snow adventure Mankato never goes into winter hibernation. Outdoor winter sports in Mankato get you exploring great hills and trails on skis, snowshoes, sleds, snowmobiles and snow bikes.
Cross Country Skiing
Groomed pathways in an extensive trail system surrounding Mankato bring cross country skiers through Indian Lake Park, Williams Nature Center, Bray Park, Wildwood Conservation Area and Daly Park. Each location presents an exciting journey for a beginning or experienced cross country skier. Call 507-304-4025 or visit www. co.blue-earth.mn.us for more information.
Down-Hill Skiing
Down-hill skiiers find that Mount Kato remains a hub for fast action and short lines. With 19 groomed trails and four terrain parks for skiing and snowboarding, you won’t get bored. The cozy ski lodge is great for recooperation and dining.
Ice Skating
Snowbiking
Snowbikes or “fat bikes” are best experienced along packed trails. Try it yourself at Seven Mile Creek Park, Kiwanis Recreation Park which is consistently groomed throughout winter, MAMB Ft. LeHillier Trail or Indian Lake Conservation Area.
Snowmobiling
There are 160 miles of trails for snowmobilers in Blue Earth County. Snowmobilers should visit the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources website to get detailed maps of available snowmobile routes. All information can be found at dnr. state.mn.us/snowmobiling/index.html
Pond Hockey
Snowshoeing
Snowshoeing reveals a whole new experience in our parks during the winter. This activitiy allows you to experence winter in all it’s wonder. Rent showshoes from Bent River Outfitter or Minnesota State University, Mankato Campus Recreation.
Mankato has eleven parks with outdoor ice skating rinks. All Season’s Arena offers an indoor skating rink, with skate rental. Skate for fun or compete in a game of hockey.
Sledding
Grab a sled or tube and head to the legendary Sibley Park hill for downhill sledding. Don’t have a tube? No problem. Downhill tubing action at Mount Kato provides large tubes for a smoother ride with just as much thrill.
Sledding at Sibley Park
Mt. Kato
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