bike trails ✅ Yes, all classesThree Rivers Park District
- Minneapolis Grand Rounds and Chain of Lakes trails 🟢 Class 1 & 2 onlyMinneapolis Park & Recreation Board